num_pages: 24
description: Audio read-along books for children based on the ancient South Asian Panchatantra and Jataka stories, precursors to Aesop's fables. The narration by renowned South Asian actors in English is highly entertaining. The books are illustrated with cuddly characters in vibrant colors. Children can sing along with the jungle music. Several songs are presented in a world music format, concluding with a key take home message. A glossary of key words and pronunciations, special background information and a learning guide accompanies each title. Produced by Sky Music (India), a corporation led by educators and musicians trained in special education and world music. Listen to the story of Red Face, the monkey and Jagged Jaws, the crocodile. You will learn about how to be careful with everybody, since you do not know who is friend or enemy. Despite an initial show of friendship to Red Face by Jagged Jaws, in the end he wanted to take Red Face home to his wife as supper. Find out how Red Face outsmarted the wily crocodile. Includes One full colour soft bound 22-page book, one 22-minute audio tape, lyrics to the songs, and a special learning insert. Narrated by Naseeruddin Shah.
language: English
title: The Monkey and the Crocodile
titlecomplete: The Monkey and the Crocodile (Karadi Tales)
ratings_count: 5
publisher: Sky Music India Pvt Ltd