Class 1 Understanding Poems: My Shadow

Class 1 Understanding Poems: My Shadow
Class 1 Understanding Poems: My Shadow

Class 1 Understanding Poems: My Shadow

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An English teacher with four years of experience, I began my journey at 18 by assisting with grammar and creative writing sessions. TEFL-certified and currently teaching at PlanetSpark, I’m passionate about equipping students with the tools they need to succeed. I'm especially committed to bridging educational gaps for underprivileged children and will soon be volunteering at a government school in Himachal Pradesh.

My Shadow: Understanding Poems for Class 1 

This engaging Grade 1 worksheet brings the classic poem “My Shadow” to life for young learners. Through rhythmic verses and lively imagery, children explore how shadows appear, move, and change with light. The exercises promote comprehension, observation, and imagination in a fun, relatable way. 
 

Why Understanding Poems Matters in Grammar? 

Understanding poems enhances reading fluency, rhythm, and expression. For Grade 1 learners, this topic is valuable because: 
1. It builds awareness of light and shadow through real-world experiences. 
2. It encourages curiosity about how shadows move and change shape. 
3. It supports early vocabulary growth through visual language. 
4. It introduces poetic rhythm and descriptive observation skills. 
 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students answer simple questions to identify what the shadow does, where it hides, and when it appears. 

Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
Students write short answers about the shadow’s behavior and why it is called a friend. 
 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
1. C 
2. B 
3. C 
4. D 
5. D 
6. B 

Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
7. At night. 
8. In the evening. 
9. It dances. 
10. Because it stays close. 

This worksheet builds foundational comprehension skills while encouraging curiosity about everyday phenomena like light and shadow. 
Help your child read, imagine, and learn creatively with this delightful poetry worksheet! 

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Frequently Asked Questions

They make kids curious about light and movement.

They help kids connect text with daily life.

It improves focus and sound recognition.