Who is the first teacher?

There's no single answer to who the "first teacher" was, as the concept of teaching likely developed gradually over time. It depends on how you define "teacher" and what you consider the beginning of teaching.

Some possibilities, depending on the interpretation, include:

* Early hominids: Knowledge transfer through observation and imitation occurred long before formalized teaching. Parents and older members of groups undoubtedly taught younger members essential survival skills. Pinpointing a first instance is impossible.

* Ancient figures from mythology and legend: Many cultures have stories of early teachers or wise figures who imparted knowledge, but these are typically mythical or legendary.

* Early humans who showed others how to make tools or perform tasks: While not "teachers" in a modern sense, these individuals played a crucial role in transferring skills and knowledge.

In short, there's no historical record of the very first teacher. The development of teaching was a slow, evolutionary process.