Metaphors are an effective pedagogical tool used within the classroom to enhance and facilitate learning and growth. This article draws attention to the intentional, and sometimes even unintentional, use of metaphors with regard to what metaphors open up and afford, and how metaphors are created or formed. Specific examples of metaphors are forwarded to offer practical examples and their intended outcomes. Finally, challenges and cautions are noted for all to consider as metaphors are accessed, leveraged, and refined.