Matilda, by Roald Dahl

(Paperback, 240 pages, first published in 1988)

The classic story from Roald Dahl, about an exceptional young girl with extraordinary powers. 

Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. She expects school to be different but there she has to face Miss Trunchbull, a menacing, kid-hating headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves and Matilda may be just the one to do it!

Here is Roald Dahl's original novel of a little girl with extraordinary powers. This much-loved story has recently been made into a wonderful new musical, adapted by Dennis Kelly with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin

Cautions: Matilda has mysterious powers. The headmistress of the school, Mrs. Trunchbull, is cruel and bullying. Matilda's parents are cruel as well, and call her and each other all sorts of names. PluggedIn notes, "A-- is used once." Read the full PluggedIn review here.

Recommended Age: 7+