By Amaan Ashfaq (7 years), Royal Institute

I have a blue pen,
That writes very well.

I kept it in my case,
For it to be safe.

Suddenly it got lost,
Then I really became cross.

The pen that I liked,
Was lost at sight.

Who would have taken?
Or where would it be?

I tried to figure it out,
Oh! Gosh, it was near me.

Create your own little original poem and send it in to us. This competition is open to age groups from 4 – 14 years. The poems will be judged according to the age of the competitor. Entries should be in your own handwriting and clearly certified as your own creation by a teacher or parent.

Parents please ensure that the poems certified by you and sent are the original compositions of the child and not copied from anyone or anywhere.

Word limit: 100 words. Please write 'A POEM FOR THE WEEK' at the top of your entry. The winner will receive a book voucher for Rs. 500.