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I’m tiptoe-tapping down the stairs

Upon this Christmas morn,

I like to check that Santa’s been

Before the rising dawn.

I sneak and peak around the tree

No, something’s not quite right.

My stocking’s vanished, where’s it gone?

I stuck it up last night…

With skill I scan the fireplace

And what do I detect?

Small finger prints amidst the dust

My brother, I suspect!

I softly creep into his room

He’s snoring with a smile.

I scan the scene for hidden clues

Search through his laundry pile –

Some oranges come rolling out

I scavenge like a fox.

And spy our stockings hidden in

His mound of smelly socks.

That naughty, greedy, cheeky thief!

I snatch my stocking back

And stuff his full with lumps of coal

My sweet- revenge attack!

POEMS FOR KIDS WRITTEN BY PHOEBE COGHLAN

© Phoebe Coghlan 2018

LET’S CHAT ABOUT THE POEM ~ IDEAS FOR TALKING WITH KIDS

Anger, Feelings

1. Why do you think people sometimes take revenge on others? Do you think it helps them to feel better? Why or why not?