Matilda

Author - Roald Dahl

Matilda tells the story of a brilliant young girl with extraordinary intelligence and telekinetic powers. Despite her neglectful and cruel parents, Matilda discovers her strengths and ultimately uses them to overcome adversity. The novel combines humor, magic, and important life lessons, making it a timeless favorite for children.

Genre - Children

Notes: Matilda

• • Matilda Wormwood is a very clever girl born into a family that doesn't appreciate her.
• • Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood, are loud, selfish, and think reading is a waste of time.
• • Matilda's father, Mr. Wormwood, is a dodgy car dealer who cheats his customers.
• • Her mother, Mrs. Wormwood, is obsessed with bingo and her looks.
• • Matilda's older brother, Michael, is just like his parents, not very bright.
• • Matilda finds solace and escape in reading books, even though her parents disapprove.
• • She secretly visits the local library and befriends the kind librarian, Mrs. Phelps.
• • Mrs. Phelps recognizes Matilda's exceptional intelligence and encourages her reading.
• • At school, Matilda is placed in a class with other children, but her teacher is different.
• • Her new teacher, Miss Honey, is gentle, loving, and immediately sees Matilda's brilliance.
• • Miss Honey is amazed by Matilda's advanced reading and understanding.
• • Miss Trunchbull, the headmistress, is a terrifying giant of a woman who hates children.
• • Miss Trunchbull is extremely strict and uses cruel punishments, like the "Chokey."
• • The Chokey is a narrow cupboard of nails that children are locked in for misbehavior.
• • Matilda witnesses Miss Trunchbull's cruelty firsthand when Bruce Bogtrotter is punished.
• • Bruce is forced to eat an entire chocolate cake as punishment for stealing a slice.
• • Matilda feels a strong sense of injustice about Miss Trunchbull's actions.
• • One day, Matilda overhears her father discussing a dishonest deal with his car customers.
• • Matilda decides to get revenge on her father for his dishonesty.
• • She uses her intelligence to play pranks on her father, like gluing his hat to his head.
• • Later, Matilda discovers she has a special power: telekinesis.
• • She can move objects with her mind when she is angry or feels strongly about something.
• • Miss Honey tells Matilda about her own sad past and her wicked aunt.
• • Miss Honey's aunt is none other than the terrifying Miss Trunchbull.
• • Miss Trunchbull stole Miss Honey's inheritance and forced her to live in poverty.
• • Miss Honey lives in a tiny cottage and is always worried about money.
• • Matilda decides to use her powers to help Miss Honey and get revenge on Miss Trunchbull.
• • During a school assembly, Miss Trunchbull is giving a particularly harsh speech.
• • Matilda uses her telekinesis to tip over a glass of water and make it spill on Miss Trunchbull.
• • Later, Matilda makes a chalk appear and, using her powers, writes a message on the blackboard.
• • The message is from the ghost of Miss Honey's father, accusing Miss Trunchbull of murder.
• • Miss Trunchbull is terrified and runs away from the school, scared of the "ghost."
• • The children are overjoyed and relieved that Miss Trunchbull is gone.
• • Miss Honey is now safe and no longer has to fear her aunt.
• • Miss Trunchbull's reign of terror is over.
• • Matilda's parents are involved in a police investigation because of Mr. Wormwood's cheating.
• • They are forced to flee the country to escape arrest.
• • Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood tell Matilda she must go with them.
• • Matilda doesn't want to go with them, as they don't understand or care about her.
• • Matilda asks Miss Honey if she can live with her instead.
• • Miss Honey agrees, and they become a happy family.
• • Matilda continues to learn and read at Miss Honey's home.
• • The school is a much happier place without Miss Trunchbull.
• • Matilda's powers are still a secret, but she uses them for good.
• • She uses her powers to help Miss Honey and make their lives better.
• • Matilda is finally in a place where she is loved and appreciated for who she is.
• • She enjoys her new life with Miss Honey, surrounded by books and learning.
• • The story ends with Matilda and Miss Honey living happily together.