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Matilda - Quentin Blake, Roald Dahl

In some ways, this is a tough book to read as an adult. Matilda herself is so sweet and smart and lovable. It's so frustrating that her family is horrible and her principal is cruel. Then you're so relieved that she finds someone to appreciate her in her teacher, Miss Honey. But it definitely makes you think about the ways a child's home life affects her education. Matilda is able to overcome it, but how many children never get that opportunity?

 

At first glance, it's a heartwarming and magical book and after some thought, it makes you want to do something to help kids in this situation.