The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Best in Class

Who’s the tallest,
Who’s the smallest,
Who can run real fast?
Who’s the smartest,
Who’s an artist,
Who is never last?

Who can sing,
Who can swing,
Who can climb a tree?
Who can hop,
Who can bop,
Who’s as good as me?

Who is sunny,
Who is funny,
Who will share a sweet?
Who is loud
Who is proud,
Who is ‘nice and neat’?

Who is busy,
Who is fizzy,
Who prefers a rest?
Who is brave,
Who’s your fave,
Teacher, who’s the best?

About the Writer


Fionnuala Close

Fionnuala has enjoyed writing stories and poems since she was at school. She loves the world of children’s literature and has been a member of the Coney Island Writer’s group in Northern Ireland for over 10 years. In her spare time, she loves reading, the theatre, comedy and taking part in local story telling events.