Writing Poetry

Last week I wrote a poem and won first place for my school.
My prize was that I got a pencil and two books. One is about
Nancy Drew, and the other is a diary about someone's life in history.
Although I like to win, I mostly like just having
fun writing the poem. My dad is the one to
thank. I think he's the one who inspired
me to start writing poetry. Here's my poem!

I Get Real Bored in Math Class

By: Esther Campbell

I get real bored in math class,

So I find something to do.

I could be a scientist

And find a cure for the flu.

I dream that I'm a cowgirl

With a big rodeo show,

A horse that's going wild --

I'm a real fantastic pro!

I dream that I'm a builder

With hammers and tiny nails,

Working hard all day and night

Even when it rains and hails.

I dream that I am a clown

With a polka dotted suit

Walking like a penguin as

I am playing on the flute.

Then my teacher says “Esther!”

And I'm up within a blink.

I was sleeping on math books --

Now I have to start to think!