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Bring laughter, adventure, and life lessons to your child with Cricket For The Crocodile 🌿

In this charming story, Ranji and his town cricket team are ready for an exciting match against village rivals. But their game takes a hilarious turn when Nakoo, a grumpy crocodile living in the nearby river, gets annoyed by the noise and stray balls. What follows is a series of comical mishaps, creative solutions, and unexpected friendships as the boys try to include Nakoo in their cricketing world—affectionately calling him “Nakoo-ji.”

Through this playful tale, children learn valuable lessons about community, cooperation, empathy, and dealing with unexpected challenges. Ruskin Bond’s storytelling captures the vivid charm of Indian village life, cricket adventures, and the joy of simple friendships, making this book both entertaining and educational.

Cricket For The Crocodile is perfect for families seeking:

• A humorous story with relatable village adventures and cricket fun

• Life lessons about teamwork, adaptability, and empathy

• Engaging characters, including the lovable crocodile Nakoo

• Lighthearted storytelling that sparks laughter and imagination

Ideal for bedtime reading, school storytelling, or independent reading, this book helps children develop social skills, problem-solving abilities, and a love for stories filled with fun and heart 🐊🏏

• 📗 Paperback format – easy for children to read and handle

• 🧒 Engaging, humorous language suitable for children aged 6–12

• 🌟 Teaches teamwork, adaptability, and empathy

• 🎨 Features vibrant storytelling and charming, memorable characters

• ❤️ Inspires laughter, problem-solving, and community spirit

Help your child explore humor, friendship, and the joy of overcoming challenges in a fun, village cricket adventure.
Cricket For The Crocodile is more than a story—it’s a delightful lesson in teamwork, community, and creativity 🐊🏏✨