The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Best Ball

Bounce the ball,
Catch the ball,
Throw the ball,
Against the wall.

Kick the ball,
Dribble the ball,
Throw the ball,
And watch it fall.

Balance the ball,
Head the ball,
Roll the ball,
It’s best of all!

About the Writer


Fiona Halliday

Fiona has enjoyed and written poetry all her life. She has fond memories of family members sharing poems with her from a very early age. Fiona has taught in primary schools, across the age range, for the last twenty years and specialises in literacy. She loves language, learning and laughter. She also likes alliteration! When she isn’t teaching, reading or writing, Fiona enjoys playing the flute, spending time with her family and drinking copious amounts of tea!