If you loved following James on his journey to reach the giant peach’s destination, you’ll be swept away by Milo’s quest through the fantastical lands beyond the mysterious tollbooth. Both stories feature young heroes embarking on whimsical, high-stakes missions that transform the way they see the world.

If you delighted in the quirky, loyal group of giant insect companions James meets inside the peach, you’ll adore the heartwarming camaraderie between Wilbur, Charlotte, and the barnyard animals. Both books celebrate friendship and teamwork among a memorable ensemble of characters.

If Roald Dahl’s clever wit and playful language made you laugh in James and the Giant Peach, you’ll find even more delightful humor in Matilda. Matilda’s pranks on the villainous Trunchbull and her sharp observations will keep you grinning from start to finish.

If you were moved by James’s transformation from a lonely boy into a confident leader, you’ll be touched by Edward Tulane’s evolution from a vain china rabbit into a compassionate friend through his own set of extraordinary travels.

If you were enchanted by the peach’s magical growth and the fantastical events in James’s story, Ella Enchanted offers even more playful enchantments and clever magical twists as Ella outsmarts her curse in a world brimming with wonder.