The Twits

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the concept of fairness or needs a safe, humorous way to process the behavior of mean-spirited people. This classic Roald Dahl tale uses exaggerated, gross-out humor to explore the idea that inner beauty and kindness eventually manifest on the outside, while spite and cruelty have a way of catching up to the bully. The story follows the revolting Mr. and Mrs. Twit, who spend their days playing nasty pranks on one another and mistreating animals. When their captive monkeys, the Muggle-Wumps, decide they have had enough, a chaotic and satisfying quest for justice begins. It is an excellent choice for children ages 7 to 11 who enjoy dark humor and want to see the 'bad guys' get exactly what they deserve through teamwork and cleverness.