Just So Stories

These entertaining tales, originally narrated by Rudyard Kipling to his own children, present imaginative explanations for the origins of various natural phenomena. For years, young readers have been captivated by stories such as how the Leopard acquired his spots, the tale of the Elephant's Child who, on the banks of the vast grey-green Limpopo River, gained his trunk with the Crocodile's involvement, and the quirky beginning of the Armadillos. Illustrated by Kipling himself in black-and-white, these charming stories promise to enchant both readers and listeners alike. The collection includes tales such as: - How the Whale Got His Throat - How the Camel Got His Hump - How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin - How the Leopard Got His Spots - The Elephant's Child - The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo - The Beginning of the Armadillos - How the First Letter Was Written - How the Alphabet Was Made - The Crab That Played with the Sea - The Cat That Walked by Himself - The Butterfly That Stamped These stories provide a delightful mix of fantasy and whimsy, ensuring they remain favourites for generations to come.