My Brother Punched Me in the Head

This worksheet features the humorous poem “My Brother Punched Me in the Head” from the book A Festival for Frogs, which playfully explores a unique interpretation of Boxing Day. It includes the full text of the poem followed by creative writing prompts. Students are encouraged to reflect on their own family traditions, invent a new holiday, and reimagine the poem’s Boxing Day celebration without fighting. Ideal for poetry analysis, creative writing practice, and discussions about family customs and wordplay.

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Grade Level: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Worksheet Type: Creative Writing Prompts

 

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