Rusty Fischer | Children's Author

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Rusty Fischer's poems for children have appeared in Reader’s Digest, Good Housekeeping and Woman’s Day. His latest poem, “Socks,” is currently featured in The Dirigible Balloon. https://www.smashwords.com/books/byseries/36446

A pile of dollar bills in bank folds paired with a cute little doggo holding up a Valentine’s Day card he seems really fond of, both illustrations supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Candy hearts and cards of lace Sure make a fancy gift, But cold, hard cash is always sure To give my heart a lift!
A trio of multi-colored candy hearts at the top paired with a fuzzy black and white cat entwined in a cute cartoon string of Valentine’s Day lights, both illustrations supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Valentines comes once a year, A fact for which I’m grateful, Cuz when there’s candy hearts around I’ll eat them by the plateful!
A pink conversation heart reading “Love You” against a powder blue background while, in the corner, a sentient square of chocolate bar stands happily, uneaten, all in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Too much chocolate, Too many rhymes, I need an antidote For… Valentines!
A trio of conversation hearts in various colors paired with a box of yummy chocolates, both illustrations supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Hearts in every shape and size, A box of chocolates, too. If gooey things are just your speed? I’ve got a treat for you!
A pair of black and white dogs joined by a cute little Valentine scarf covered in red hearts and a row of doggy dishes with a can of dog food paired with a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Jazzy music, candles bright, Set the scene this festive night. Doggy dishes in a line... For this “furry” Valentine!!
A textbook dog bone wrapped in a bright red bow paired with a cute little vase full of bright green catnip covered in cute little hearts and a cat face, both illustrations supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Kitty got some catnip, And Fido got a bone, Cuz Valentines is not a day For hanging out alone…
A sentient taco claiming victory with an upraised hand paired with a yummy Valentine’s Day cupcake topped by a cherry, both illustrations supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Tacos in a heart-shaped box? Cupcakes nice and moist? When picking Valentines this year, There’s only one clear choice!
A sad little cupid in one corner, looking dejected at the poet’s choice and, high above, shooting out radiant beams, a duo of Valentine’s candy glowing temptingly, both illustrations supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: It’s Valentine’s again (again!), A day so fine and dandy, And if you ask me my true love? It’s simple, really: CANDY!!
A cute little cupid with his bow and arrow poised while, in the lower corner, a yellow and black drone struts its propellers under a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: That cupid uses arrows, Is totally outdated. A drone would be much faster And more sophisticated!
Cute little sentient heart with arms and legs, who is busy holding a bow and arrow as he flies around with his little wings and pointing it toward a bright red dog dish holding two bones and decked out for Valentine’s Day, both illustrations in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Cupid shot his arrow, It found my dog instead, So now I'm stuck out on a date With a Doberman named Fred!!
Cute little sentient Valentine’s Day heart in high heels making peace signs while a love potion sits in the bottom corner, unused, both images in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Keep your potions And your spells, Being single’s Just as swell!
A tempting box of delicious chocolates paired with a cuddly black cat bedecked in a string of Valentine heart lights paired with a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I ate a box of chocolates, It vanished way too fast! It may have been my first, but It sure won’t be my last!
A cozy trio of pink, white and red Valentine’s books paired with a happy little penguin reading a book of her own, surrounding a poem that reads: If you want to get me A nifty Valentine, A book would come in handy. (Or six or eight or nine!)
Several red hearts floating out of an open mailbox above and a pink and red Valentine’s Day envelope below, supporting a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I got a card for Valentines. (I felt just like the President!) Even though it was addressed to Someone who goes by “Resident”!
A yellow “caution: wet floor” sign next to a freshly wet puddle paired with a cute little dog wearing heart shaped sunglasses and surrounded by little red hearts, both in support of a poem that reads: Valentines is here again, A day for hugs and cuddles. And Fido’s so excited that He keeps on leaving… puddles!!
Drawing of a melting snowman clearly concerned about his situation paired with the design of a polar bear in a bright blue scarf also looking alarmed, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Snow is falling, Soft and wet. Not quite snowman Weather yet…
Drawing of a red mug full of steaming hot cocoa with marshmallows using a candy cane for a stir stick paired with the design of a snowman bundled up in a red scarf and green wintry hat, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Snow is cold, Cocoa’s hot. Go outside?! I’d rather not…
Drawing of a box of tissues paired with the design of a pair of blue and red holiday mittens, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Mittens on my fingers, Stockings for my toes, Is there nothing I can wear To plug this runny nose?!
