Matilda

This exceptionally smart little girl discovers that she also has some magical powers. Can she use them to stop Headmistress Trunchbull from terrorizing the school?

By: Roald Dahl

Discovery Questions

The children in Matilda’s school were terrified of the Trunchbull. When have you been terrified of something? Write about it. Share your story with an adult.
Matilda has a sort of magical ability. Think of another story where someone has extra-ordinary abilities. Use a Venn diagram. How are they like Matilda? How are they different? Share your diagram with a parent.
Mr. Wormwood says that no one ever got rich by being honest. Discuss this with three different adults you know. Share what you find with a parent or guardian.
The Trunchbull left town. She hates children, and should not be working at a school. Where does she go? What does she do? Write that story. Don’t forget to draw and color the pictures. Share your story with an adult.

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