Just So Stories: Rudyard Kipling (Macmillan Collector's Library) (Hardback)

Just So Stories: Rudyard Kipling A much-loved collection of imaginative stories explaining how some of the world's most recognisable animals came to look and behave the way they do. First published in 1902, Just So Stories features twelve magical tales, including the stories of how the camel got his hump, the leopard got his spots and the elephant got his trunk. With playful storytelling, memorable characters and Kipling's own illustrations, these classic tales offer plenty to explore through shared reading and discussion. This Macmillan Collector's Library hardback edition includes an afterword by editor Marcus Clapham. Its compact format makes it a lovely addition to a child's bookshelf or school library. The book includes: Twelve classic stories Imaginative tales about animals and their origins Kipling's original illustrations An afterword by Marcus Clapham Opportunities to explore language, storytelling and imagination