What a Teacher's Not
A teacher's not a truth or dare
But they might tell a lie.
A teacher's not a punch or kick
But they can make you cry.
A teacher's not a bubble
But they shower or bath.
A teacher's not a comedian
But they can still make you laugh.
A teacher's not the dark
But they can be just as scary.
A teacher's not a pet
But can be just as hairy.
A teacher's not a flower
But can be as thin as a stem.
A teacher's not a word
But there's a meaning for them.
A teacher's not a bully
Which I'm happy about.
A teacher's not a toddler
But they scream and shout.
A teacher's not the sun
But they might feel hot.
And that is everything
A teacher's not!
Written January 2005
My first poem in response to a class poetry
challenge. The beginning of my poetic journey.
Copyright © Natasha L Scragg | Year Posted 2022
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