Oh, the airport's such a busy place,
With people moving at a fast pace,
You see luggage rolling down the hall,
And passports ready for the call.

There's a newspaper in someone's hand,
And a passenger with money in a band,
Watching the arrivals on the screen,
Hoping to see their loved one's face beam.

There's a magazine on a nearby seat,
And a suitcase waiting at the feet,
Of a traveler who's ready to go,
To destinations where the winds may blow.

And as the departures board lights up,
It's time to say goodbye, to give up,
A hug to the ones who've come to stay,
Until the next visit, in a not so distant day.

Reflections

1. What do you think is the main purpose of an airport?
2. What do you think people do at the airport while waiting for their flight?
3. What do you think is inside a traveler's luggage or suitcase?
4. Why do you think someone would carry a passport with them when they travel?
5. How do you think the departures board helps travelers?
6. What do you think someone might read while waiting at the airport, a newspaper or a magazine?
7. Have you ever traveled by plane before? If so, what was your experience like?
8. Can you think of any other things people might bring with them to the airport besides luggage, a passport, and money?
9. What do you think the traveler in the story is feeling as they watch the arrivals board?
10. What kind of adventure do you think the traveler in the story is embarking on?