Songs for Parents: Parental Advice

Name: Songs for Parents: Parental Advice
Author: John Chipman Farrar

Songs for Parents: Parental Advice is a collection of poems written by John Chipman Farrar, a noted American poet and educator. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional ballads to modern free verse. The poems are intended to provide parents with advice and guidance on how to raise their children. The topics range from the importance of education and discipline to the joys of parenthood and the importance of family. The poems are written in a way that is both accessible and meaningful, and they provide a unique perspective on parenting. The book also includes a selection of Farrar's other works, including essays and short stories.

By John Chipman Farrar · First published 1921 · Genre: Self-Help, Non-Fiction, Parenting · 49 words

First lines

Who laid the egg that hatched the moon? Was it the earth, I wonder, Was it the sun, the clouds, or rain, Was it night or thunder?

If I were mother to the moon I'd spank her every day Until she learned to stay at home And "never" run away!

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Work type: Essay
Author: John Chipman Farrar
Date: 1921 CE
Language: English
Genres: Self-Help, Non-Fiction, Parenting, Advice
Length: 49 words
Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Self-Help — The book provides advice to parents, which is a common theme in self-help books.
Non-Fiction — The book is based on factual information and is not a work of fiction.
Parenting — The book is specifically focused on providing advice to parents.
Advice — The book provides advice to parents, which is the main focus of the book.