Book Resume
for Danny the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake
Professional book information and credentials for Danny the Champion of the World.
- School Library Journal:
- Grades 4 - 7
- TeachingBooks:*
- Grades 1-8
- Word Count:
- 40,084
- Lexile Level:
- 770L
- ATOS Reading Level:
- 4.7
- Genre:
- Science Fiction / Fantasy
- Year Published:
- 1975
5 Subject Headings
The following 5 subject headings were determined by the U.S. Library of Congress and the Book Industry Study Group (BISAC) to reveal themes from the content of this book (Danny the Champion of the World).
1 Full Professional Review
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From School Library Journal
January 1, 2014
Gr 4-7-Danny is an English boy with a life any child would envy. He lives in a Gypsy caravan with his father who tells him wild bedtime adventures every night and trains him as an apprentice in his car mechanic shop during the day. Then one night, Danny learns of a secret his father has kept hidden from him for many years. This secret involves Mr. Victor Hazell, a despised local businessman and, and a flock of well-fed pheasants. Danny and his father hatch a plan to humiliate the overbearing and obnoxious Mr. Hazell, but will their plan be smart enough to outfox the cunning owner of Hazell Woods? This is a story about an ordinary boy having an extraordinary adventure. The narrator, Peter Serafinowicz, provides a superb listening experience. Serafinowicz enthralls the reader in the simple yet magical way of excellent storytelling. Listeners will be immediately drawn into the tale, forming an intimate connection with both Danny and his father, making them feel as though they are actually sitting in the cozy confines of the Gypsy vardo beneath the warm glow of the burning kerosene lamp.-"Jennifer Mann, Cromaine District Library, MI"
Copyright 2014 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
2 Selections for State & Provincial Recommended Reading Lists
Danny the Champion of the World was selected by educational and library professionals to be included on the following state/provincial reading lists.
Australia Lists (1)
Northern Territory
- Northern Territory Chief Minister's Reading Challenge, 2024, Year 3 to Year 4
United States Lists (1)
New York
- Teen 3 Apples Book Award, 2012
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