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Fantastic Mr. Fox: Film Guide

Fantastic Mr Fox
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Ages

8–12

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

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Roald Dahl Day
13 September

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A film guide that looks at Fantastic Mr Fox (2009), a stop-motion animation version of Roald Dahl's woodland tale that combines a beautiful old-fashioned aesthetic with Wes Anderson's trademark dialogue.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including English, Art & Design and PSHE Education in addition to highlighting themes surrounding Roald Dahl, family, animals, and rural life.

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  • Art and Design
  • English
  • PSHE Education

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