About This Book
Rudyard Kipling's 'Just So Stories' is a cherished collection of thirteen imaginative origin tales, originally told as bedtime stories to his daughter. These fables offer whimsical explanations for how various animals acquired their unique characteristics, such as the elephant's trunk or the kangaroo's powerful legs. Written with Kipling's distinctive lyrical prose and playful language, the stories are rich in vocabulary and often feature a gentle moral or consequence. Ideal for children aged 8-12 to read independently, or for younger children as a captivating read-aloud, this book is a cornerstone of classic children's literature that sparks curiosity and imagination.
Seven tales that explain special things about animals, such as how the whale got his tiny throat, the camel his hump and the leopard his spots.
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Discussion Prompts
1
Which animal's 'just so' story was your favorite and why?
2
If you could invent a 'just so' story for another animal, what would it be?
3
What do you think about the way the animals got their features in these stories? Do you know any real scientific explanations?
4
How does Kipling make these stories feel like they're being told just to you, the reader?
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