What should I read if I like Matilda?

Funny, anarchic and with kids as the heroes, they are the perfect follow on from Matilda.

  • Demon Dentist – David Walliams.
  • Gangsta Granny – David Walliams.
  • Mr Stink – David Walliams.
  • The Worst Witch – Jill Murphy.
  • Pippi Longstocking – Astrid Lindgren & Tony Ross.
  • Charlotte’s Web – E. B. White.
  • Rose – Holly Webb.

What should I read after Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?

Cooking and Baking Fiction & Chapter Books

  • Berk, Sheryl. Recipe for Trouble.
  • Dahl, Roald. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
  • De Laurentiis, Giada. Naples!
  • Dunbar, Fiona. The Truth Cookie.
  • Elish, Dan. The Worldwide Dessert Contest.
  • Graff, Lisa. A Tangle of Knots.
  • Hannigan, Kate. Cupcake Cousins.
  • Harper, Charise.

Who writes like Enid Blyton?

If you like Blyton, our guide to other great authors

  • Caldecott, Elen. Recommended reads: Diamonds and Daggers (book 1 of 5 in the Marsh Road Mysteries) and The Mystery of Wickworth Manor which is a stand-alone title.
  • Day, Susie.
  • Gegan, Phyllis.
  • McGregor, R. J.
  • Moss, Helen.
  • Norton, Mary.
  • Pollock, Mary.
  • Saville, Malcolm.

What books are like David Walliams?

Best books for David Walliams fans!

  • The Parent Agency by David Baddiel.
  • Superhero Street by Phil Earle.
  • My Brother is a Superhero by David Solomons.
  • Esio Trot by Roald Dahl.
  • Sputnik’s Guide to Life on Earth by Frank Cottrell Boyce.
  • Millions by Frank Cottrell Boyce.
  • The Person Controller by David Baddiel.
  • Matilda by Roald Dahl.

What should I read after Roald Dahl?

If You Like Roald Dahl…

  • The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Aiken, Joan.
  • A House Called Awful End (Eddie Dickens Trilogy) by Ardagh, Philip.
  • Mr.
  • The Search for Delicious by Babbitt, Natalie.
  • Flat Stanley (series) by Brown, Jeff.
  • The Enormous Egg by Butterworth, Oliver.
  • Fortunately, the Milk by Gaiman, Neil.

Which Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is more like the book?

Tim Burton’s Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Is More Faithful To The Book. As mentioned above, Willy Wonka added many scenes from the book, of which some were changed for narrative and visual purposes, but in the end, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is more faithful to the book.

Why do kids love Roald Dahl?

Described by many as one of the greatest storytellers for children of the 20th century, Roald Dahl is often celebrated for his un-patronising style of writing, speaking to children as worldly and aware and offering them stories in which children triumph over the villainous adults.

What should I read after Malory Towers?

If the likes of Malory Towers and The Naughtiest Girl in School are your bag, @_ccroberts recommended the Chalet School books and Ballet Shoes, while @MatthewElsmlie recommended Gordon Korman’s Macdonald Hall series (and ‘Harry Potter if you haven’t already read it!’)

Is Secret Seven or famous five better?

Secret Seven has dated more (look at the names-Colin, Janet, Pam, Barbara etc.) and imo isn’t that much easier to read than the Famous Five. Because there are more in the SS they are harder to keep track of and the characters aren’t very distinct.

Why do kids love David Walliams books?

One of the best things about Walliams books is undoubtedly their strong voice. Fun and easy to read, you can’t help but get drawn into the story. Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid books are narrated by Greg Heffley as he deals with the struggles of school and his embarrassing family.