The Monkey and the Crocodile: A Jataka Tale from India

Written by Paul Galdone

Grade:

K-2

ISBN-13:

978-0899195247

Publisher:

Clarion Books (1987)

A hungry crocodile, unsatisfied with his usual meals, vows to catch the quickest monkey in the mango tree on the riverbank. He pridefully ignores the warning of the old crocodile and sets out to get his meal. However, the monkey soon discovers the crocodile’s plans and cleverly outsmarts him. This traditional tale from India is playfully illustrated and shares an entertaining lesson in humility and moderation.