It's been literally decades since I read anything by Roald Dahl. I definitely didn't retain that his writing could be way weird (and slightly dated). I love the movie and my mom's had this copy sitting on her shelf forever. It was quick and easy to read, with some interesting differences between book and movie, (like, there's no rhino. The cloud men?? And how Aunt Sponge and spiker actually just DIE when the peach "escapes" and rolls over them?? And Ladybug MARRIES a firefighter? Lol??? I also had no idea Lane Smith's illustrations were used for the character designs in the movie. Overall I think I like the movie more than the book, but I'm glad I finally read it. ( )

Independent Reading Level: Grades 3-7
Awards: Massachusetts Childrens Award 1982

This SciFi book can be a good introduction to bigger chapter books which can teach reading and comprehension skills. This books tells the story of James going through the hardship of living with his mean, abusive aunts. He soon finds life long friendship in a magical peach. I would recommend this book to early middle school grades as a beginning chapter book.

this is a classic by roald dahl. this was one of my favorites when i was growing up, and i also loved the movie based on this book. i remember checking this book out from my school's library and never giving it back. roald dahl books are filled with so much fantasy, fun, and adventure. ( )

Such a fun book. I loved the darkness of it as well as the fantastical elements. ( )