The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Haik-ooze

If I have to choose
To get out of bed or snooze
My legs turn to ooze.
This poem is copyright (©) Amanda McKenzie 2026

About the Writer


Amanda McKenzie

Amanda McKenzie is a children’s poet and library fanatic from Aotearoa, New Zealand. Her poetry has been published in The School Magazine, Little Thoughts Press and The Dirigible Balloon. In 2025, Amanda was joint winner of The Poets XYZ Poetry for Children competition. You can find her on Instagram @theplaypoet.
Graphics by Em Humble
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