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Darzee's Chant

From The Jungle Book, by Rudyard Kipling

Rudyard Kipling published The Jungle Book in 1894, a collection of stories about animals and people in India. 'Darzee's Chant' is a poem sung by a tailor-bird after the brave mongoose Rikki-tikki-tavi saves the garden from a deadly cobra. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story shows how even small creatures can recognise and celebrate true courage, and how heroes often care more about doing what is right than hearing praise.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 560 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

The Jungle Book, Rudyard Kipling

First published

1894

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (8 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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