How Old Is The Shepherd?
There are 125 sheep and 5 dogs in a flock.
How old is the shepherd?
You can’t determine the answer.
I debated adding this riddle because it is less of a riddle and more of an illustration of how kids are (or are not) being taught to think for themselves. But after reading how kids feel the need to make up an answer without understanding why, I thought this could be a good reminder for all of us to exercise our critical thinking skills.
(via Student Voices)
Little Miss Eticote
Little Miss Eticote
In her white petticoat
And her red nose
The longer she stands
The shorter she grows
A candle.
Keys to Unlock Your Soul
I am a box that holds keys without locks, yet they can unlock your soul. What am I?
A piano.
Its Own Past Tense
What common verb becomes its own past tense by rearranging its letters?
Eat (ate).
I Cover What Is Real And Hide What Is True
I cover what is real and hide what is true,
But sometimes I bring out the courage in you.
What am I?
A mask. It makes people look different, but can make you feel more powerful than you normally do.
Makeup also works.
Slayer of Regrets
Slayer of regrets
old and new,
sought by many,
found by few.
Redemption. It can get rid of regrets, many people seek it but few find it.
By Sef Daystrom