Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Matilda, a Level 4 Reader, is A2+ in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing more complex uses of present perfect simple, passives, phrasal verbs and simple relative clauses. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly.
Matilda's parents do not understand her. Why does Matilda love to read and learn? Why doesn't she want to watch TV? Matilda is a very special little girl. At her new school, Matilda meets the frightening teacher Miss Trunchbull, who is very unkind to the children. But Matilda has a clever plan.
Frequently asked questions
Is Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes cartoonish violence as Matilda avenges adult wrongdoings using her intelligence. While physical abuse is mentioned, it is framed within a fantastical context, making it less severe. The character Miss Trunchbull is described as a frightening figure who instills fear in students, contributing to a scary atmosphere in the school setting.
Does Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) have violence?
The narrative includes cartoonish violence as Matilda avenges adult wrongdoings using her intelligence. While physical abuse is mentioned, it is framed within a fantastical context, making it less severe.
Does Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) have scary content?
The character Miss Trunchbull is described as a frightening figure who instills fear in students, contributing to a scary atmosphere in the school setting.
Does Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) have religious themes?
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Does Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) have profanity?
There is a mention of mild profanity, including one use of 'hell' and 'oh my God' as an exclamation, along with some fake profanity used humorously.
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Does Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda (ELT Graded Reader) have gender roles?
The story features a young girl, Matilda, who is portrayed as intelligent and independent, contrasting with her neglectful and traditional parents. This framing suggests a critique of traditional gender roles.
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