Matilda

Matilda Wormwood is a super smart 5-year-old who loves books. Her parents are awful - they watch TV all day and think reading is a waste of time. They treat her badly and call her names. At school, things are worse. The headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, is a terrifying bully who hates kids and throws them around like shot puts. But Matilda has a secret. When she gets really mad, strange things happen. She discovers she has magical powers and decides to use them to stand up to the grown-ups. With help from kind teacher Miss Honey, Matilda fights back and takes control of her own story. It's funny, magical, and all about how brains and books can beat bullies. Classic Roald Dahl for kids in grades 3-6 who love underdog heroes and a little bit of revenge.