A Parent Reprimanded
The poem explores the theme of a parent's disappointment and frustration with their child's behavior. The speaker describes how they had high expectations for their child but were let down by their actions. The tone is one of regret and disillusionment, highlighting the complexities of parenting and the challenges of living up to one's own ideals.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1880 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Humor · 124 words
First lines
Sometimes I think 'at Parents does Things ist about as bad as _us_ --
Wite 'fore our vurry eyes, at that!
Fer one time Pa he scold' my Ma
'Cause he can't find his hat;
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A Parent Reprimanded is listed on Textopian as a poem by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1880 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1880 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Humor, Family
- Length: 124 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The narrative is simple and told from a child's perspective, appealing to young readers.
- Humor — The poem contains light-hearted and humorous elements, particularly in the child's reaction to the situation.
- Family — The theme revolves around family dynamics and interactions between parents and children.
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Poem · Children's Literature · American Literature · 19th Century Literature · Humor · Satire · Parenting · Childhood · Family Dynamics · Social Commentary · Literary Satire · Whimsy