Friday, October 25, 2013

GIVEAWAY & Book Review - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Pop-Up Book

While this was one of my favorite titles when I was younger, Dumpling and I first chanced upon this famous Roald Dahl story on DVD. I bought a bundle set of the classic title and the new one starring Johnny Depp. I had thought that it was too whimsical for her but it turns out that she loves the hilarity of it. From the Oompas Loompas to the strange Mr Wonka, and from empathizing with young Charlie Bucket to ogling at all the marvelous candilicious creations, Dumpling was totally entertained.

So that was what started us on a chocolate unit study journey with extension into a chocolate workshop where we then read the book too.

I came across the Pop-Up version recently and I was totally sold! I decided to buy it for Dumpling and this is her first pop-up book. And boy, was it a right choice!


:: Illustrations
The illustrations are the true originals by Quentin Blake. What this version added on was the clever use of cutouts for the popups and usage of special materials and embossing techniques. These made the characters more 3D and the story interesting.

Above: the pop-up from pages 1 & 2

I was also particularly impressed with the pop up from the last 2 pages where the Glass Elevator 'shot' out from the pages as we flipped them. Dumpling went "Wow" and "Wow" it was.


While a 'pop-up' book does just that - pops up from the book, what I really like are the interactive parts of the title. There are fold out flaps... 



and pull out flaps which also feature the Oompa Loompas' Songs on the various golden ticket winners. 

Best of all, we even have our very own GOLDEN TICKET! How cool is that? :D



 :: Storyline
This is, of course, an abridged version of the original story but the beauty is that the main gist of the tale is captured. The storyline is kept straight to the point with the introduction of Charlie Bucket, a boy who loves chocolate. And, Mr. Willy Wonker, the most wondrous inventor in the world, who decided to open the gates of his factory to five lucky winners!

Along the way are the hilarious tales of how each winner meets his/her 'end' which are of course, accompanied by the Oompa Loompas' songs. Entertaining, funny and certainly a beautiful book. This is definitely a keeper and would be great as a gift! Here's a video clip to share


Now, I am pleased to share that The Groovy Giraffe is sponsoring one copy of this title for a giveaway! 

Earn credits using Rafflecopter below by:
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2) Leaving a comment on the comment section on what you like about this story
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(For Singapore residents only)

The more credits you earn, the higher your chances! :)


:: About Groovy Giraffe
Groovy Giraffe is Singapore's first official online remainder bookshop. Its books are new, overprints and are heavily discounted (up to 80%!). Shipping (within Singapore) is free for orders above $60. Visit http://www.thegroovygiraffe.com for more information or a look at the other discounted titles! 

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48 comments:

  1. Didnt know there is this version. My didi would enjoy the story more now aside from the dvd!

    The video clip link isn't there btw.

    Shirley Yong
    shirley@yong.sg

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    1. Hi Shirley, thanks for the shoutout - I can see the video clip. Are you viewing it in IE?

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  2. I like that thr author is so imaginative. And I love chocolate!

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  3. Thanks for recommending this title. We have a Pop Up book on 'We're going on a bear hunt' and we never tire of reading it! :)

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  4. We love it that it is wacky and imaginative! And which kid would not love chocolate??

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  5. Roald Dahl, definitely one of my favourite authors during childhood.
    Didn't know they have such fanciful pop-up versions now. cool!

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  6. The fact that I love cholcolates and my children also love chocolate. Hope to win the book!

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  7. The pop-up format bring the story's imaginativeness to life for children

    Nursingcow@gmail.com

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  8. The pop-up is making the story come alive!

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  9. Have only watched the movie. This pop-up version sounds like a must-read!

    Robert_sim@yahoo.com

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  10. OMG, so cool! I've read the book but this takes it up another level.

    greenissuessg [at] gmail [dot] com

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  11. I love how a poor little boy like Charlie wins at the end! The pop-ups make the story even more exciting and help to engage young readers, I think.
    growingwiththetans@gmail.com

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  12. So cool..there is a pop up version of the book now :)
    dominiquegoh(at) gmail (dot) com

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  13. Roald Dahl was my favourite childhood author and this was one of my favourite books! The story is funny, intriguing and just entertaining!

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  14. The pop-up format makes reading so much easier and real! Awesome! Cheers! shwong2003@yahoo.com

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  15. Roald Dahl was my favourite author when I was a child! I always made sure I had chocolate with me when I read the book! :D Hope to win this pop-up version!
    simplymommie@gmail.com

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  16. Wow the book looks so impressive! I love how Charlie and his family are so humble, and poor yet happy

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  17. Roald dahl was my all time childhood favourite and I'm glad my kids share my interest. Having read aloud the (plain, black and white) version of this book twice, it will be great if we can get a colored illustration edition and the pop up is a bonus!

    They should do it for other roald Dahl books!!

