The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Pond Skater

I am scared of the inky shore
Only my toes are safe
But you Pond Skater
Scratch its surface
Tease circles with your noisy legs
The skies shifting shadows
Never diminishing your loch dance

About the Writer


Sarah J. Perillo

Sarah teaches poetry to children in schools and loves helping young people discover the joy and power of language. She believes that creativity is central to being happy, resilient, and learning. If Sarah were on a desert island, she would take a poetry anthology with her!