"The Scarlet Ibis" has a tone that combines introspection, remorse, and nostalgia. Brother tells the tale with the benefit of hindsight, reflecting with regret and shame on what happened. The narrative gains depth from this introspective tone, which also aids in highlighting the story's themes. Overall, students can reflect on the use of negative and specific phrases to get a deeper understanding of the tone and feelings of the “author” in the story.