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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

2005

A young boy wins a tour through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world, led by the world's most unusual candy maker.

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Why this age? Also present, briefly or lightly: frightening scenes. On the plus side: creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Courage & resilience2/5
  • Educational value2/5

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Frightening scenes2/5

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What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5

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Creativity & curiosity4/5

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Educational value2/5

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Kindness & empathy2/5

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Positive messages1/5

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Good role models2/5

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and what caused that change?
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