The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

What's My Number?

I’m thinking of a number,
from one to ninety-two.
Let’s see if you can guess it!
I’ll share some hints with you …

There’s twice my number playing
on a soccer field each game.
My number made it to the moon
and brought Apollo fame.

My number is an odd one.
In fact; it’s even prime.
It’s just about a dozen,
and greater than a dime.

It’s pipers piping music.
It rhymes with artichoke.
The White House saw my number
with President J. Polk.

Before you guess my number
be wary of one clue.
To make things extra tricky …
one hint?
It isn’t true!

About the Writer


Sarah Hetu

Sarah (Sezza) Hetu has been published in SCBWI Insight, Skipping Stones, and Parenting NH. She has also been placed in several writing contests, including Susanna Hill's 2023 Holiday Contest, Vivian Kirkfield’s 2024 #50PresciousWords Contest and others.