Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is perhaps Roald Dahl’s best-known story. The story of Charlie Bucket, the five Golden Tickets, the Oompa-Loompas and the amazing Mr Willy Wonka has become firmly embedded in our culture since it was first published in 1964. It’s a vividly told wild ride with amusing, cartoon-like sketches that will keep kids excited and laughing. Various forms of bad behaviour are demonstrated – but the punishments perfectly fit the crimes. | roalddahl.com & commonsensemedia.org

Reading Aloud Age: 6+

Reading Age: 9+