A is for Aardvark –

By Rhiannonw

Sat, 26 Apr 2014
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12 comments
 

with a nose like a pig
(though longer);
it’s stronger,
and able to dig;
its burrow is made
at speeds that exceed
six men who are digging
at speed with a spade.

Has a tail like a rat,
but ears like a donkey –
it can hold them quite wonkey
(underground they fold flat).

Its olfactory sense
is very intense;
its claws make attacks
on termite nests look
so simple – their walls
would challenge a pick-axe –
not easy to crack.    

With a swipe and a lick,
ants, termites will stick
to the one foot long tongue –
and this it can roll,
to poke in a hole.

Its teeth are unique,
while its sensitive nose
is guarded by bristles
and its nostrils can close
when digging. No freak:

but such odd, funny creatures
with remarkable features!

Certificate U
Poem
Grand Designs
Children's
Humour
Nature

Comments

Submitted by Bee on

This is fun and educational. Loads of great rhymes add to the fun, and that first verse - I loved that. Brilliant!

Bee

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

 Thank you, Bee. Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did in trying to sort it out. This is the first time I've flagged up with a 'this is great feedback' as I've been a bit nervous of starting, and then forgetting or finding it difficult to decide, as I try to concentrate in appreciating and commenting on all comments! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by Silver Spun Sand on

You're at it again, Rhiannon.  Now I know all about Aardvarks.  Wonderfully entertaining and educational to bootsmiley

Tina

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Oh, thank you Tina. I wouldn't say you know all about them now! but I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it stimulating. warm regards, Rhiannon

 

Submitted by Starfish Girl on

This was very good and children would love it.

I'd like to see your take on the duck billed platypus, or any other amusing creature for that matter.

Lindy

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Well now, that's an idea, Lindy, and thank you for it! I've done a few things under my 'Grand Designs' collection, but, well, maybe some research … ! Glad you enjoyed this. Rhiannon

 

Submitted by jeand on

Hi Rhiannon

I liked this too - particularly the first verse.

Jean

Jean Day

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Thank you, Jean. Glad you enjoyed! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

this poem put a great big smile on my face.  smiley 

I can just see those little faces lighting up when reading this poem.

Educational in a light hearted way.

Very much enjoyed.

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Again, a lovely comment, Jenny, and so glad you got enjoyment and a big smile from it, maybe other young ones will one day! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

I just listened to you read this on youtube, you were brilliant, and this poem, I had to look it up, it's WONDERFUL!!!

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Thank you, Di! Glad you found it! Rhiannon