John Walsh Poetry

John Walsh was born in Derry, Ireland, and published his first collection of poetry, Johnny tell Them, in 2006. He followed this collection up with Love’s Enterprise Zone and Chopping Wood with T.S. Eliot. He has received several awards for his writing, including a Publication Award from Galway County Council.

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I’ve Got an Apple Ready

John Walsh’s ‘I’ve Got an Apple Ready’ appears in The New Oxford Book of Children’s Verse. This poem features a child who is in a hurry and keeps an apple in case she needs it on the way.

John Walsh, the poet behind 'I've Got an Apple Ready,' is known for his straightforward and charming style. His poems, including this one, use simple language and rhyme schemes to create engaging stories for children. Walsh’s work stands out for its accessibility and appeal to young readers, making his poems easy to understand and enjoy.

My hair’s tightly plaited;

I’ve a bright blue bow;

I don’t want my breakfast,

And now I must go.

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