The Monkey and the Crocodile: A Tale of Quick Thinking
A clever monkey, a crocodile with a secret plan, and a river crossing that tests a friendship — a favourite from the Panchatantra.
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Timeless tales and ideas from Indian tradition, retold for children and the families who read with them.
Long before textbooks, children learned through stories. Panchatantra tales, Jataka stories and the sayings of our sages taught wisdom, kindness and quick thinking.
These retellings are written to be read aloud — at bedtime, in class, or anywhere a story is needed.
A clever monkey, a crocodile with a secret plan, and a river crossing that tests a friendship — a favourite from the Panchatantra.
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