Roald Dahl

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The Penguin books that shocked society

To celebrate of Penguin’s 90th birthday, we share the stories behind the books that pushed boundaries and sparked controversy, with help from Simon Prosser, Publishing Director for Penguin imprint Hamish Hamilton.

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Best-loved Roald Dahl tales

Matilda

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting message: you are not alone. Matilda is a brilliant child with a magical mind. But her parents have decided she's just a nuisance who wastes too much time on reading and stories. And her headmistress Miss Trunchbull is a terrible bully, who thinks children are rotten and awful and should be locked up. Now it's time for Matilda to find the power to change her story, and show them just how extraordinary children can be . . .

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Greetings to you, the lucky finder of this Gold Ticket from Mr Willy Wonka! Tremendous things are in store for you! 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 . . . But so have . . . Augustus Gloop - a glutton for chocolate Veruca Salt - a spoiled and selfish brat Violet Beauregarde - a repulsive gum-chewer Mike Teavee - a television fiend With a chocolate river, delectable confectionery and mysterious Oompa Loompas, Mr Wonka's factory is the most wondrous place Charlie has ever seen.

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Esio Trot

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Mr Hoppy really loves his neighbour Mrs Silver, and Mrs Silver really loves her tortoise, Alfie. Oh, if only Mr Hoppy could perform some great feat that would make him a hero in her eyes! Then one day an amazing idea rushes into his head. With the help of a magical spell, some cabbage leaves and one hundred and forty tortoises, can shy Mr Hoppy win Mrs Silver's heart?

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Fantastic Mr Fox

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

"On a hill above the valley there was a wood. In the wood there was a huge tree. Under the tree there was a hole. In the hole lived Mr Fox and Mrs Fox and their four Small Foxes. . . " Mr Fox is a very clever fox - every evening he creeps down into the valley and helps himself to food from the nearby farms. Chickens from Farmer Boggis, ducks and geese from Farmer Bunce, and turkeys from Farmer Bean. But now the farmers have had enough, and together they hatch a plan to get rid of Mr Fox for good! But what they don't know is Mr Fox has some help, and a fantastic escape plan of his own...

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James and the Giant Peach

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

"Bigger and bigger grew the peach, bigger and bigger and BIGGER." James Henry Trotter is about to go on the adventure of a lifetime. James lives his awful Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, two of the meanest people you can imagine. Life isn't much fun at all, until something peculiar happens at the bottom of his garden . . . A peach at the very top of a tree begins to grow . . . and grow . . . and GROW! Inside are seven very unusual insects - all waiting to take James on a magical journey.

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The BFG

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

"Human beans is not really believing in giants, is they? Human beans is not thinking we exist." One dark, silvery moonlit night, Sophie is snatched from her bed by a giant! Luckily it is the Big Friendly Giant (the BFG), who is no ordinary bone-crunching giant, but instead prefers snozzcumbers and frobscottle to children. But there are other giants in Giant Country. And those giants have a plan to gallop far and wide to find some tasty human beans to eat. Can Sophie and the BFG stop them?

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Danny the Champion of the World

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

"A stodgy parent is no fun at all. What a child wants and deserves is a parent who is sparky" Danny has the most marvellous and exciting father anyone ever had. He can repair any car or machine that people bring to him, loves going on adventures with Danny and tells him incredible stories around the stove in the cozy caravan they call home. The land around them belongs to Mr Hazell, a rich bully who NOBODY likes, not one-little bit. So, Danny and his father concoct a daring plot that will give Mr Hazell the greatest shock of his life. But can they pull off this level of mischief-making without getting caught...?

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The Magic Finger

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Every Saturday morning the Gregg family goes off to shoot animals and birds. But the girl who lives next door hates hunting. Now it's made her so angry she's PUT THE MAGIC FINGER ON THEM ALL. And very strange things have begun to happen . . .

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Billy and the Minpins (illustrated by Quentin Blake)

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Billy's mum says he must never go out through the garden gate and explore the dark forest beyond. So, one day, that's exactly what he does! There he meets the Minpins, tiny tree-dwelling people whose children are the size of matchsticks. They live in fear of the terrible, galloping GRUNCHER. Will it gobble Billy too - or can he find a way to defeat the hungry beast?

