The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Sense of Christmas

Christmas cheer for all to hear,
Children’s glee for all to see,
Food to eat that tastes so sweet,
The smell of Santa’s mince pie treat,
Hugs and smiles for miles these days,
A sense of Christmas love always.

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!