From Matilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to The BFG, Roald Dahl’s children’s books have introduced generations of young readers to extraordinary characters, magical adventures and wonderfully mischievous storytelling. Whether you’re choosing a first Roald Dahl book for a child or returning to a childhood favourite, these six classic stories offer plenty of humour, imagination and unforgettable moments.
Meet brilliant Matilda, step inside Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, journey with James aboard a giant peach and join Sophie and the BFG in Giant Country. Here are six much-loved Roald Dahl books for children to read, share and revisit.
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Charlie Bucket finds one of Willy Wonka’s five golden tickets and enters his extraordinary chocolate factory, where a chocolate river, mysterious Oompa Loompas and four unforgettable children await an adventure unlike any other.
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James Henry Trotter lives unhappily with his horrible aunts until a giant peach begins growing in the garden. Inside, seven unusual insects are waiting to take him on an unforgettable magical adventure.
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Tired of his grouchy grandma, George Kranky decides to create a very unusual medicine from whatever ingredients he can find. But his homemade remedy produces astonishing results that even George couldn’t have imagined.
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Danny adores life with his inventive father in their cosy caravan. When they hatch a daring plan to outwit the unpleasant Mr Hazell, father and son embark on their most mischievous adventure yet.
