The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

The Power of Small

A smile
A laugh
A helping hand

A poem
A tale
A sketch in sand

A bird chirp
A seed
A silkworm stand

Small things
can light the world.

About the Writer


Susan Andrews

Susan lives in Southern California, where she taught elementary school for many years. She is a member of the SCBWI. She has worked professionally as a freelance writer, and her haiku has been featured in many journals. She created and participates in the weekly #haikuSaturday event on Twitter. She is passionate about animals, the environment and kindness.