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2 Oh, there‘s so many, tagged book, Old School by Tobias Wolf, Malory Towers, Gentlemen and Player, by Joanne Harris, In Memoriam, by Alice Winn, The Chalet school series, Skippy Dies by Paul Murray, I‘m sure I‘m forgetting others. I love a novel set in a school, especially an old English public school.

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“Life is tough, and the sooner you learn how to cope with it the better for you.”

This was such a fun book to listen to on audio as Dan Stevens did a fantastic job narrating and bringing the cast of characters from Dahl‘s boyhood to life. This book consisted of vignettes from Dahl‘s childhood and it was neat to see where he got some inspiration for his many stories.

Roald Dahl‘s childhood memoir, Boy, is one of those books that it feels like I‘ve been meaning to read FOREVER.

Here goes!

#SlightlyFoxed

I don't know whether Dahl had an interesting childhood that sparked his imagination and creativity, or whether his imagination and creativity is what made the story of his childhood interesting. Either way, fun "biographical" book.

I enjoyed this autobiography of the childhood years of Roald Dahl and will be reading the continuation,Solo.
Although the tone does suggest that it was written for kids, I don't think the contents are really children appropriate.There's a lot of corporal punishment in the schools,an accident that almost leaves him without nose and a surgery that are very graphically explained.My nephews said they enjoy it anyway but they "don't like the teachers"

Loved these funny stories. Amusing situations well told.

A glimpse into Roald Dahl‘s life as a Boy clearly shows the inspiration for such favorites as Matilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. As a narrator, Dan Stevens often makes you forget it‘s not Dahl himself narrating during this brief 3 hour jaunt into his childhood world. #OverBookedClub #MonthofMemoirs

Next up in audio: The Tragedy of Brady Sims by Ernest J Gaines

Current #audiocommute for #MonthofMemoirs

Lol.
I ♡ Roald Dahl
#RoaldDahl

3/50 #goodreadsreadingchallenge2020

I LOVE Slightly Foxed day!
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Just finished this charming little book! :)

Boy: Tales of Childhood is a (B) autobiography by Roald Dahl about his experiences growing up. I think this book would be great for an author study (AS) because it really helps you get to know Dahl and how his (funny and endearing) experiences shaped him and led him to write all of the books we know and love. Strangely enough, out of all the books of his I read as a child, this one about himself was my favorite! #LAE3414sp19

Roald Dahl is a writer that I particularly like, so it was a pleasure to get to know him better through these childhood memories.

“If a child picks up a book, and likes it, that‘s not the end of it, you know. It‘s read at least four or five, sometimes fifteen times... and each time — it‘s got to stand up to that.” https://www.facebook.com/BBCArchive/videos/474625489577153/
I hated to learn that he was not the man of integrity I wanted him to be, and feel like, at least if I acknowledge the problems, I can appreciate the benefits. Matilda was so important to me as a child.

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Dan Stevens reading stories from Roald Dahl's childhood is my new favorite thing.

20 | #HeatOfJuly #TheBoyIsMine

One Dahl I have yet to read - his autobiographical account of his childhood

Boy by Roald Dahl is a B that is a great novel for students because it demonstrates what a biography is. This book could be a great CR book for the classroom. The following website is run but his fans and has great resources and lesson plans for all his books, including Boy: https://www.roalddahlfans.com/students-teachers/teacher-ideas/boy-tales-of-child.... UDL: 9.3- develop self-assessment and reflection,

Boy: Tales of Childhood is a biographical novel written by Roald Dahl. This book could be used for AS and IR. Boy: Tales of Childhood details the life of Roald Dahl by beginning with his family‘s ancestry all the way until his first job as an adult. This novel brings together Dahl‘s life in the changing British 1920‘s and 30‘s, and sheds a light on the living conditions in Britain during that time. #ucflae3414f17

Boy, If you're lucky
summer by summer
I'll give you the sun. #spinepoetry #riotgrams

Well, who wants to eat Liquorice Bootlaces anyway? Roald Dahl, apparently. 😏
#sweet #junebookbugs

So in June I am working at my part-time job, doing an internship, and taking a 5-week course. Thus, my time to read for fun this month is limited. But I ride the bus to my internship so I can read during that time. I wanted something easy, so I picked up this 175-page autobiography. I love it--funny and interesting! My work actually has an extended edition so I plan to check out and read the extra chapters of it when I finish this edition.

I'm catching up on a few missed posts for #feistyfeb! These are my books with #boyinthetitle. After I took the pic, I realized I should have included The Horse and His Boy! Oh well. China Boy, a semi-autobiographical novel, has been on my #TBR since the author spoke at the graduation ceremony for my publishing program... nearly 14 years ago. One of these days...

#feistyfeb #boyinthetitle @RealLifeReading I didn't sticker the cover!

#day23 #feistyfeb #boyinthetitle I've read all his children's books, but this memoir in stories is on the TBR...Love Roald Dahl...💕💕

A wonderful insight into the memories and mind of our greatest storyteller. With a lot more gore and brutality than you'd expect - which would explain a lot! #RoaldDahl #memoirs #childrensstories

Just wanted to share this fun photo I took this morning for my library's Instagram. This also works perfectly for the favorite classics prompt. My favorite Dahl book is The Witches, not pictured because some cool kid already had it checked out. Happy 100th to the late, great Roald Dahl!
#somethingforsept #septphotochallenge #roalddahl100 #roalddahlday

Charming tales from Dahl's about this most interesting man. He led a full life. Some of my favorite thoughts of his reflect on the difficult life as a writer towards the end of the book. Look forward to reading more from his middle years.

Just started for kids' bedtime story. Teaching them autobiography.