His father and elder sister died when Roald was just three. Roald Dahl was born in Wales of Norwegian parents – the child of a second marriage. Look out for new Roald Dahl apps in the App store and Google Play- including the disgusting Twit or Miss! inspired by the revolting Twits. Listen to the Enormous Crocodile and other Roald Dahl audio books read by some very famous voices, including Kate Winslet, David Walliams and Steven Fry - plus there are added squelchy sound effects from Pinewood Studios! But what can the greedy grumptious brute guzzle up? Beware - he's looking for someone.someone who looks a lot like you! His teeth sparkle like knives in the sun and he's getting hungrier and hungrier. This foul fiend - the greediest croc in the whole river - wants to eat something juicy and delicious. The Enormous Crocodile is planning what to have for his lunch. Celebrate Grandparents Day with 50 great kids books about grandparents.Anxiety & Wellbeing - 80 Books to Help Children Nurture Good Mental Health.

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