The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Tree So Tall

There was a tree so tall,
it caressed the summer sky.
It caught clouds and kites
and small planes too.

I tried to climb its tremendous trunk,
but it was much too wide.
I tried to grab one bulky branch,
but it was much too high.

I finally lay upon the ground
beneath its outstretched arms,
and counted all its treasures
hoping one might tumble down.

Picture (©) Rebecca St. Pierre 2025
Picture (©) Rebecca St. Pierre 2025

About the Writer


Rebecca St. Pierre

Rebecca writes poetry, photographs nature, and creates artwork in Ontario, Canada. Her writing has appeared in a variety of publications, including The Solitary Daisy, YES Mag: The Science Magazine for Adventurous Minds, The Lit Platform, and The Fur-Bearing Trout...and Other True Tales of Canadian Life. She is inspired by Nature and the brilliant young people in her family. You will find more of Rebecca’s work at her website, WordFlightAndLight.mypixieset.com.