The BFG

What do our readers think of The BFG? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny characters, magical adventures, silly invented words and jokes, especially when the story is read aloud. Some children find the child-eating giants frightening, and a few find the BFG’s mixed-up language difficult to follow.

What does the Pageticker team say about The BFG?

We love this imaginative, funny adventure for its wonderfully inventive language, memorable characters and strong sense of wonder. Sophie and the BFG show how courage, kindness and clever thinking can overcome frightening dangers. The child-eating giants and occasional toilet humour may unsettle some younger or more sensitive children, but confident readers aged 8–12 are likely to relish the suspense and silliness.

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What is The BFG about?

When young Sophie is whisked away by the Big Friendly Giant, she soon discovers a world filled with both wonder and danger. Together, Sophie and the BFG devise a daring plan to stop the fearsome, child-eating giants who roam the night. Full of marvellous words and thrilling adventures, this story celebrates courage, friendship, and the magic of dreams.

About the author

Roald Dahl was a brilliant British author who wrote many fantastic stories for children. He is best known for books like 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'Matilda', and 'The BFG'. His stories are full of imagination, unusual characters, and exciting adventures that have delighted readers all around the world.

Discussion ideas around The BFG

Courage and cleverness: How does Sophie show bravery, and why is clever thinking just as important as physical strength in her adventure?

Friendship across differences: What helps Sophie and the BFG become friends even though they are very different from one another?

The power of words: How do the BFG’s mixed-up words and invented expressions change the way the story feels?

Good giants and bad giants: What makes a person seem frightening at first, and what can help us discover what they are really like?

Dreams and responsibility: If you could send a dream to someone who needed hope or courage, what would it be and why?