The Royal Toothache

Name: The Royal Toothache
Author: Sanjiv Jaiswal 'Sanjay'

by Sanjiv Jaiswal 'Sanjay'

Ages 4–86 min readBrushing TeethFree to read

Even the king of the jungle must keep his teeth clean. Read this sweet story about who taught him this important lesson.

A funny, satisfying jungle tale where the tiniest, bravest friend saves the roaring king — and slips in a gentle reminder about why we brush our teeth.

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Questions to talk about together

All the big animals were too scared to help the lion, but the tiny mouse offered — why do you think the little mouse was brave enough?
The mouse found lots of dirt stuck in the lion's teeth — what do you think the lion should do every day so it does not hurt again?
How do you think the mighty lion felt being helped by the smallest animal in the jungle?

The Royal Toothache

Questions to talk about together

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