Product Description
by Roald Dahl (Author), Quentin Blake (Illustrator)
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG, and Matilda comes a children's classic that has captured young readers' imaginations for generations--now featuring a peach-scented scratch-and-sniff cover!
"James and the Giant Peach remains a favorite among kids and parents alike . . . thanks to its vivid imagery, vibrant characters and forthright exploration of mature themes like death and hope."--Time (100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time) After James Henry Trotter's parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun, until James accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree and 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. Inside, James meets a bunch of oversized friends--Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybug, and more. With a snip of the stem, the peach starts rolling away, and the great adventure begins! Teeming with imagination, humor, and friendship, this "peachy" scented edition of James and the Giant Peach is sure to bring readers along for the ride!Author Biography
Roald Dahl was a spy, ace fighter-pilot, chocolate historian and medical inventor. He was also the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG and many more brilliant stories. He remains the World's No.1 storyteller.
Number of Pages: 176
Dimensions: 0.5 x 7.9 x 5.2 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: April 10, 2018
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: James and the Giant Peach
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 4.8
Point Value: 4
