Boy

I think this is going to be great when we finally get t discuss our books with students in Australia. The coolest thing being that they are in Australia. I also like the fact that they can give me their reactions to the books from a young persons standpoint. Since I am not a teacher it is hard for me to really relate to the kids I think but I guess it hasn't been too long since I was that age. I would love to have those days back! I don't think Boy is the greatest Dhal book I have ever read but it really allows readers to see the inspirations for some of his great works such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and James and the Giant Peach. I wish I were a children's book writer.