Tag Archives: Roald Dahl

Dog Loves Drawing by Louise Yates

Posted on March 15, 2013 by forwardtranslations

I’d never heard of this book or author until fils aîné was given it for his birthday, although Louise Yates won the Roald Dahl Funny Prize for her second book, Dog Loves Books, which was also nominated for the Kate … Continue reading →

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Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator, or Memory Plays Tricks

Posted on December 7, 2012 by forwardtranslations

Fils aîné has been reluctant to tackle chapter books, but after Roald Dahl day at his school, mari got to read him Fantastic Mr Fox and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. That was a success, so next he wanted Charlie … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Mr Dahl

Posted on September 28, 2012 by forwardtranslations

Fils cadet and I just got back from spending the morning at fils aîné‘s school where we were joining in with a reading café to celebrate 30 years of the BFG. The children were invited to dress as a favourite … Continue reading →

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