The Jungle Book
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1994

The Jungle Book

Written by Rudyard Kipling · Illustrated by Karl James Mountford

Part of the Classic Starts series

A boy raised by wolves must find his place in a jungle that sees him as prey.

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160 pages· 720L
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Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves, navigates the dangers of the jungle with guidance from Baloo and Bagheera. As some animals see him as a threat or prey, Mowgli must discover where he truly belongs. Will he find acceptance among the elephants, snakes, and monkeys, or is he destined to be an outsider forever? This retelling invites young readers to explore Mowgli's thrilling journey and the challenges of finding one's identity in a world that doesn't always welcome you.

From the publisher

Run with the jungle animals in this illustrated chapter-book retelling of The Jungle Book, part of the bestselling Classic Starts(R) series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Mowgli has lived among his wolf brothers for as long as he can remember. Baloo and Bagheera teach him the ways of the jungle, but some animals view him as a threat–or, even worse, as prey. Can Mowgli find a place where he truly belongs? This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to Mowgli’s life among elephants, giant snakes, and monkeys. The book also includes discussion questions.

At a glance
Format
Pages
160
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
720L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.6
F&P level
~Q
Publication
Published
December 5, 2023
First published
June 28, 1994
Publisher
Union Square Kids
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781454942443
LCCN
2023000859

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