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• Funny Poems About Homework: Finding Humor in the Dreaded Task

Homework, the word alone is enough to make most students cringe. The never-ending piles of assignments, the late-night cramming sessions, and the constant battle to meet deadlines can often lead to stress and frustration. However, amidst all the gloom, there is always room for a little laughter. In this article, we will explore some hilarious poems about homework that will make you chuckle and perhaps even make your homework woes a little more bearable.

1. "Ode to Homework"

2. "the homework monster", 3. "homework, oh homework".

O homework, my homework, why dost thou plague me so? With your math equations and your essays in a row. I try to focus, but oh, my mind does wander, Thinking of anything, but you, my little monster.

But alas, I'm stuck, there's no escape in sight, So I sit here and ponder, all through the night. With every problem solved, you throw another my way, Oh homework, how you ruin my day!

Yet, I admit, you teach me discipline and strife, And push me to learn and strive for a better life. So, I'll begrudgingly finish you, homework, with a sigh, But I'll never stop dreaming of the day you say goodbye.

There's a monster that lurks in the depths of my room, It creeps and it crawls, filling me with doom. Its name is Homework, the beast that never sleeps, Leaving me in a frenzy of assignments to keep.

It hides in my backpack, ready to pounce, As soon as I sit down, I know I'm pronounced. Its claws are the deadlines, sharp and unkind, And its teeth are the questions, playing with my mind.

But fear not, my friends, for I've found a trick, To tame this monster that makes me sick. I'll tackle my homework with a smile on my face, And turn this dreaded task into a funny embrace.

So, here's to the monster that I'll never defeat, But with laughter and humor, I'll make it a treat. For homework may be tough, but it won't bring me down, I'll conquer it all with a smile, no longer a frown.

Homework, oh homework, why must you exist? You make my brain hurt, you persist and persist. From the math equations to the history dates, You fill up my nights, you control my fate.

But let me tell you a secret, homework, my foe, I've discovered a way to make you more fun, you know. I'll turn you into a game, a challenge to beat, And suddenly, the stress will feel like a treat.

I'll race against time and compete with myself, And complete each task like a book off the shelf. For with a little humor and a positive spin, Homework won't be a chore, but a battle to win.

While homework may always be a dreaded part of student life, injecting a bit of humor into the equation can make it a little more bearable. Funny poems about homework provide us with a reminder that even in the face of tedious tasks, laughter can be the best coping mechanism. So, the next time you find yourself buried under a mountain of assignments, take a moment to chuckle at the absurdity of it all. Remember, laughter is the best homework medicine!

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Are your students reluctant to learn about poetry? Luckily, poetry knows no bounds! If you want to switch things up with your next poetry lesson, try adding some humorous poems into the mix. Your class will love these funny, relatable poems. Check out our list below of 40 funny poems for your students to enjoy!

Our Favorite Funny Poems for Everyone

1. the crocodile by lewis carroll.

“How cheerfully he seems to grin …”

2. How Not To Have To Dry the Dishes by Shel Silverstein

“Such an awful, boring chore.”

3. Be Glad Your Nose Is On Your Face by Jack Prelutsky

“Within your ear, your nose would be …”

4. Don’t Go Into the Library by Alberto Rios

“The library is dangerous …”

5. Sick by Shel Silverstein

“I cannot go to school today.”

6. My Kitten Is a Ninja by Kenn Nesbitt

“He sneaks up on me stealthily …”

7. My Next Door Neighbor Is a Witch by Samiya Vallee

“Her clothing is a little strange …”

8. The Boy Who Didn’t Like Ice Cream by Rebecca Syx

“Ice cream was everywhere …”

9. Sweet Treat Dream by Gillian M. Ward

“If my world were made of chocolate …”

10. Don’t Be Silly by Dave Moran

“Why does cheese look like gold?”

11. Tom Tigercat by J. Patrick Lewis

“Tom Tigercat is noted for his manners and his wit.”

12. Herbert Hillbert Hubert Snod by Denise Rodgers

“… he spread toothpaste on his toast.”

13. The Silliest Teacher in School by Darren Sardelli

“Our teacher gave detention to the fountains in the hall.”

14. My Butler by Steve Hanson

“My mom got me a butler To help out with the chores.”

15. Carpet Seeds by Steve Hanson

“A rug crept up the wall.”

