A Bag of Spiders

There was a trouble-maker, a cute tyke.
You know the type! He had a little trike.
Perhaps his name was like the cartoon “Dennis.”
To everyone he met, he was a menace.

He asked his mother for a bag and went
into the basement. Webs on the cement
were also on the walls and everywhere.
Mom never had it sprayed for insects there.

It took him quite a while, but quite a lot
of spiders in that small bag Dennis got.
He also went outside to find some more.
It took him all day. What was it all for?

He hated school, but most of all, one teacher
who taught biology like she were a preacher.
Her droning on and on made Dennis sick.
To make him even hate bugs – what a trick!

The coming lesson would be spider-filled.
On that teacher’s desk, the young lad spilled
his bag of spiders when her back was turned.
The F he got was the funnest that he’d ever earned!
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Baker Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 2:37 PM
This was a fun read, Andrea. Thanks for the smiles and the good poetry. Good luck if you enter the contest. A poet friend in Texas, Bill
Daniel Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 5:05 AM
Great poem for the contest, Andrea, can imagine this one:)
Kiser Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 1:20 PM
Ooh, well penned of Dennis the Menace! Sounds so like him. A fun read.
Horne Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 3:59 AM
Ha ha ha, had a chuckle at this one
John Avatar
June 17, 2023 at 4:45 AM
I love spiders. I love this little poem, too. If I do see a spider in my flat/apartment (my small abode), I'll try to avoid treading on it - just let it go where it wishes to go. I do appreciate that they could create a problem. But they are Arachnida, nice eight-legged things. They ain't no insect, thank goodness!
Peranteau Avatar
June 16, 2023 at 5:20 PM
he only used spiderz ;) i wuz that boy until 6th grade, when Dear Mr. Levit taught me the value uv learn likewise uv thoze who share it with me (most teachers did not share my humor) ....great write dear poet...much love, james
George Avatar
June 15, 2023 at 9:58 PM
So very clever, Andrea. Your mind is as naughty as that of the boy to have conceived of such a 'nasty' trick.... Lol ! :)
Rolland Avatar
June 15, 2023 at 5:27 PM
enchanting poem, i would have immediatly fly from school, thanks for sharing
Ball Avatar
June 15, 2023 at 8:33 AM
This is something I could see Dennis the Menace doing. Loved it. Gave me my giggle for the day. God Bless, JB
Buhagiar Avatar
June 15, 2023 at 2:41 AM
This poem is enchanting. I got a big laugh over it. I needed it.
Tor Avatar
June 14, 2023 at 11:22 PM
Lovely poem Andrea. I have to catch up on your wonderful Poetry, you are such a gifted writer. Have you ever thought of publishing a Book on Poetry. If anyone is qualified to do so it is you...
Hawley Avatar
June 14, 2023 at 4:57 PM
Good luck if you entered this gem of a poem, it was kind of funny really.
May Avatar
June 14, 2023 at 4:25 PM
I always thought teachers got apples, A funny story Andrea, best wishes
Poet Avatar
June 14, 2023 at 3:29 PM
An exquisite poem, Andrea. The vivid imagery you convey is beautifully articulated in your choice of words with a humourous ending. Good luck with the contest.
Andresen Avatar
June 14, 2023 at 12:40 PM
- Dennis wasn't the only one who thought it was funny - a day they would never forget :))) - Good luck in the contest, Andrea :) - hugs
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