Drawing of a happy child bundled up for winter making a snow angel on the ground paired with the design of an orange and blue ski cap, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Wave your arms And legs around, Snow angels fly without Leaving the ground…
Drawing of a cute pair of red and green holiday mittens paired with the design of a smiling, waving snowman, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Empty playground, No school bell. Winter break, Can you tell?!?
Drawing of a cute little grandmother shivering on her rocking chair next to the fireplace paired with the design of a hungry little mouse in a red holiday sweater coveting a wedge of Swiss cheese, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Snow is falling, Sheets of white. It’s a curl up Kind of night…
Drawing of a snowman in a black top hat and striped winter scarf looking absolutely shocked paired with the design of a Christmas stocking, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I made a snowman, I named him Clyde; Too bad Mom won’t Let him inside!
Drawing of a sentient cup of hot cocoa smiling and topped with whip cream and a candy cane paired with the design of whistling Christmas present carrying a second Christmas present on his head, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Presents, candy, Cocoa, fun… Looks like winter Has begun!
Drawing of a cute little penguin dressed for winter while rolling a huge snowball paired with the design of a pair of holiday mittens covered in a snowflake pattern, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Threw a snowball. Heard it splat. Hit my teacher?! “Sorry about that!”
Drawing of a cute little wiener dog wearing a bright red holiday sweater while a Christmas present dangles from its mouth paired with the design of loosely coiled brown leather dog leash, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: It’s been snowing Round the clock. YOU take Fido For a walk!
Drawing of a penguin giddily sledding down a snowy hill paired with the design of a triumphant human hand holding out a bright gold trophy, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Sledding down a frosty hill, Snow flies in your face. So much fun you don’t care who Might win the doggone race!
Drawing of a child forming a massive snowball paired with the design of bright and sparkly holiday mittens, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Snowball rolling down the hill, It just keeps getting rounder, And by the time it nears the end It’ll be a twenty-pounder!
Drawing of a calendar page that reads “30” paired with the design of a cat decked out for the holidays and holding a sparkler, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: My favorite night, I do believe Is the night BEFORE New Year’s Eve!
Drawing of a calendar page that reads “December 31” paired with the design of two wax taper candles burning bright, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Soft and fragile, This last night; Candle and tree Both burning bright!
Drawing of a blue and white party hat spewing streams of confetti paired with the design of an empty champagne bottle in a wine bucket, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Flat champagne And dull confetti. New Year’s Day? I’m not quite ready…
Drawing of a purple dinosaur in a party hat paired with the design of a green dinosaur holding party balloons, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Children laughing, Stay up late; Let’s all make this New Year great!
Drawing of a champagne bottle literally popping its cork paired with the design of a crooked pink and blue party hat, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: The fireworks are over, The cork is on the floor; Here I am, Old Year, Showing you the door!
Drawing of a cluster of gold and black fireworks zooming off into the sky paired with the design of an upside down New Year’s Eve top hat, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Stay up late Until the dawn, See who wakes up On the lawn!
Drawing of a pink and white winter sweater paired with the design of a snowman holding a string of colored Christmas lights, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Snow falls gently On my sleeve, Arm in arm on New Year’s Eve.
Drawing of a snow globe filled with a tiny house and a tiny dog in a tiny scarf paired with the design of a cute little penguin in a matching ski cap and scarf set, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: December will creep, The old year will leave, As we watch the snow fall On New Year’s Eve…
Drawing of a pencil resting on a journal page marked “New Year” paired with the design of penguin in a party hat setting off some holiday poppers, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: End the old year, Start the new. Resolutions? Just a few…
Drawing of a calendar page marked “January 1” paired with the design of a party hat surrounded by swirling confetti, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: The champagne did pop, The fireworks burst, The noisemakers noised, Now it’s… January 1st!
Drawing of two champagne glasses toasting paired with the design of a clock just striking midnight, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: “10! 9! 8! 7! 6!” The countdown is here, Five more seconds To a brand New Year!
Drawing of a champagne bottle popping its cork paired with the design of two glasses full of pink bubbly toasting, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Fireworks boom! Noisemakers whizz! Corks pop! Champagne’s fizz!
