Roald Dahl Centenary

Posted by Speakeasy News > Wednesday 27 July 2016 > Ready to Use


This A1+-level article will introduce your pupils to one of the most famous children’s storytellers. Some of them may already be familiar with his stories, and the recent release of Spielberg’s BFG will have drawn attention to one of his most endearing characters.

Vocabulary and structures:

  • Dates
  • Simple present and simple past
  • Building words

Going Further
For more on Roald Dahl, you can find three graduated articles on Roald Dahl's life and work (A1+, A2 and B1) in the Banque de ressources anglais cycle 4. They are accompanied by interactive comprehension activities, audio versions, and suggestions for EPI projects. To see the articles, register now or log in. Then go to: Articles > A1+, A2, B1 > Culture et création artistiques > "Marvellous Roald Dahl"



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