Roald Dahl

"I have a Magic Finger. When I get angry . . .things begin to happen!" What will happen when the finger is pointed at the Gregg family?Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills.The eight levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams.Roald Dahl: The Magic Finger, a Level 4 Activity Book, is A2 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Flyers exams. The activities encourage children to practice longer sentences with up to three clauses, more complex past and future tense structures, modal verbs and a wider variety of conjunctions.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points.Perfect for learning English in school or at homeDevelops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skillsFeatures much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) testsFeatures free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parentsRoald Dahl: The Giraffe, the Pelly and Me, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses.One day, Billy meets the Giraffe, the Pelican, and the Monkey, who wash windows to buy food. Will Billy help the animals?Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Learn your opposites with Roald Dahl's Opposites, from the world's NUMBER ONE storyteller (and with a little help from the Enormous Crocodile too...)Busy little hands can lift the flaps to discover the opposites with iconic illustrations of Dahl's much loved characters from the one and only, Quentin Blake. This sturdy board book is the perfect first baby book to introduce titchy toddlers to the world of Roald Dahl. And keep an eye out for:Roald Dahl's 123Roald Dahl's ColoursRoald Dahl's ABC

Greetings to you, the lucky finder of this little box - tremendous postcards are inside.From Golden Tickets and giant peaches to thank you, good-luck and congratulations cards, it's filled with MAGIC. Fizzing with the iconic illustrations of Quentin Blake, greetings for every occasion, and quotes and covers from your favourite stories.All you need to do is add your own WHOPPSY-WHIFFLING words.

Roald Dahl's wickedly funny novels have turned him into the world's number 1 storyteller. In this collection five splendiferous stories are brought to life by the author himself.Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Abridged)Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory is opening at last!James and the Giant Peach (Abridged) A little magic can take you a long wayFantastic Mr. Fox (Unabridged) Nobody outfoxes Fantastic Mr. Fox!The Enormous Crocodile (Unabridged) This greedy crocodile loves to guzzle up little boys and girlsThe Magic Finger (Unabridged) Horrible neighbors learn their lesson from a little girl with powerful magic!

Puffin Audiobooks presents Roald Dahl's Matilda, read by Kate Winslet. This audiobook features original music and sound design by Pinewood film studios.Matilda Wormwood is an extraordinary genius with really stupid parents.Miss Trunchbull is her terrifying headmistress who thinks all her pupils are rotten little stinkers.But Matilda will show these horrible grown-ups that even though she's only small, she's got some very powerful tricks up her sleeve . . .Kate Winslet's award-winning and varied career has included standout roles in Titanic, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Finding Neverland, Revolutionary Road and The Reader, for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. Also a highly acclaimed voice artist, she received the Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album for Children for Listen to the Storyteller.Listen to other Roald Dahl audiobooks read by some very famous voices, including Kate Winslet, David Walliams and Steven Fry - plus there are added squelchy soundeffects from Pinewood Studios! Look out for new Roald Dahl apps in the App store and Google Play- including the disgusting TWIT OR MISS! inspired by the revolting Twits.

Pranks, tricks, mischief, and more in this ideal companion book to Roald Dahl's beloved novels Professional tricksters put your cunning to the test. Inside this wicked little book you'll find step-by-step instructions for making mischief and mayhem as well as outrageous jokes, fiendish quizzes, and a few smelly surprises. Includes extracts from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG, The Witches, and more. Like The Missing Golden Ticket and Other Splendiferous Secrets, this book is a wonderful complement to Roald Dahl novels, with tons of great extras fans will love. It's the perfect way to complete your Dahl collection

The classic story from Roald Dahl, about an exceptional young girl with extraordinary powers. Adapted into a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical and a Netflix film This beloved Roald Dahl title is now available in a gorgeous hardcover classic edition. Matilda is a brilliant and sensitive child, but her parents think of her only as a nuisance. When one day she is attacked by her odious headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, Matilda suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to avenge herself

An enormous escaped rhinoceros from London Zoo has eaten James's parents. And it gets worse! James is packed off to live with his two really horrible aunts, Sponge and Spiker. Poor James is miserable, until something peculiar happens and James finds himself on the most wonderful and extraordinary journey he could ever imagine... A new and delectable Deluxe edition of this wonderful classic.