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George's Marvellous Medicine

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

"The rule would be this: whatever George saw, if it was runny or powdery or gooey, in it went . . ." George Kranky's grandma is a grouch. She's always mean to George (and not much nicer to his parents either). One day, when George is put in charge of giving Grandma her medicine, he wonders if he can come up with his own remedy to try and help Grandma become less of a grump. Using some rather unusual ingredients, George creates his magic medicine*. But will it stop his grandma from being so horrible . . . or will it shoot sparks out of the top of her head?! *WARNING: Do NOT try to make George's Marvellous Medicine yourselves at home. It is likely to be extremely dangerous.

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The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

"The Pelican spread his huge white wings and flew down on to the road beside me. 'Hop in,' he said, opening his enormous beak . . ." MEET BILLY. A kid with a dream. He wants to turn an old wooden house into an incredible sweetshop full of treats! AND MEET THE LADDERLESS WINDOW-CLEANING COMPANY: Monkey, Pelican (Pelly) and Giraffe (who needs ladders when you've got a giraffe?!). They have just landed a big break cleaning all six hundred and seventy-seven windows of the mansion owned by the richest man in all of England! All they need now is a little help from Billy. Can these unlikely new friends make Billy's wildest dreams come true and take him on an adventure he'll never forget . . .?

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The Enormous Crocodile

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

The Enormous Crocodile is planning what to have for his lunch. He's the greediest croc in the whole river, and he wants to eat something juicy and delicious. But what can the greedy grumptious brute guzzle up? Beware! He's looking for someone to feast upon... someone who looks a lot like YOU!

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Discover Roald Dahl

Children's reading lists

Where to start with Roald Dahl’s books

Discover the splendiferous world of Roald Dahl and meet his most famous characters, including Matilda Wormwood, Willy Wonka and The BFG.

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An illustration by Quentin Blake of The BFG holding Sophie in his hand

13 inspiring Roald Dahl quotes

Known as one of the world’s best storytellers, it’s no surprise that Roald Dahl has produced quite a number of inspiring quotes. We’ve collated our favourite wise words.

Children's quizzes

An illustration of Matilda by Quentin Blake on a light blue background, standing in the centre of the image holding a pile of books. Underneath her is the text 'I'm wondering what to read next'

Which Roald Dahl book should you read next?

Wondering what to read next, like Matilda? Well, lucky you, we’ve got a very handy quiz to help you choose. Answer the questions to find your next Roald Dahl read.

Children's reading lists

Where to start with Roald Dahl’s books

Discover the splendiferous world of Roald Dahl and meet his most famous characters, including Matilda Wormwood, Willy Wonka and The BFG.

Features

13 inspiring Roald Dahl quotes

Known as one of the world’s best storytellers, it’s no surprise that Roald Dahl has produced quite a number of inspiring quotes. We’ve collated our favourite wise words.

Children's quizzes

Which Roald Dahl book should you read next?

Wondering what to read next, like Matilda? Well, lucky you, we’ve got a very handy quiz to help you choose. Answer the questions to find your next Roald Dahl read.

The Roald Dahl Puffin collection

This collection of Roald Dahl’s most unforgettable stories introduces readers to some of fiction’s most iconic characters. These updated texts are aimed at young readers who may be reading independently for the first time. Shop 3 for £21 on the Penguin Shop.

Classic editions

The Witches

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

As far as children are concerned, a REAL WITCH is easily the most dangerous of all the living creatures on Earth. This beautiful edition of The Witches, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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The Magic Finger

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Last week, something very funny happened to the Gregg family. This beautiful edition of The Magic Finger, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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The Enormous Crocodile

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

‘I have secret plans and clever tricks.’ This beautiful edition of The Enormous Crocodile, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Going Solo

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

It was truly the most breathless and in a way the most exhilarating time I have ever had in my life. This beautiful edition of Going Solo, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Revolting Rhymes

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Ah-ha, you see, the plot grows thicker, And Cindy’s luck starts looking sicker. This beautiful edition of Revolting Rhymes, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

‘No book ever ends when it’s full of your friends.’ This beautiful edition of The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Boy

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

We all have our moments of brilliance and glory, and this was mine. This beautiful edition of Boy, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Billy and the Minpins

