Roald Dahl
Growing Reader
Tween
Make ‘Em Laugh: 13 Classic Comedies for Middle Graders
Each of these comic novels is a solid dose of good medicine -- not only in a big-picture kind of way, but also as a remedy for reluctant readers.
Growing Reader
Tween
Roald Dahl Printables and Activities
If your young reader loves Roald Dahl's captivating stories, then they're sure to delight in these printable coloring pages and activities featuring some of his most beloved characters!
Tween
A Printable Educator’s Guide to Matilda
The activities in these Common Core-aligned lesson plans emphasize reading comprehension and help young readers navigate Matilda’s tough topics.
Growing Reader
Tween
A Roald Dahl Book for Every Kind of Kid
Which Roald Dahl book is perfect for your kid? From the budding poet to the reluctant reader, here are a few Dahl titles suited to all kinds of little personalities.
Growing Reader
Tween
Our Mother-Daughter Book Club: The BFG
We asked Susan and her daughter Emma to share a bit about their experience reading The BFG. Here’s what they had to say about the genius of Roald Dahl, the power of belief, and the strength of the “small”.
Growing Reader
Tween
Why The BFG Is My Daughter’s Favorite Roald Dahl Book
The BFG is not Dahl’s most famous work, so why does my kid treasure it above all of his other books? It all comes down to this universal feeling.
Growing Reader
Tween
Brightly's Book Club for Kids: The BFG
This month’s Family Book Club pick is big — and we mean big! The BFG, by Roald Dahl, is huge on charm, laughs, suspense, and heart.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Sweet Books for Your Budding Chocolatier
If your child is a card-carrying chocoholic — the kind that prefers their s’mores without the superfluous graham crackers and marshmallows — here are a few sumptuously sweet books they’re sure to eat up.
Just For Fun
Everybody Loves a Scoundrel: Our Favorite Rogues in Children’s Literature
It’s been said that bad guys have all the fun, but do you know who REALLY has the most fun, particularly in children’s literature? The rogues, the scoundrels, the devil-may-care characters that dance on that thin line between naughty and nice.
Tween
End “Are We There Yet?” with These 7 Entertaining Audiobooks for Tweens
Stop dreading the long drive and start planning your audio itinerary. Here are seven great listens to get you started.
Just For Fun
Oh, the Places You’ll Go: 6 Vacation Destinations for Children’s Literature Fans
With a little effort, you can plan a vacation to the incredible real-life destinations found in famous children’s books.