The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Ophidiophobia

Listen to Damian read his poem ...
Snakes in the sunshine.
Snakes in the rain.
Snakes in the gutter.
Snakes in the drain.

Snakes in the garden.
Snakes in the shed.
Snakes in the kitchen.
Snakes in the bed.

Snakes in the river.
Snakes in the cave.
Snakes in the cradle.
Snakes in the grave.

About the Writer


Damian Balassone

Damian's work has appeared in a variety of Australian and international publications including The New York Times, The Australian, The Canberra Times, First Things, Asses of Parnassus, Snakeskin, Lighten Up and Light. His most recent collection of poems is 'Strange Game in a Strange Land'.