These three extracts from Roald Dahl texts are read by Eniola Aluko, Bella Ramsey and Sir Michael Palin and can be used to encourage pupils to think about characterisation, conflict in storytelling and persuasive language in the most giganticus way!
These Roald Dahl extract readings are taken from ±«Óătv Teach's Roald Dahl Day Lesson.
Suitable for teaching English at KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and 2nd level in Scotland.
Watch again: Roald Dahl Day Lesson - The Power of Words. video
Watch our celebration of Roald Dahl Story Day with this special interactive lesson for pupils aged 7 to 11.
Roald Dahl's 'James and the Giant Peach' read by Bella Ramsey. video
Roald Dahl was a master at creating all sorts of characters, which is demonstrated in this reading where we are introduced to seven very different characters.
Sir Michael Palin reads an extract from 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' to demonstrate how we are able to use the power of words to persuade people and help them understand a point of view.
Roald Dahl's 'Matilda' read by Eniola Aluko. video
Eniola Aluko reads an extract from 'Matilda' to demonstrate conflict between characters, using a confrontation between Matilda and Miss Trunchbull as an example.
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