Synopsis
David is super-excited at the prospect of writing a poem for the Apple Tree community poetry event. As David tries to write about his trains, he also tries to convince his friend Laila to take part too, but no matter how hard he tries, Laila remains determined not to participate.
- Programme: Apple Tree House
- Series: 2
- Episode: 22: Poetry in Motion
- Channel: CBeebies
- Broadcast year: 2021
- English | Reading | Comprehension | Read aloud poems and playscripts
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