Fantasy
Ages 7–13
Easy reading level
232 pages
Matilda
by Roald Dahl
4.0
Reviewed by Zara MelwaniSpoiler-free summary
Matilda is a young girl who loves to get lost in books. Matilda's family, however, believes that books are a waste of time and is always making fun of her. When Matilda starts school, she is excited and thinks that things will be different. Instead, her headmistress, Ms. Trunchbull, is even worse. But Matilda isn't just a little girl. She is a genius, and she finds out that she may just have a way to defeat the Trunchbull.
Why we loved this book
- Inspiring
- Funny
- Zero to hero
Favorite quote
““Never do anything by halves if you want to get away with it. Be outrageous. Go the whole hog. Make sure everything you do is so completely crazy it’s unbelievable.” - Matilda Wormwood”
Final recommendation
This book is inspirational, funny, and a little mischievous. A great read for kids who love fun books that make you laugh.