16. About the Teeth of Sharks by John Ciardi

“The thing about a shark is—teeth …”

17. The Nest by Jessica Amanda Salmonson

“Have you heard about the bird …”

18. Math Blues by Cindi Rockwell

“I can’t find the angle for a celebration …”

19. Homework by Mariam Traore

“All kids say it stinks …”

20. My Doggy Ate My Essay by Darren Sardelli

“I did not try to stop him.”

21. The Parakeets by Alberto Blanco

“They talk all day …”

22. Mother Doesn’t Want a Dog by Judith Viorst

“Mother says they smell …”

23. My Shadow by Robert Louis Stevenson

“I have a little shadow that goes in and out with me …”

24. Now We Are Six by A.A. Milne

“When I was one …”

25. Help Wanted by Timothy Tocher

“Santa needs new reindeer.”

26. Summer Camp Souvenirs by Richard Thomas

“The poison ivy’s not too bad.”

27. Adventures of Isabel by Ogden Nash

“Isabel met an enormous bear …”

28. The Dentist and the Crocodile by Roald Dahl

“The crocodile, with cunning smile, sat in the dentist’s chair.”

29. Daddy Fell Into the Pond by Alfred Noyes

“And everyone’s face grew merry and bright …”

30. The Vulture by Hilaire Belloc

“The Vulture eats between his meals …”

31. How To Paint a Wall by Joanna Fuchs

“While I went off to work one day, She decided to paint the wall.”

32. Working From Home by Phil J. Johnson

The grass needs cutting, I must mend the gate. I’m expecting a parcel, I hope it’s not late. I must get a wash on. There’s the ironing too. The gas bill needs paying. There’s so much to do. I must send that email. I can’t really moan, This is the life, When you’re working from home. I’m due a long lie in I must feed the cat. There’s the dishes to do, I’ll get round to that. I’ll de-frost the freezer If I’ve got time, But I’m watching the cricket. Sky Sports is just fine! I’ll look at that spreadsheet, Use my mobile phone, So everyone knows That I’m working from home.

33. Our Imperfect Dog by Cynthia Naspinski 

“We love our dog with all our hearts …”

34. How the Pope Is Chosen by James Tate

“Any poodle under 10 inches high is a toy …”

35. The People Upstairs by Ogden Nash

The people upstairs all practise ballet Their living room is a bowling alley Their bedroom is full of conducted tours. Their radio is louder than yours, They celebrate week-ends all the week. When they take a shower, your ceilings leak. They try to get their parties to mix By supplying their guests with Pogo sticks, And when their fun at last abates, They go to the bathroom on roller skates. I might love the people upstairs more If only they lived on another floor.

36. Messy Room by Shel Silverstein

“Whosever room this is should be ashamed!”

37. Yes, I’ll Marry You, My Dear by Pam Ayres

“Yes, I’ll marry you my dear, and here’s the reason why; So I can push you out of bed when the baby starts to cry …”

38. Granny by Spike Milligan

Through every nook and every cranny The wind blew in on poor old Granny Around her knees, into each ear (And up her nose as well, I fear) All through the night the wind grew worse It nearly made the vicar curse The top had fallen off the steeple Just missing him (and other people) It blew on man, it blew on beast It blew on nun, it blew on priest It blew the wig off Auntie Fanny- But most of all, it blew on Granny!

39. Eating Habits by Alan Balter

“Tomato sauce I’m at a loss …”

40. Monosyllabics by Laura E. Richards

“The black cat sat In the fat man’s hat …”

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My Dog Does My Homework

A Funny Dog Poem for Kids

From the book When the Teacher Isn't Looking

My dog does my homework at home every night. He answers each question and gets them all right.

There’s only one problem with homework by Rover. I can’t turn in work that’s been slobbered all over.

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Copyright © 2005. All Rights Reserved.

Reading Level: Grade 2

Topics: Animal Poems , School Poems

Poetic Techniques: Anthropomorphism & Personification , Irony

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Do Your Homework Now

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Published by Family Friend Poems May 2014 with permission of the Author.

I've told you once, mom's told you twice. Forgetting homework just isn't nice. Homework is like getting dressed; got to do it to be your best. You say it isn't fair, but people do it everywhere. Do it now, get it done. I know, I know it isn't fun. Homework is like cleaning your room, except you don't have to use a broom. Do it now; we'll give you a treat, something tasty good to eat. We're like parrots repeating stuff, like our brains have turned to fluff. JUST DO YOUR HOMEWORK NOW!

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