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Chapter Book · ages 8–11

The Boy in the Dress

by David Walliams · illustrated by Quentin Blake

First published in 2008, The Boy in the Dress is a chapter book by David Walliams for children aged 8 to 11. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. Its themes include courage, kindness, justice and self-reliance.

Best forAges 8–11
Age 8Age 9Age 10Age 11
FormatChapter Book
First published2008
ThemesCourage, Kindness, Justice, Self-Reliance
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The Boy in the Dress sits in this library as a chapter book with a clear age fit and memorable themes. For families browsing by age, it belongs with books for children aged 8 to 11; for families browsing by values, it connects especially well with courage, kindness, justice and self-reliance.

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