Is sick by Shel Silverstein a lyric poem?

"Sick" by Shel Silverstein is not a lyric poem. It's a narrative poem. Here's why:

* Lyric poems are typically about personal emotions, thoughts, and experiences. They are often written in a musical or song-like style.

* Narrative poems tell a story, with characters, plot, and setting. They often have a clear beginning, middle, and end.

"Sick" tells the story of a boy pretending to be sick to avoid going to school. It has a clear plot and characters, making it a narrative poem.