The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Things I would like to see more of

Poems, anthologies, & pamphlets everywhere in prominent places
Friendly long queues in indie bookshops of smiling new faces
Busy commuters helping welcome holidaymakers with heavy suitcases.
I would like to see more of these.

Examples in every childhood place of how books & Fairy tales can, for the better, usher in a new start.
Confidence-building classes in communities every time we are unsure how to make a start with art.
Celebration days for sisters, grandparents & aunts, even when we are apart.
I would like to see more of these.

Time reserved for board games and an outdoor adventure play.
The magic moments of clarity when we think of what we want to say.
Moments of hearing an abundance of seats are still available for us at the front of the theatre after a tiring weekday.
I would like to see more of these.

About the Writer


Kay Medway

Kay works full-time in libraries and enjoys both reading and writing poetry in all of her free time. She has had poetry featured in a positive news local community zine called The Happy Hood. Kay has also written poetry regarding her family history stories for 60 Miles by Road or Rail in her local community.