The Twits

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

Children often find the book very funny, especially its disgusting jokes, outrageous tricks and the animals’ clever escape. Some children also feel that the cruelty, frightening moments and revolting descriptions are too much.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Twits?

We love this book’s outrageous humour, wonderfully revolting details and Quentin Blake’s lively illustrations. Mr and Mrs Twit are truly unpleasant, while the monkeys’ clever plan creates a satisfying story about standing up to cruelty and using your wits. This is a brilliant choice for children who enjoy gross-out comedy and mischievous characters, although some readers may find the animal cruelty, nasty tricks and darker moments unsettling.

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What is The Twits about?

Mr and Mrs Twit are a truly horrid pair who love playing nasty tricks on each other - and on everyone else! They even keep poor Muggle-Wump the monkey and his family locked up in their garden. But the clever monkeys have a plan to escape and outwit the Twits once and for all. Will their clever tricks succeed and bring an end to the Twits’ wicked ways?

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 Twits

Cleverness and courage: How do Muggle-Wump and the other animals use clever ideas to challenge the Twits, and what makes their plan work?

Kindness and cruelty: What do the Twits’ actions show about the way they treat other living things, and how could their behaviour be changed?

Funny or too far?: Which tricks and disgusting details are funniest in the story, and are there any that feel too nasty or upsetting?

Thoughts and appearances: The story links ugly thoughts with an unpleasant appearance. What do you think really makes someone ‘ugly’ on the inside?

Fairness and consequences: Why is it satisfying when the Twits face the results of their behaviour, and what kinds of consequences seem fair in real life?