Drawing of a single bed covered in a green sheet and fluffy white pillows paired with the design of a noisemaker spewing confetti, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: “See you next year,” Mom winked and said, As she blew on her horn And tucked me in bed…
Drawing of a “Happy New Year” banner paired with the design of a champagne bottle wrapped in a bright red bow, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Out with the old, In with the new; May this year be Kinder to you…
Drawing of a couple kissing with a heart shape rising between them paired with the design of a cat wearing a party hat and blowing on a noisemaker, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: They say that there’s magic In each New Year’s kiss, So let’s pucker up and Pray we don’t miss!
Drawing of a shimmering New Year’s Eve disco ball paired with the design of a cartoon word bubble that reads “Hooray,” both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Ball drops, Crowds cheer; Welcome in the Brand new year!
Drawing of an old-fashioned alarm clock paired with the design of a champagne bottle tucked in a big red bow, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Every year we Pour the wine, Then fall asleep Just after nine!
Drawing of Father Time standing next to Baby New Year paired with the design of a cartoon bubble reading “Zzzzzz,” both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Father Time, now Get some rest. The old year’s gone, You did your best!
Drawing of a calendar page marked “January 01” paired with the design of werewolf of some sort for some reason wearing a blue scarf and blowing merrily on a blue noisemaker, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: A whole year passed In the blink of an eye, Time to give this New Year a try!
Drawing of a calendar page marked “December 31” paired with the design of a curled up noisemaker, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: On the last night of December, The old year dawning new, There’s no place that I’d rather be Than sitting here with you…
Drawing of an open present with the wrapping on either side paired with the design of a cute black cat playing with a discarded ornament, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I know the day is over, I know that it’s quite through, But I’ve still got a lot of Merry Christmas-ing to do!
Drawing of a page of a calendar that reads “26” paired with the design of a snowman drooping over at its waist while looking very sad, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: My eyes are popping open, The night has gone away, But there go all my chances for Another Christmas Day…
Drawing of a sad looking Christmas tree paired with the design of an opened present, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Coiled ribbons on the carpet, Flat boxes on the floor, The tree may still be winking But not like it was before…
Drawing of a cat in a Santa hat coiled up in Christmas lights paired with the design of a pink and green Christmas stocking that’s been turned upside down, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: The floor beneath the tree is empty, Balled paper thrown away, There’s nothing like the silence of Day after Christmas Day…
Drawing of a cat in a Christmas hat holding up a string of colored holiday lights paired with the design of a page from a calendar that reads “26,” both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I know I should be happy, My heart all full of glee, But if we’re being honest? I prefer the Christmas me!
Drawing of a confused-looking Santa Claus with a question mark beside his head paired with the design of a smiling snowmen wound with a string of Christmas lights, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I said a little prayer, and Crossed my fingers… twice! So a Christmas Day do-over, Would sure be rather nice!
Drawing of a sad-looking elf sitting on his backside and looking tuckered out paired with the design of a torn open Christmas package completely empty, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: I opened all my presents, Turned my stocking inside out, But once the day is over All I’m left with is… a pout!
Drawing of a gift box packed with sweets and goodies paired with the design of yule log topped with a red and green sprig of holly, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: The week’s been lost, I’ve come undone: Haven’t had veggies Since December 21!!
Drawing of a plate of chocolate chip cookies and milk paired with the design of a bright red Santa hat, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: They say that Santa’s jolly, At least, that is the myth. But skip the milk and cookies? The Big Guy sure gets miffed!
Drawing of a bold red Santa’s cap with fur lining paired with the design of a plate of milk and cookies, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Big white beard, a coat of red, A belt that goes jing-jingle; There is no fun, quite like the one Of waiting up to see Kris Kringle!
Drawing of a dancing reindeer with one Christmas ornament hanging from its antlers paired with the design of a yellow speed limit sign that reads “20 mph,” both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Reindeer hooves And Santa’s sleigh; Make a hasty Getaway!
Drawing of a sad looking gingerbread person with its arm and leg nibbled on paired with the design of a series of snoring Z’s tucked in a comic book word bubble, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: The day is almost over, The day is nearly done, And little brother’s tuckered out From all the Christmas fun…
Drawing of an upside down Christmas stocking paired with the design of an intact orange sitting next to an orange wedge, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: A stocking stuffed with oranges, My big gift is… a sock!?! Someone call the Big Guy, This Christmas is a crock!