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Just So Stories Fact-Matching Game

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Summoning Knowledge...

About This Challenge

Embark on a magical journey with our fact-matching game that will challenge your detective skills and critical thinking abilities. Just like the whimsical stories in ‘Just So Stories’ by Rudyard Kipling, this game will take you on an adventure filled with mystery and discovery.

  • Uncover important information fragments
  • Use spells for hints
  • Gain extra time to piece together the puzzle
Need a Hint? View the Facts
  • - Just So Stories is a collection of children's stories written by Rudyard Kipling.
  • - The book was first published in 1902.
  • - It consists of twelve stories, each explaining how certain animals acquired their unique characteristics.
  • - The stories are written in a whimsical, imaginative style.
  • - Some of the well-known stories include "How the Elephant Got His Trunk" and "How the Leopard Got His Spots."
  • - Kipling wrote these stories for his own daughter, Josephine.
  • - The stories are set in various locations, including the African savannah and Indian jungles.
  • - Kipling's storytelling is influenced by his experiences in India and his love for animals.
  • - The book combines elements of fantasy, folklore, and moral lessons.
  • - Kipling often uses anthropomorphism, giving human-like qualities to animals.
  • - Each story has its own unique origin myth, explaining why certain animals look or behave the way they do.
  • - The stories often involve humorous situations and clever wordplay.
  • - Kipling's use of repetitive phrases and rhythmic language makes the stories enjoyable to read aloud.
  • - The book has been adapted into various forms, including stage plays and animated films.
  • - Just So Stories has remained popular for over a century.
  • - The stories teach valuable lessons about adaptation, curiosity, and the consequences of one's actions.
  • - Kipling's illustrations accompany the stories, depicting the animals and their surroundings.
  • - The book has been translated into numerous languages.
  • - Just So Stories is considered one of Kipling's most enduring works.
  • - The stories continue to captivate readers of all ages with their imaginative storytelling and timeless themes.

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