Roald Dahl Early Learning by Roald Dahl 6 Books Collection Set - Ages 3–7 - Board Book

Titles in This Set:
Roald Dahl Shapes
Roald Dahl Opposites
Roald Dahl Colours
Roald Dahl Words
Roald Dahl 123
Roald Dahl ABC

Overview:
Delightful, durable and educational, this Roald Dahl Early Learning Pre-School collection brings six beloved board books into one bright, sturdy set designed for tiny hands and curious minds. Each title introduces foundational concepts with Dahl’s playful spirit, turning learning into a shared adventure. Shapes, opposites, colours, early vocabulary, numbers and letters are presented in accessible, toddler-friendly language, making it easier for little readers to recognise patterns and build confidence. The Colours book adds an engaging lift-the-flap feature thanks to Quentin Blake’s familiar artwork, encouraging tactile interaction and curiosity. This UK edition is ideal for parents, carers and teachers seeking a trusted, engaging introduction to essential early literacy skills, all housed in a single, affordable collection for home libraries and classrooms.

What This Collection Covers:
Across six titles, the collection takes preschoolers on a gentle literacy journey. Shapes and colours train early visual recognition, vocabulary and description as children point to sun circles, kites and crocodile friends, while learning to name common hues. Opposites introduces contrasting ideas through familiar Dahl-world details, supporting cognitive development and speech as children compare big and small, fast and slow. Words builds everyday vocabulary by naming objects from home and school, and 123 plus ABC lay the groundwork for numeracy and literacy through rhythm, repetition and engaging imagery. The board-book format supports tactile learning and repeated reading, and the lift-the-flap feature in Colours adds an interactive layer that strengthens memory and anticipation. Together, these six books establish a confident foundation for preschool readers and set the stage for further learning in a friendly, Dahl-branded environment.

Book-by-Book Guide:
Roald Dahl Shapes invites little readers to spot familiar shapes in a lively, story-inspired world. Using the Enormous Crocodile and other Roald Dahl characters as anchors, the book guides children to recognise circles, triangles, squares and more in simple scenes. Short, rhythmic text keeps attention, while bold illustrations reinforce shape names. The sturdy board pages are designed for frequent handling and exploration, encouraging early descriptive language as children label what they see. This title lays a durable foundation for geometry awareness, even before formal lessons begin, and pairs well with shape-sorting activities and friendly shape hunts at home or in the classroom.

Roald Dahl Opposites presents pairs like big and small, fast and slow, and inside/outside through playful scenes featuring familiar characters. The straightforward phrasing and repetitive patterns help toddlers predict language and grow confidence in using comparative terms in everyday speech. The Enormous Crocodile makes a cameo that aligns with the rest of the set, while the artwork stays bright, friendly and easy to follow. A gentle introduction to contrast concepts, this title supports early language development and critical thinking as children decide which picture shows the opposite of the one shown.

Roald Dahl Colours offers a vibrant tour of colour words with Dahl’s beloved cast of creatures and friends. The bold pages invite children to name hues while linking colours to objects—red apples, blue skies, green leaves—in a way that reinforces memory and observation. The lift-the-flap feature creates an interactive reading moment, inviting giggles and surprise as little readers reveal hidden details. The tone remains playful and reassuring, making colours feel accessible to even pre-readers and beginning readers.

Roald Dahl Words turns a simple board book into a lively vocabulary parade. Aimed at pre-schoolers, it showcases everyday nouns—Cake, Books, Bugs, Crocodiles—arranged in bright, joyful scenes that invite naming, repetition and recall. The rhythm and playful language help with phonemic awareness, while the varied illustrations keep attention focused. This title provides a practical jump-start for early literacy, encouraging conversations at home or in the classroom as children point, repeat and build a personal word bank.

Roald Dahl 123 invites toddlers to explore numbers in a colourful, interactive way. The pages introduce counting and basic numerical ideas with simple, memorable phrases and lively scenes. The design supports early numeracy skills—one-to-one correspondence, subitising and number recognition—without overwhelming young readers. A playful moment appears with two little chiddlers waiting for a friend and a cheeky crocodile hiding in the grass, giving kids a concrete hook to recall numbers as they read.

Roald Dahl ABC builds early literacy with a playful alphabet tour. Each letter is paired with a Dahl character or object, from A for Anteater to D for Delicious, offering a friendly way to memorise the sequence while enjoying the author’s familiar whimsy. The short, rhythmic phrases support phonemic awareness, and the bold typography helps with letter recognition. This title is a gentle primer for beginning readers, ideal for shared reading, bedtime routines or classroom letter-work.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for families, carers and early-learning teachers seeking a cohesive, engaging start to literacy. This six-book collection makes a thoughtful gift for baby showers, birthdays or classroom libraries, providing a unified introduction to shapes, colours, words, alphabet and numbers. Suitable for children aged around 2–5, it supports both shared reading and independent practice, helping little readers build confidence. For Dahl fans, the collection extends the magic of his storytelling into the preschool years, offering a familiar, comforting voice as children learn new concepts.

Key Benefits:

• Six-board-book collection designed for little hands and frequent read-alouds
• Introduces core early-literacy concepts: shapes, colours, opposites, words, ABC and 123
• Durable board pages ideal for tots who like to turn, touch and explore
• Lift-the-flap feature in Colours adds interactive discovery
• Supports home learning, storytelling routines and early classroom activities
• UK edition with the Roald Dahl brand and familiar characters

About the Author:
Roald Dahl is one of the most beloved children's authors of all time, celebrated for his witty, mischievous storytelling that invites young readers to imagine bold worlds in small moments. His books—such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Matilda—have delighted generations and sparked a lifelong love of reading. This Early Learning collection carries Dahl’s signature spirit into six sturdy board books, designed to introduce shapes, colours, opposites, words, ABC and numbers to preschoolers. The Colour title features Quentin Blake’s iconic illustrations, adding a lively, expressive dimension that Dahl fans will recognise and enjoy as part of the overall playful universe he created for young learners.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
A complete starter library that grows with your child, this six-book collection streamlines shopping while offering a cohesive, connected learning journey. The sturdy board-book format supports early handling and longer reading sessions, and Roald Dahl’s familiar, engaging voice provides reassurance and excitement for beginning readers. With a mix of shapes, colours, numbers, letters and vocabulary, the set is highly versatile for home libraries and classroom corners alike. It’s an ideal gift for new parents, baby showers or Dahl enthusiasts who want to share the magic of reading with the youngest learners in their lives.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.