Songs for Parents: Parade

Name: Songs for Parents: Parade
Author: John Chipman Farrar

Parade is a children's book written by John Chipman Farrar and illustrated by Mary GrandPré. The story follows a young boy named Peter who is determined to make a parade for his parents. He gathers his friends and family to help him create a parade that will make his parents proud. Along the way, Peter learns the importance of teamwork and the power of imagination. The story is full of colorful illustrations and a heartwarming message about the power of family and friendship.

By John Chipman Farrar · First published 1921 · Genre: Poetry, Family, Children's Literature · 74 words

First lines

The scarlet trumpet flowers are gay And yet they never seem to play, They never trumpet up the dawn Nor blow retreat across the lawn.

But oh, to-day I heard a strain, A happy, martial, quick refrain, As down across the garden grass I saw the marching flowers pass:

Gaudy phlox and flaunting rose, Stiff and straight and on their toes, And, blaring from the garden wall, The trumpet flower led them all.

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Work type: Short story
Author: John Chipman Farrar
Date: 1921 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Family, Children's Literature, Romance
Length: 74 words
Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Poetry — The title of the book suggests that it is a collection of poems written for parents.
Family — The book is written for parents, suggesting that it is about family relationships.
Children's Literature — The book is written for parents, suggesting that it is intended for children.
Romance — The title of the book suggests that it may contain romantic themes.