Books like How the rhinoceros got his skin by Rudyard Kipling
In this vivid children’s story, Rudyard Kipling explores the consequences of misbehavior through the life of a rhinoceros. The animal’s lack of manners and disregard for rule lead to his famously baggy skin and a fitting temper, teaching a gentle lesson about the importance of good conduct.
First publish date: 1942
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Rudyard Kipling
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