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James and the giant peach

by Roald Dahl

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

After losing his parents in a tragic accident, young James finds himself stuck with his cruel aunts until a magical peach grows to an enormous size. Inside this giant fruit, James discovers a quirky group of oversized insect friends, and together they embark on a thrilling journey full of surprises and wonder. Their adventure is filled with bravery, friendship, and the hope of a brighter future.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipAdventureFantasy World-BuildingComing of AgeFamily

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: high

Details

ISBN
9780142410363
Pages
146
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2007
Type
Fiction
Lexile
870L

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Fairy talesChristian BooksRoald DahlchildrenChildren'sKid'sTweensAdolescentJuvenileFictionLiteratureStoriesFantasyMakeBelieveBooksReadersChaptersChapter booksHumorHumorousBugsAntsInsectsPeachesMagicCrystalsFamilyBoysMeanAuntsLonelyLonelinessOpen Library Staff PicksTranslationsSpanishGermanCuentos de hadasHumorous storiesChildren's storiesJuvenile fictionOrphansPeachChildren's fictionFantasy fictionTranslations into SpanishEnglish fictionChildren's playsPlaysImaginationChildren's literatureSize and shape, fictionChildren's plays, English