James and the Giant Peach

Roald Dahl

James and the Giant Peach, by Roald Dahl, is hilarious, fantastical, and magical. When James, the main character, accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree, strange things start to happen. The peach at the top of the tree begins to grow, and before long it's as big as a house. When James discovers a secret entrance way into the fruit and crawls inside, he meets wonderful new friends. The old, green Grasshopper, the dainty Ladybug, and the Centipede of the multiple boots. After years of feeling like an outsider in his aunts' house, James finally found a place where he belongs. With a snip of the stem, the peach household starts rolling away. That’s when Jame’s adventure starts! The story takes a fantastical path and turns imagination into reality.

James and the Giant Peach is a great children's story. It helps show the different types of family, love and support one can get. So many fun things come from here, it's a must read for all kids. The book was full of fun, excitement, and magic. Every detail comes alive. The story is smooth and full of laughter. The book is imaginative and lets kids open their eyes in a new way.

Grade Level:

- Suggested: 3rd-6th

- Advanced: 2nd

- Genre: Fiction

- Key Elements: Peach, adventure, bugs, insects

- Possible Themes: Dream as big as you want to be

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Happy Reading!

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