From our collection of enchanting poem stories, join a melodious whippoorwill on its nighttime journey. With its distinctive “Whip-poor-will!” call echoing through the moonlit woods, this nocturnal bird weaves a magical lullaby that delights young listeners ages 2-6. Perfect for bedtime reading, this poem story combines nature education with soothing four-beat verses that children will love to repeat.
When the sun goes down to sleep,
And shadows start to slowly creep,
A little bird wakes with a thrill,
Singing “Whip-poor-will! Whip-poor-will!”
Feathers soft in brown and gray,
He hides from view throughout the day,
But when the moon begins to glow,
His special song begins to flow.
“Whip-poor-will! Whip-poor-will!”
Echoes from the wooded hill,
Over meadows, ponds, and streams,
Weaving through the children’s dreams.
Other birds have gone to nest,
Tucked their heads beneath their chest,
But Whippoorwill flies through the night,
Hunting moths in pale moonlight.
Little eyes that see so far,
Little wings beneath each star,
Dancing through the evening air,
Finding treasures everywhere.
Children nestled in their beds,
Sleepy thoughts inside their heads,
Listen to the night bird call,
The sweetest lullaby of all.
“Whip-poor-will! Whip-poor-will!”
Listen closely, hold quite still!
Nature’s music, wild and free,
Fills the night with melody.
When morning light begins to peep,
The little bird goes off to sleep,
He’ll rest all day and wait until
It’s time again for “Whip-poor-will!”
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