Stories About Animals

The classics of elementary school – entertaining tales of a traveler! 

The stories by B. Zhitkov are included in the mandatory reading program for literature in elementary school. 

The writer and navigator Boris Zhitkov made a round-the-world journey, visiting Ceylon, India, Japan, and China. From his travels, he brought unique stories about exotic animals that became the foundation of his creativity. 

Is an elephant capable of tender feelings? Can a wild wolf be tamed? Can animals save us from misfortune? You will find the answers to these and other questions in the works of B. Zhitkov about our smaller brothers. The author not only entertains young readers with interesting plots, but also raises themes of friendship, mutual assistance, and careful attitude towards nature. The book includes the fairy tale "The Brave Duckling", the stories "About the Elephant", "About the Monkey", "The Mongoose", "Zoo Garden", and others. 

Choose classics for schoolchildren without abbreviations!