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The Jungle Book: Mowgli Stories

2 CDs. 2 hrs. Blackstone. Jun. 2016. $14.99. ISBN 9781531835859.
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K-Gr 5—Children may be familiar with the story of Mowgli, who was raised by wolves and lives in the jungle, from either the classic or more recent films. This audio version, narrated by Peter Jeffrey, brings the three original tales to life. Narration is limited in inflection, and animal sounds, sound effects, and music are absent, but Jeffrey does a solid job engaging and holding listeners' attention. Younger children may need shorter listening sessions and facilitated discussion to enjoy the adventures of Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, and antagonist Shere Khan.
VERDICT This would be a fine addition to any children's audio collection.

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