How the Rhino Got His Skin

Written by Rosie Dickins · Illustrated by John Joven

A rhino's curiosity about a special cake leads to unexpected consequences.

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32 pages· ~480L

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Bookroo's summary

In a whimsical tale, a rhino with perfectly fitting skin faces a delicious dilemma. When he discovers a cake filled with currants and plums, temptation stirs. Will he resist, or will this sweet treat lead to unexpected consequences? Dive into this charming story, part of Kipling's Just So Stories, and discover how a simple cake can change everything.

From the publisher

The Rhino has lovely skin that fits just right. But what happens when he spies the cake that Man just made? A special cake with currant and plums in it…This tale is wonderfully illustrated and the first of Kipling’s Just So Stories to feature in the Usborne Reading Programme - stories specially written for children who are learning to read.

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