The Role of Anthropomorphism in Developing Social Skills in Children: A Study of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book

Authors: Arshi Sultan, Dr. Ravindra Kumar

Country: India

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Abstract: This study explores the role of anthropomorphism in the development of social skills in children, using Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book as a central case study. Anthropomorphism, the attribution of human traits, emotions, and intentions to non-human entities, is a literary device frequently employed in children's literature to bridge the gap between young readers and complex social concepts. Kipling’s The Jungle Book, with its rich tapestry of animal characters embodying distinct human qualities and societal roles, provides a compelling framework to examine how children can learn and internalize social behaviours. Through a close analysis of key characters and their interactions, this study investigates how Kipling's anthropomorphized animals serve as relatable figures that model essential social skills such as empathy, cooperation, leadership, and moral reasoning. The research examines the narrative strategies employed by Kipling to convey social lessons, such as the use of dialogue, conflict resolution, and the depiction of hierarchical social structures within the animal kingdom.

Keywords: Anthropomorphism, Child psychology, Social learning, Emotional intelligence and Empathy.

Paper Id: 231067

Published On: 2024-01-04

Published In: Volume 12, Issue 1, January-February 2024

Cite This: The Role of Anthropomorphism in Developing Social Skills in Children: A Study of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book - Arshi Sultan, Dr. Ravindra Kumar - IJIRMPS Volume 12, Issue 1, January-February 2024.

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