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it. This beautiful edition of Billy and the Minpins, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

‘Don’t you worry about a little thing like that!’ cried Mr Wonka. ‘My great glass elevator is ready for anything!’ This beautiful edition of Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Dirty Beasts

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Shh! Listen! What is that I hear Gallumphing softly up the stair? This beautiful edition of Dirty Beasts, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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George's Marvellous Medicine

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

What should it be, this whopping terrific exploding shocker for Grandma? This beautiful edition of George's Marvellous Medicine, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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The Twits

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Mr Twit was a twit. He was born a twit. And, now at the age of sixty, he was a bigger twit than ever. This beautiful edition of The Twits, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

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Roald Dahl activity books

Roald Dahl's Big Official Sticker Book

Brimming with character profiles, fun facts, story quotes and puzzles galore, this is the jam-packed sticker book that no Roald Dahl fan should be without. With appearances from Matilda, Willy Wonka, Mr Fox and all your other favourites, it's the perfect companion to Roald Dahl's wonderful world of incredible stories.

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Roald Dahl's Marvellous Colouring-Book Adventure

Roald Dahl (Author)

Willy Wonka's chocolate factory, Charlie's glorious golden ticket, the BFG's magical dream jars and many other classic Roald Dahl scenes are all inside this beautiful, intricately illustrated colouring book. With 45 stunning images to complete, all based around Dahl's most beloved stories, this exquisite colouring book is perfect for all Roald Dahl's fans. Suitable for children.

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Marvellously Revolting Recipes

Roald Dahl (Author)

'I've eaten many strange and scrumptious dishes in my time . . .' So spoke the Grasshopper as, in James and the Giant Peach, he told us about the most incredible food he'd eaten - some of which you wouldn't even believe were real! Mice with rice, earwigs cooked in slime, fresh dragon's flesh and curried slugs and much much more. Now YOU can create the most amazing food from the world of Roald Dahl in this incredible new recipe book, inspired by stories such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Giraffe the Pelly and Me, and Danny Champion of the World. With easy step-by-step guides to making the most marvellous (and most revolting) recipes, and hints and tips for budding young chefs, this book will give you everything you need to cook amazing dishes. Each recipe will be beautifully illustrated by a host of amazing artists.

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Roald Dahl's Marvellous Joke Book

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Which famous writer goes best with a hot dog? Roll Dahl of course! Jokes, limericks, riddles, Knock knock and Doctor, doctor! Here is a perfect joke book for young children, specially themed around Roald Dahl's best-loved characters, such as Charlie, George, The BFG, Matilda, James and many more. Roald Dahl was always full of fun and mischief and loved all kinds of jokes - the sillier the better! From chocolate-covered chickens to grizzly grouchy grandmas to the disgusting Twits this marvellous collection has over 400 jokes, and includes Roald Dahl's very own, extremely silly 'Knock, knock' jokes - guaranteed to keep his fans amused for hours. Illustrated throughout by the inimitable Quentin Blake.

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Where's Wonka?: A Search-and-Find Book

Roald Dahl (Author) , Wren McDonald (Illustrator)

Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory is opening at last, and only five lucky children will be allowed inside! But now you have the amazing chance to explore the factory in this incredible book, and you've been tasked with finding all your favourite characters from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. From the Factory Gate to the Boiled Sweet Room, you'll be looking for everything from golden tickets to toffee apple trees, scrumptious sweets such as rainbow drops, to the weird and wonderful that walk the factory floors (a cow in a wig anyone?). So join Charlie and Grandpa on this amazing puzzling adventure. With full-colour illustrations, and twelve amazing factory rooms to explore, this is a Search and Find book like no other.

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The Roald Dahl Quiz Book

Richard Maher (Author) , Sylvia Bond (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Guaranteed to challenge, delight and amuse Dahl enthusiasts everywhere. Here are over 300 questions and answers based on six of Dahl's best-loved titles: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, George's Marvellous Medicine, Fantastic Mr Fox, Esio Trot, The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me and Matilda. With Quentin Blake's illustrations throughout. Fascinating facts about Roald Dahl and his world.

