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James and the Giant Peach: Film Guide

James and the Giant Peach
James and the Giant Peach
James and the Giant Peach © DISNEY ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Ages

5–11

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

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Roald Dahl Day
13 September

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A film guide that looks at James and the Giant Peach (1997), which sees James - stuck with his evil aunts - create a magical, enormous peach. Befriending the charming insects inside, he attempts an escape.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including English, Literacy, PSHE Education and Science in addition to highlighting themes surrounding anti-bullying, family, friendships, Roald Dahl, storytelling, authors and characters, books and plays, travel and exploration, and bugs.

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