A hat upon my head so tall,
A carpet soft beneath my feet,
An umbrella in my hand to shield,
From raindrops tapping on the street.

A dog with wagging tail in tow,
A tie around my neck so neat,
A blouse of finest silken cloth,
To keep me looking very sweet.

A car so shiny, red and new,
A coat to keep me warm and dry,
A case to hold my pencils bright,
And shirts of every color high.

So many things to make me glad,
In this big world we call our home,
With laughter, love and lots of fun,
We’ll never feel alone!

Reflections

1. What is the main character in the poem?
2. What kind of things does the main character have?
3. Why does the main character feel happy?
4. How does the main character feel about the world around them?
5. Can you name all of the things the main character has?
6. Can you think of any other things that could make a child happy like in the poem?
7. Can you think of a time when you felt happy like the main character in the poem?
8. What is the overall message of the poem?
9. What words in the poem describe how the main character feels?
10. Can you think of a different ending for the poem?