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Songs and Verse

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Think of your favourite Roald Dahl moment and surely a song or verse cannot be far away... SONGS AND VERSE has seven sections bursting with rhymes about monsters, gruesome children, magical creatures, ghastly adults as well as a few unusual surprises. From the strange and scrumptious dishes enjoyed by James's Centipede to George and his marvellous medicine, and from greedy Augustus Gloop to the Giraffe and the Pelly and Me there are many classics here together with some previously unpublished treats. With a foreword and opening illustrations by Quentin Blake, and illustrations throughout from other award-winning artists such as Babette Cole, Lauren Child, Chris Riddell, Alel Scheffler and Tony Ross, you will find a touch of magic on every page.

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Roald Dahl: Marvellous Magnet Book

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

What will you choose to feed the hungry tortoises? Who will you invite to a party on a fantastic peach? Choose your magnets to let the mischief begin! With five different scenes and twelve marvellous magnets this interactive activity book is perfect for chiddlers aged three years and up. Packed with anarchy and limitless storytelling opportunities this is the perfect introduction to the wonderful world of Roald Dahl. Look out for more brilliant books for titchy toddlers: Roald Dahl: Birthday Bonanza Roald Dahl: Revolting Things to Touch and Feel

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The Roald Dahl classic collection

Including fifteen novels, three poetry books and two autobiographical works, this series reinstates the author's classic texts in beautiful new collectors’ editions featuring Quentin Blake’s iconic illustrations. Shop 3 for £21 on the Penguin Shop.

Learn with Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl: First 100 Words

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Have fun learning first words with your favourite Dahl characters in this big, bold board book! Chiddlers will have splendiferous fun learning their first words with the help of this sturdy, colourful board book. Look under the flaps to find your favourite characters and some extra gobblefunking words invented by Roald Dahl himself! Look out for more marvellous board books for titchy toddlers: Roald Dahl: Words Roald Dahl: Shapes Roald Dahl: Colours Roald Dahl: ABC Roald Dahl: 123 Roald Dahl: Opposites Roald Dahl: Animal Sounds Roald Dahl: Lift-the-flap Hide and Seek Roald Dahl: Trick or Treat

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Roald Dahl: A Phizz-Whizzing 123 Finger Trail Book

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Have fun learning very first numbers with your favourite Dahl characters in this interactive board book! From one rotsome beard to five grubby toes, chiddlers can follow the finger trails to form first numbers and have phizz-whizzing counting FUN! Look out for more marvellous board books for titchy toddlers: Roald Dahl: ABC Roald Dahl: Shapes Roald Dahl: Opposites Roald Dahl: Lift-the-flap Hide and Seek Roald Dahl: First 100 Words

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Roald Dahl: Shapes

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A big round sun, a whirling swirling kite and . . . . . . sharp, pointy teeth! Spot the shapes with Roald Dahl, in this sturdy board book with flaps - perfect for little hands to hold!

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Roald Dahl's ABC

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A is for . . . Anteater B is for . . . Books C is for . . . Crocodile D is for . . .Delicious! Learn your ABC in the gloriumptious world of Roald Dahl! This sturdy board book is perfect for little hands. Look out for Roald Dahl's Colours too!

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Roald Dahl's Colours

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Learn your colours with the Enormous Crocodile! This sturdy board book is the perfect introduction to the world of Roald Dahl - and is just right for little hands. Look out for Roald Dahl's ABC too!

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Roald Dahl's Opposites

Roald Dahl (Author) , Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Day and Night, Big and Small, Hungry and Full - learn your opposites with the Enormous Crocodile! With lots of flaps for busy little hands, this sturdy board book is the perfect introduction to the world of Roald Dahl. Look out for Roald Dahl's 1 2 3 too!

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Books by Roald Dahl

Series by Roald Dahl

How to be a Writer3 Books

Penguin Readers Roald Dahl15 Books

Roald Dahl5 Books

Roald Dahl’s Words for…2 Books

The Roald Dahl Classic Collection20 Books

The Roald Dahl Series17 Books

Articles featuring Roald Dahl

The Penguin books that shocked society

The Penguin books that inspired generations of young readers

13 of the best poetry books for children

Best fictional schools in kid’s literature

Discover Roald Dahl

Where to start with Roald Dahl’s books

13 inspiring Roald Dahl quotes

Which Roald Dahl book should you read next?

The Roald Dahl Puffin collection

The Roald Dahl classic collection

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