ANZAC Day Poem – “We Remember” (Kindy–Year 2 Assembly Performance)

🌺 ANZAC Day Poem – “We Remember” (Kindy–Year 2 Assembly Performance)

Help your students understand and honour the meaning of ANZAC Day with this gentle, age-appropriate assembly poem written especially for Kindy–Year 2 students. “We Remember” focuses on gratitude, bravery, and peace — making it the perfect resource for a respectful ANZAC Day assembly performance or classroom reflection activity. The language is simple and heartfelt, allowing young students to connect with the spirit of remembrance while building confidence speaking in front of an audience.

This resource helps students:
✅ Develop empathy and understanding of ANZAC values
✅ Build confidence in public speaking and performance
✅ Reflect on courage, kindness, and peace in age-appropriate ways

What’s Included:

• Original poem: “We Remember”
• Designed for Kindergarten–Year 2 students
• Easy to assign to 4–8 speakers or perform as a group
• Perfect for assemblies, classroom readings, or ANZAC Day commemorations

Themes:
🌺 Remembrance & gratitude
🌺 Courage & peace
🌺 Respect & community
🌺 Australian history and values

Classroom Tip:
Have students wear handmade paper poppies or hold small flags while performing the poem. Follow up with a simple discussion about what it means to “remember” and why ANZAC Day is so special.