“The Elephant’s Child” by Rudyard Kipling. The Just So Stories were first published in 1902. This story is from the 1912 edition.
In this classic tale from Rudyard Kipling, a relentlessly curious young elephant sets out to discover what the crocodile has for dinner—and finds himself changed forever.
The Elephant’s Child is a story full of rhythm, humor, and heart, exploring how curiosity can lead us into trouble… and into growth.
A look ahead:
Wednesday, April 15th - "Prometheus and Pandora"
Wednesday, April 22nd - "Princess on the Glass Hill" from the Norse
Wednesday, April 29th - "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe
The Just So Stories were first published in 1902. This story is from the 1912 edition.
This work is in the public domain.
Content Note:
This episode contains scenes of violence consistent with classic stories.
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