In a canoe on the riverbank,
We gingerly set off to thank,
The sycamore for its shade so cool,
As we paddled and splashed in the pool.

We maneuvered through the gentle flow,
As the catfish swam down below,
And the bow of our boat cut through,
The water clear and oh so blue.

But then we spied a whirlpool's might,
And we held on with all our might,
As we twirled and spun round and round,
Before we knew it, we'd been unbound.

We landed safe, our hearts a-flutter,
And watched a snake slither and mutter,
While we marveled at all we'd seen,
And thanked the river for being so serene.

Reflections

1. What did the children encounter on their canoe trip down the river?
2. How did the children react when they saw the whirlpool?
3. What did the children learn about the importance of appreciating nature?
4. What animals did the children see on their adventure?
5. How did the children feel about their adventure on the river?