and other writing to celebrate the Cricket World Cup 1999

A Kids on the Net Special Feature

Ode to a Cricket bat

O, my incredible cricket bat
I am much obliged for your entertainment
I enjoy your companionship
In admiration I would like a toast
But unfortunately you don't breathe in and out
Without you I couldn't survive
I am certainly your admirer
I salute you
I approve of your greatness
Thank you my wooden cricket bat

Written by
Jaideep
Age - 9 years.
Bangalore,
India.
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And I was there!

by Sam, 10, Lady Bay Primary School, Nottingham, UK

I played Kwik Cricket at a Test match
The excitement was in the air
Gough hit the ball into outer space
and I was there!

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Bat 'n' Ball

by Charlotte, 11, Lady Bay Primary School, Nottingham, UK

I am the bat in the bowler's hand
I will hit a six, I understand
The leather ball is no match for me
For I am the descendant of the willow tree

I am the ball waiting to be bowled
I understand, I don't need to be told
I have to be caught, it's the only way
I must win for England
I'll make them play!

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The Ball's Story

by Helen, 11, Lady Bay Primary School, Nottingham, UK

He's holding me lightly
With fingers and thumbs
He's about to release me
Here I come!
I spin through the air
The crowd gives a gasp
As the batter steps back
Lifting his bat

WHACK!

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