About This Book
"The Second Jungle Book" is a timeless collection of short stories by Rudyard Kipling, continuing the adventures of Mowgli, the feral boy raised by wolves in the Indian jungle. While only some stories feature Mowgli directly, others explore the rich world of the jungle and its inhabitants, often presenting fables with moral lessons, such as "How Fear Came." This book is ideal for middle-grade readers aged 10-14, offering themes of identity, belonging, courage, and the intricate "Law of the Jungle." It's a culturally significant work, blending adventure, humor, and poignant moments, making it a wonderful independent read or a basis for classroom discussions.
Not so much a sequel as a small collection of short stories, only five of which feature Mowgli and friends. The best known of the stories is 'How Fear Came', which tells the story of how the tiger got his stripes.
Concepts
Loneliness & BelongingResilience & PerseveranceFear & BraveryFriendship & LoyaltyJustice & FairnessGood vs. EvilCuriosity & WonderSelf-Confidence & IdentityLove & FamilyEmpathy & KindnessHonesty & IntegrityBeing DifferentGrowing UpMaking FriendsCultural IdentityAnimalsSurvival & WildernessFriendship & SocialBears
Discussion Prompts
1
What does the "Law of the Jungle" mean to the animals, and how does it apply to Mowgli?
2
How does Mowgli's identity as both human and part of the wolf pack create challenges for him?
3
Which animal character in the book do you find most interesting, and why?
4
The story "How Fear Came" explains why the tiger got his stripes. What other animal legends or origin stories do you know?
5
What lessons about friendship and loyalty can we learn from Mowgli's relationships with Baloo and Bagheera?
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