For the Teacher

by Everett Gooch - Not entered

The teacher comes in the very first day
A little bit nervous but still they're okay
They're ready to tackle every task big or small
Their confidence shows as they walk straight and tall

They've ideas galore which they'll teach and impart
To wonderful children who like works of art
Are as falling snow, no two flakes the same
Each child is unique, in each burns the flame

The flame is the yearning to learn and to grow
Which pushes the teacher so each child they know
And knowing will give them the tools that entrance
The students each one, in song and in dance

So here's to the teachers who give everyday
Who know that real payment is not money paid
It's hearing a student from present or past
Say "This has been great but times gone way too fast."

Reason for writing:

    I have friends who are teachers and right now, many things are going on
that make them discouraged.  I just wanted to cheer them up.

Thanks.    

Birth sign: Not entered
Date created: 1996-11-05 08:34:05
Last updated: 2021-03-03 14:39:06
Poem ID: 45960

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