The sing-song of Old Man Kangaroo
By Shoo Rayner
Kangaroo wants fame—but one surprising wish sets Yellow-Dog Dingo racing after him.
lively · humorous · rhythmic · imaginative
Genres
What is The sing-song of Old Man Kangaroo about?
Old Man Kangaroo wants to stand out from every other animal. He dreams of becoming famous, with long legs and a tail that will make everyone follow him. When he asks the powerful Nqong to grant his wish, he gets far more than he expected. Soon, Yellow-Dog Dingo is racing after him across the land. This lively retelling of Rudyard Kipling’s classic Just So Story explains how the kangaroo became the remarkable creature we know today.
About the author
Shoo Rayner is a much-loved British author and illustrator, best known for his fun and easy-to-read books like the 'Rex Files' and 'Dragon' series. Shoo enjoys drawing and creating stories that make children laugh and inspire them to read and draw. He believes that reading should always be exciting and enjoyable for everyone.
Pages
48 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2008
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