The Vocabulary Parade

One by one, the second graders Marched up to the mic, Masked and costumed, though no two Were dressed at all alike. For each wore something – shirt or hat Or giant oaktag sign To illustrate the word that he Or she had to define. Class by class they stated names And proudly said their word, Then used it in a sentence Until everyone was heard. Their smiles were ample proof that all Their efforts were rewarded, But what was best was I could see it, Since it was recorded.