The Jungle Book

A classic story of friendship between man and beast. Saved from the jaws of the evil tiger Shere Khan, young Mowgli is adopted by a wolf pack and taught the law of the jungle by lovable old Baloo the bear and Bhageera the panther. The adventures of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi the snake-fighting mongoose, little Toomai and the elephant's secret dance, and Kotick the white seal are all part of Mowgli's extraordinary journey with his animal friends. Brilliantly introduced by bestselling author, Christopher Paolini.

Author: Rudyard Kipling
Publisher: Puffin Books
Published: 03/05/2009
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 6.90h x 5.00w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780141325293
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7.5
Point Value: 9
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 54972 / Jungle Book (Book I) (Unabridged)

About the Author
Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was born in India, although educated in England. He was a prolific writer and recognized as a genius. In 1907 he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. His many books for children include Just So Stories and Kim.