The BFG by Roald Dahl tells the story of a young girl named Sophie and her friendship with the Big Friendly Giant, who is different from the other giants because he refuses to harm humans. Through their adventure to stop the mean giants, young readers learn about kindness, bravery, and the importance of empathy. The story celebrates friendship and courage, showing that even small and gentle people can make a big difference in the world.

The BFG is the main text for a three week literature unit study. Here are a few ways we utilize this book:

• Vocabulary Development: As students venture into the world of Sophie and the BFG, they encounter rich vocabulary words. They will maintain a vocabulary journal, noting down unfamiliar words and their meanings as they read.
• Creative Writing Assignments: Inspired by the book's characters and plot, students will write creative pieces. They might write a diary entry from Sophie's perspective, craft an alternate ending, or even create their own giant character, complete with unique characteristics and a backstory.
• Comprehension Questions and Discussions: Students will share their insights, predictions, and analyzes through comprehension questions that accompany each chapter. 
• Cross-curricular Activities: The BFG inspires activities that span across the curriculum. For example, a lesson on the physics of sound might be inspired by the BFG's enormous ears and his acute hearing, or a geography project might involve mapping the journey from the orphanage to Giant Country.