Recently, we conducted an animal poetry activity in the kindergarten setting, aimed at fostering creativity and language development among young learners. This reflection delves into the outcomes of the activity, areas of success, and suggestions for improvement.

The poetry activity involved introducing children to various animals through poems. We used colorful visuals and simple, rhythmic verses to engage their interest and imagination. Each child was encouraged to pick their favorite animal and create a short poem about it.

• Engagement: The activity captured the children's attention effectively. They showed enthusiasm in selecting and learning about different animals.
• Creativity: Many children demonstrated impressive creativity in their poems. They used descriptive language and expressed unique perspectives about their chosen animals.
• Language Development: The activity helped expand their vocabulary and understanding of poetic elements such as rhyme and rhythm.
• Positive Environment: The supportive atmosphere encouraged shy children to participate actively.

• Guidance: Some children struggled with structuring their poems. Providing more structured templates or examples could assist them better.
• Individual Attention: Giving more oneonone attention to each child during the activity could further enhance their learning experience.
• Interactive Elements: Incorporating more interactive elements like group discussions or animalrelated games could deepen their engagement.
• Diversity of Animals: Including a broader range of animals might spark greater interest and diversity in the children's selections.

The animal poetry activity was overall a valuable experience for the kindergarten children, promoting both creativity and language development. By acknowledging the successes and areas for improvement, we can refine future activities to better cater to the needs and interests of the young learners.