Poetry of Fables, Fairies, and Fauna Fables, Fairies, and Fauna    

Lesson 25: Jingle, Jangle!

by William Allingham

Performer: Librivox - Rosslyn Carlyle

Directions

Study the poem for one week.

Over the week:

• Read or listen to the poem.
• Review the synopsis.
• Complete the enrichment activities.
• Study the review questions.

Synopsis

The poem describes an unruly group of children in humorous terms.

Vocabulary

Jingle: A light ringing sound such as that made by metal objects being shaken together.
Jangle: To make or cause to make a ringing metallic sound, typically a harsh or unpleasant one.
Riot: A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.
Wrangle: A dispute or argument, typically one that is long and complicated.
Turbulent: Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm.
Crew: A group of people who work closely together.
Trice: Very soon.
Persia: An ancient empire centered around modern-day Iran.

Enrichment

Activity 1: Recite the Title, the Poet's Name, and the Poem

• Each day this week, recite aloud the title of the poem, the name of the poet, and the poem. Instructors may need to prompt children line-by-line.

Activity 2: Study the Poem's Companion Painting

• Study the painting below, and describe it in your own words.

Find the following in the companion painting:

• Flag
• Horse on Wheels
• Hobby Horse
• Play Swords
• Drum
• Drumsticks
• Hats
• Feathers
• Child Blowing an Instrument
• Pinwheel

Activity 3: Narrate the Poem

• After reading or listening to each verse of the poem, narrate the verse events aloud using your own words.

Activity 4: Color the Poem   

• Click the crayon above, and complete page 28 of 'Poetry Coloring Pages for First Grade.'

Review

Question 1

What is the title of the poem?

1 / 4

Answer 1

The title of the poem is 'Jingle, Jangle!.'

1 / 4

Question 2

What happens in the poem?

2 / 4

Answer 2

The poem describes an unruly group of playing children.

2 / 4

Question 3

Who are the characters in the poem?

3 / 4

Answer 3

The narrator and a group of children.

3 / 4

Question 4

Does the poem teach us anything?

4 / 4

Answer 4

It reminds us to enjoy the chaos of our littlest ones with good humor.

4 / 4

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1. What is the title of the poem? The title of the poem is 'Jingle, Jangle!.'
2. What happens in the poem? The poem describes an unruly group of playing children.
3. Who are the characters in the poem? The narrator and a group of children.
4. Does the poem teach us anything? It reminds us to enjoy the chaos of our littlest ones with good humor.