Examples of metaphors in poems for kids

A metaphor is a type of figurative language, often used in poetry or literary prose. It is, in simplest terms, a comparison. It forms a link between two unlike things by stating one thing is another. The big difference between a metaphor and a simile is that similes use the words 'like,' or 'as. This poem uses morning and home as metaphors for love and friendship.

Metaphor poems about life

Tea time represents the idea of rest. It compares the physical structure of the home to a memory. Less obviously, it also uses the sounds and personification of the kettle and saucepan as symbols for familiarity, implied in the lines "You know me, you do," and "I know you, too. Morning is love, when mom bids me arise, Eggs shaped like hearts, a breakfast surprise.

The sun barely risen, looks down with a smile, And says, "take your time, just sit for a while.

Metaphor poems examples

Homework is done and the table is laid. The kettle whistles "You know me, you do. My room is a picture which stays in my head - The books in the corner, the cat on the bed. Home is my best friend, my partner, my all, Be it ever so humble, be it ever so small. The Zoo uses concrete metaphors, comparing different animals in the zoo to different types of people or professions.

I thought it rather strange today, When visiting the zoo, To find the creatures living there, Are just like me and you. So wild and acrobatic, The monkeys in their cage, Delight in swinging high and low, Performers on a stage.