“Khooni Hastakshar” by Gopal Prasad Vyas is a stirring patriotic poem that honors the fearless revolutionaries of India’s freedom struggle. With powerful imagery and emotion, it describes the brave heroes who signed their names in blood, pledging their lives to the motherland.
Yeh Kadamb Ka Ped” is a tender poem written by Subhadra Kumari Chauhan as a sweet interaction between a child and their mother.
Kabir ke Dohe are timeless couplets filled with wisdom, simplicity, and truth. Written centuries ago, Kabir’s words still teach us valuable life lessons about kindness, honesty, and self-reflection.
“Paper Boats” by Rabindranath Tagore is a gentle, imaginative poem that captures the innocence of childhood. The poet describes a child who floats paper boats down a stream, writing their name on each one and filling them with flowers, hoping someone far away will find them.
Discover 5 Indian poems to read with kids this National Poetry Month — featuring Tagore, Kabir, Hindi rhymes, and fun ways to spark creative writing.