G3–5 Classic Children’s Literature Deep Reading: The BFG

Course Overview The BFG by Roald Dahl is a beloved children’s classic that combines humor, imagination, and heart. In this deep reading course designed for students in Grades 3–5, readers will explore the magical friendship between Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant, while building key skills in reading comprehension, literary analysis, and creative expression. Through guided reading, vocabulary support, and discussion, students will engage with the text on a deeper level—learning how to analyze characters, themes, and author’s craft, all while having fun with Dahl’s signature wordplay and whimsical storytelling. Why Choose This Course The BFG is more than just a fun fantasy—it introduces themes of kindness, courage, and standing up to injustice. This course will help students: Strengthen reading comprehension and close reading strategies Build critical thinking through character and theme analysis Expand vocabulary and appreciate Roald Dahl’s creative language Practice creative writing inspired by the story’s world and characters What Students Will Learn Character Exploration: Understand the personalities of Sophie, the BFG, and the other giants Thematic Study: Friendship, bravery, good vs. evil, and standing up for others Literary Tools: Playful language, figurative speech, and invented words (gobblefunk) Writing Practice: Dream descriptions, journal entries, and story extensions Who This Course Is For Students in Grades 3–5 who enjoy fantasy, humor, and magical adventures Young readers looking to improve comprehension and writing in a fun way Families seeking a joyful, skill-building literature program full of creativity Course Highlights Guided chapter reading with vocabulary and discussion questions Group conversations to build confidence and interpretation skills Creative activities like designing dreams or new “gobblefunk” words Final project to create an illustrated story or dream inspired by the book