Craig Bradley
Biography
Craig Bradley (aka That Poetry Bloke) has been a professional children’s poet since 2003. He has visited over 1,500 schools and libraries and performed over 5,000 times including many children’s and literary festivals. Craig has appeared on CBeebies and worked alongside television favourites such as Mr Bloom, Mr Maker, Mr Tumble, Rastamouse and Dick and Dom! He has performed all over the UK, Europe and the Far East bringing his unique brand of comedy, word play and fun to the world of poetry.
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Genre
Children’s Poetry – KS1 & KS2
Publications & Performance History
I Like To Rhyme It, Rhyme It
Driving The Invisible Bus
Poetry Burp
Poetry Is Not Pants
Workshop & Reading Experience
Craig’s extremely popular performances are fast, funny, original and interactive. The focus is very much on fun, word play, rhythm, creativity and imagination. Craig is also a musician and likes to bring poems to live by turning them into songs.
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Area prepared to travel
Craig is based in Halifax, West Yorkshire but is happy to travel anywhere throughout the North.