This collectible Roald Dahl boxed set includes four of his most beloved bestselling stories Charlie and Willy Wonka, Mr. Fox, and even James and his giant peach are available in this beautifully packaged gift set. All of the books are charmingly illustrated by Quentin Blake. This Roald Dahl set is the perfect gift for longtime fans and newcomers alike In this fun-filled box set you'll find: Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Great Glass ElevatorJames and the Giant PeachFantastic Mr. Fox

Roald Dahl's Jack and the beanstalk, the musical, has Jack (definitely whiffy) and the friendly farm animals defying the Giant's phenomenal sniffing powers and Jack's greedy mother to come out triumphantly rich – and squeaky clean. As well as starring roles for Jack, his mum, and the Giant, there are dozens of parts for farm animals and market traders – and everyone can sing in the chorus. Thousands of children have taken part in school performances of this riotously funny adaptation of Roald Dahl's irreverent twist on the traditional tale. As with every one of these great Roald Dahl musicals, Jack and the Beanstalk is based on an orchestral commission by the Roald Dahl Foundation. The concert work, from which the schools' musical is derived is by Gergs Pelecis, and schools can use the extracts provided from the orchestral work to enhance their performances. To present a public performance of this musical you will need a performance licence. Simply email [email protected] or phone 01484 668 148 and request a Performance Licence Application Form.

Now a musical on Broadway and streaming on Netflix Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. She expects school to be different but there she has to face Miss Trunchbull, a kid-hating terror of a headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves and Matilda may be just the one to do it "Matilda will surely go straight to children's hearts." --The New York Times Book Review

A special deluxe hardback edition of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, perfect for Roald Dahl fans old and new. Charlie Bucket's life is about to change forever, thanks to one miraculous moment. Willy Wonka, chocolate maker extraordinaire, has hidden five golden tickets in five ordinary bars of chocolate, and any child who finds one will get the chance to visit his incredible factory. And Charlie has found one . . . With a chocolate river, delectable confectionery and mysterious Oompa Loompas, Mr Wonka's factory is the most wondrous place Charlie has ever seen. With brand new, full-colour illustrations by Armando Veve, readers will discover notes from Willy Wonka himself and souvenirs from his collection, including their very own Golden Ticket. Experience Charlie and the Chocolate Factory like never before... This edition uses the version of Roald Dahl's text that was published before the 2022 Puffin editions.

Discover ten new stories inspired by Roald Dahl's nastiest characters in this star-studded collection for readers aged 8-12. What happens when Miss Trunchbull is sent to Crackleback Camp to deal with a class full of LOATHSOME LEECHES? Have Boggis, Bunce and Bean FINALLY met their match in the unexpected new farmers, Bunty, Beau and Beryl? And have you heard the one about the even MORE enormous crocodile? With black and white illustrations by Rikin Parekh, this hilarious collection features 10 brand-new stories inspired by Roald Dahl's original stories and characters, with each storyteller taking on their favourite Roald Dahl villain. Enjoy stories from: Jenny Pearson (Matilda) Sam Hay (George's Marvellous Medicine) Sam Copeland (The Twits) Sharna Jackson (The Witches) Sara Pascoe (Fantastic Mr Fox) Humza Arshad and Henry White (The BFG) Alex T Smith (James and the Giant Peach) Kevin and Katie Tsang (Danny the Champion of the World) Swapna Haddow (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) Rosie Jones (The Enormous Crocodile)

