Matilda

Danny, the Champion of the World: Guide

Roald Dahl Day, 13 Sep

A film guide that looks at Danny, the Champion of the World (1989), exploring its key topics and themes through...

Suitable for 7–14

1 pdf

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul

A film guide that looks at Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (2017), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for 5–11

1 ppt

James and the Giant Peach: Film Guide

Roald Dahl Day, 13 Sep

A film guide that looks at James and the Giant Peach (1996), exploring its key topics and themes through informal...

Suitable for 5–11

1 pdf

Matilda: Film Guide

Roald Dahl Day, 13 Sep

A film guide that looks at Matilda (1996), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for 7–11

1 pdf

Max Minsky and Me: Film Guide

European Day of Languages, 26 Sep

A film guide that looks at Max Minsky and Me (2007), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for 7–11

1 pdf

Must See Movies: Kids Rule!

Empower your students and show them why kids rule in the selection of films from Must See Movies Before You Grow Up list!

Suitable for 5–11

1 ppt

1 pdf

Roald Dahl on Film

Roald Dahl Day, 13 Sep

Delve into the magical world of Roald Dahl with this cross-curricular resource which looks at some of his most...

Suitable for 5–11

6 ppt

3 pdf

Wonder: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Wonder (2017), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for All ages

1 ppt

Words Can Hurt strand resource

Activities to support engagement, debate and reflection alongside a screening from the Words Can Hurt strand.

Suitable for All ages

2 pdf

1 ppt

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Our Film of the Month winner for July is 'The Magic Pencil', a charming tale produced by pupils at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Leeds.

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Bringing The BFG and the worlds of Roald Dahl to life

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We take a look at the many challenges - both technical and human - involved in bringing The BFG and Roald Dahl's other worlds to life on screen.

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Into Film Recommends: Roald Dahl

14 Sep 2016 in Into Film Recommends Podcasts

A podcast for film club leaders, recorded by our team of Film Programmers. This time, Elinor and Joe discuss the wondrous worlds of Roald Dahl.

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International Women's Day

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