The Jungle Cup-final

Name: The Jungle Cup-final
ISBN: 9780140326765

by Richard Digance

For kids who adore animals and the excitement of a big game, this lively poetry collection brings the jungle's most anticipated sporting event to life.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child needs a dose of pure, silly fun that celebrates teamwork and friendly competition. This delightful collection of poems chronicles the most important sporting event in the jungle: the Jungle Cup-final. Through lively rhymes and hilarious scenarios, readers meet the animal teams, from the lumbering Elephant Eleven to the mischievous Monkey United, as they compete for the coveted trophy. The book is a fantastic way to introduce poetry to children who might think it's stuffy or boring, using the high-energy worlds of animals and sports to create an engaging read-aloud experience. It's perfect for kids who love to laugh, reinforcing themes of good sportsmanship, joy, and collaborative fun.

Animals Sports Joy & Gratitude Humor Teamwork & Collaboration Adventure Friendship & Loyalty Nature & Outdoors

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Exaggerated, comical sporting competition between animal teams. No real danger or stakes.

Sensitive Topics

None. The content is secular and entirely focused on lighthearted fun. The competition is framed as a friendly game, and any conflict is low-stakes and comical.