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13 Acts of Bravery | Roald Dahl Day 2019
13 Sep 2019
This year Roald Dahl Day is centred around Matilda and celebrating her remarkable bravery in standing up for what is right. Keep reading to find out the 13 Acts of Bravery you can take from Matilda’s story.
Be a Little Bit Naughty
Sometimes life can be unfair, but with courage – and maybe just a little bit of mischief – you can totally change your story.
Put it Right
If you spot someone stepping out of line, don’t just sit around or take it on the chin – speak up! Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.
Share your Smarts
If there’s someone in your class with a thousand questions, lend them a hand and share what you know.
Take the First Small Step
All you need to do is start with one small action (like knocking on the Trunchbull’s door). What are you waiting for?
Be Loud
Mrs Wormwood is perhaps not the best of role models, but she’s not afraid to stick out from the crowd.
Cheer on your Friends
Whether your friends are brilliant readers or have an endless appetite for chocolate cake, celebrate their talents and let them be your hero.
Be Smart, Be Really Really Smart
Challenge yourself to keep learning, no matter how smart you already are – but maybe don’t try and learn everything from the big beautiful box o’ facts!
Share a Story
Telling stories can help capture the magic of the world. You can brighten the day of anyone listening – especially if the story does have a happy ending.
Remember what Matters
It can be easy to get wrapped up in your thoughts and emotions – but don’t lose sight of what matters to you most.
Be Just a Bit Different
It doesn’t matter one bit if you’re just a bit different from some of your friends. Celebrate your differences – you are all amazing!
Take Time to be Quiet
When the noise in your head seems incredibly loud, it’s absolutely fine to take some time to relax and calm down.
Be Revolting Children…
… or adults! If there’s someone making your life a misery, band together. If you all disobey together there’s nothing the bully (or Trunchbull) can do!
Cover Yourself in (Chocolate) Glory
Just like Bruce and his infinite capacity for chocolate cake – if you have a talent, let it shine. Have your cake and eat it too!