The Jungle Books (Books I & II) cover

The Jungle Books (Books I & II)

Author: Kipling, Rudyard

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 7.4
Points 20.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 114346
Points per Word 0.000175

Description

A baby boy is abandoned deep in the jungle and is taken in by a she-wolf to be raised as one of her own.

Quick Summary

What makes this book special is the wild idea of a human child raised by wolves in the jungle, surviving alongside bears, panthers, and serpents who teach him The Way to Treasure Islands of the wild. Kids will love the pulse-pounding moments when Mowgli faces down the fearsome tiger Shere Khan, discovers ancient jungle secrets, and forms unbreakable bonds with his wolf pack brothers. If your kid loves stories where courage and friendship rule the day, they will be completely hooked by this legendary boy who becomes a legend among beasts. This collection works perfectly for kids in grades 6 through 8 who crave animal adventures with real heart.