    Hope to win :)
    pm_sgbrides@yahoo.com.sg

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  18. This was one of my favourite stories as a child and my introduction to the wonderful world of Dahl. I recently told it to Poppy from (very poor) memory and we were both captivated by the film. I absolutely love Dahl's creativity and wit. This is probably one of the best Dahl books ever written! What joy it must be to win that golden ticket! Though if it means I have to share a bed with 3 other oldies and eat cabbage soup everyday, erm.... Maybe not :)

    Me, me! adora.tan.richer@gmail.com

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  19. I have never actually read this book, but this version looks very fun!

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  20. I read this book when I was a teenager. I remember there were loads of things that are in the story that just wouldn't happen in real life but we all hope they will. I vadely remember there was this part which ice cream/chocolate doesn't melt (hope I remember correctly). I had never watched the movie, and this pop-up book certainly add more "life" to reading the original book, and a good one to introduce Roald Dahl to my kids. Your review comment that this pop-up book being an abridged version of the original story still managed to capture the main gist of the tale certainly attract me to want to read it.

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  21. Omg love! The pop ups will help extend imagination of what is described in the book.. Joy will love it when we read it together! <3

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  22. I used to love Roald Dahl's books because his stories is so imaginative and fun. I would love to introduce his books to Sophie too.

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  23. love it imaginative and choco-licous fun!

    thanks for the giveaway and have a great weekend ahead!

    Cheers
    Janette
    tanmcjanette@gmail.com

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  24. It's contains so much magic and it's wonderful to immerse in this different world. This version of telling the story seems to be even more magical. :)

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  25. so chocolicious imaginative!

    thanks for the giveaway and have a great weekend ahead!

    cheers
    Janette
    tanmcjanette@gmail.com

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  26. I enjoyed watching the movie staring Johnny Depp. Such a great storyline and I love pop up books! They're so fun and interactive for the kids and I'm sure Kaitlin would love it.

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  27. Huge fan of Roald Dahl and dd has been read the book to so she is enthralled by the story. I saw a build it yourself version of this, but all those small pieces that you have to pop out and fold and match the numbers... gave me a headache. This pop up book seems totally awesome and interactive, and no hair pulling involved!

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  28. Well... it's all about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory... that's reason enough to love it. :) The fact that it's a pop-up makes it even more awesome!!!
    toddlymummy@gmail.com

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  29. This book is so whimsical. I would love to read it to my child.

    edenie98@yahoo.com
    Cynthia

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  30. Absolutely captivating!! wanna visit the factory !!

    Evelyn Lim
    elim220380@gmail.com

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  31. The pop-up looks more interesting and will be able to capture my boy's attention.

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  32. This is one of my favourite stories when I was in primary school! I was first attracted by the idea of a chocolate factory, then later I grew to appreciate the lessons learnt from the story. It teaches the importance of reading and values children should possess as exemplified by Charlie and attitudes that should be avoided as shown by Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde and Mike Teavee.

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  33. My gal likes chocolates and will be thrilled to see this book! Thanks

    Fiona / fionacll@gmail.com

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  34. My girls love chocolates! They would love to read this book! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  35. My girls love chocolates! They would love to read this book! Thanks for the chance to win.

    Lynn
    sohlayleng@yahoo.com.sg

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  36. I love Roald Dahl and all his stories since young... really wish to introduce the Choc factory story to my children but I had thought the book will be too difficult for them. This version looks just so great.. thanks for organising the giveaway ^_^

    Lingling

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  37. MS was recently just asking to visit Charlie and the Chocolate factory again in UK, unfortunately we won't be back to UK till end of next year. So it would be great if we win this book and give it to her for Xmas pressie. With the pop up version, this would definitely make her feel like she's "walking" through the adventure again!

    Irene CHan-Whitlam
    irene.chanwhitlam@gmail.com

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  38. My girl has not start on any of Roald Dahl's books yet so I think this pop out book will b a vy great way to kick start her interest! Even mommy is woo over the coolness of it!

    May
    JJmom2008@yahoo.com.sg

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  39. I think this would be a great story to introduce my little one to the world of Roald Dahl! Love his imaginative adventure in this story... and of course Chocs are everyone's best friend!

    Hope to win this beautiful pop up book!

    Thanks for the great giveaway.

    Cheers

    Audrey

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    1. Sorry left out my email : sweetsweethalo@yahoo.com

      Thanks!

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    2. Sweetsweet, i ish the #1 to take part in this giveaway hahahah!

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  40. wonderful medium to introduce the girl to the world of Roald Dahl!
    the 3D popup effect makes the book come alive!

    thank you for the giveaway!
    Jacquelene
    furrypawie@gmail.com

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  41. My girls will be delighted to travel to the Wonka's Chocolate Factory through the book.

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  42. Am I too late..? Would be a great book for my daughter :)

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