Sköldpadda! Sköldpadda! Blir större! Herr Hoppig är en ensam stackare som förälskat sig i grannen fru Silver – men hon har bara ögon för sin älskade sköldpadda Alfie. För att imponera på henne kommer han därför på den geniala planen att lura henne med en trollformel som ska få Alfie att växa i rekordfart. Men det blir inte ett enkelt arbete för Herr Hoppig – som inte bara behöver samarbeta med 140 sköldpaddor utan också få dem att flyga. Roald Dahl är en av tidernas största historieberättare, författare till klassiker som Kalle och chokladfabriken, Matilda och SVJ. Hans böcker har lästs och älskats av flera generationer barn över hela världen, översatts till 63 språk och sålt i över 300 miljoner exemplar. Hans historier är ständigt aktuella på bioduken och på stora musikalscener, så som filmsuccén Wonka, Londonmusikalen Matilda och hösten 2025 lanserar Netflix storsatsningen Knölarna, en film baserad på Herr och fru Slusk. Förutom författare var han också hemlig spion, stridspilot, chokladhistoriker och medicinsk uppfinnare. Quentin Blake har tecknat bilderna i fler än 300 böcker, och hans unika stil har kommit att bli synonym med Roald Dahls berättelser. År 2013 adlades han för sina förtjänster som illustratör. I de nya utgåvorna har hans illustrationer kompletterats med textformatering som påminner om succéer som Dagbok för alla mina fans och Nikkis dagbok.

Fasaner och russin i en helgalen plan I en gammal husvagn bredvid den lilla bensinstationen bor Danny tillsammans med sin pappa. Och Danny har världens bästa pappa. Han hittar alltid på de roligaste historierna och skojigaste sakerna. Men en natt när Danny upptäckt att hans pappa smitit ut blir pappan tvungen att erkänna att han har en hemlighet. Det är en helt fantastisk hemlighet som han delar med både doktorn och kyrkoheden – i smyg för den elake och rike herr Hassel. Roald Dahl är en av tidernas största historieberättare, författare till klassiker som Kalle och chokladfabriken, Matilda och SVJ. Hans böcker har lästs och älskats av flera generationer barn över hela världen, översatts till 63 språk och sålt i över 300 miljoner exemplar. Hans historier är ständigt aktuella på bioduken och på stora musikalscener, så som filmsuccén Wonka, Londonmusikalen Matilda och hösten 2025 lanserar Netflix storsatsningen Knölarna, en film baserad på Herr och fru Slusk. Förutom författare var han också hemlig spion, stridspilot, chokladhistoriker och medicinsk uppfinnare. Quentin Blake har tecknat bilderna i fler än 300 böcker, och hans unika stil har kommit att bli synonym med Roald Dahls berättelser. År 2013 adlades han för sina förtjänster som illustratör. I de nya utgåvorna har hans illustrationer kompletterats med textformatering som påminner om succéer som Dagbok för alla mina fans och Nikkis dagbok.

Discover The Roald Dahl Clothbound Collection, a stunning hardback collection of Roald Dahl's most beloved titles. ‘Her witch stories, unlike most of the others, were not imaginary tales.' This is a story about REAL WITCHES. The Grand High Witch, leader of all the witches, has a plan to make each and every child disappear. That is, unless one boy and his grandmother can stop her... The Roald Dahl Clothbound Collection uses the versions of Dahl's books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions.

Discover The Roald Dahl Clothbound Collection, a stunning hardback collection of Roald Dahl's most beloved titles. 'We’re going to turn those terrible Twits UPSIDE DOWN!’ Mr and Mrs Twit are awful and foul and scheming and sly, always playing horrible tricks on each other. The Twits are so ghastly and evil that they even keep Muggle-Wump the monkey and his family captive in their garden. But not for much longer! The monkeys are planning to trick the terrible Twits so that they can escape and put a stop to the frightful pair once and for all! The Roald Dahl Clothbound Collection uses the versions of Dahl's books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions.