The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Trying Out Holidays

I tried a cottage by the sea
I tried a tiny tent, with Nan
I tried a hotel in a tree
But my favourite was the caravan.

I tried a villa with a pool
I tried a yurt with Cousin Dan
I tried a penthouse (really cool)
But my favourite was the caravan.

I tried a B&B with Becky
I tried our garden (travel ban)
I tried a Travelodge (great brekkie!)
But my favourite was the caravan.

I tried New York with Aunty June
I tried a pod with Superman
I tried a guest house on the moon
But my favourite was the caravan.

About the Writer


Attie Lime

Attie writes and performs poetry for children, and owns a poetry parrot called Marjorie. Attie's first collection for children will be published by Otter-Barry Books in 2025.