The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster

Norton Juster is a wonderful author who wrote the classic book "The Phantom Tollbooth." He is known for his creative stories that spark imagination and curiosity in readers. Juster's writing is full of adventures and clever wordplay that make reading fun and exciting. Through his stories, he teaches us important lessons about friendship, learning, and exploring new worlds. Juster's books are loved by children and adults alike, and have inspired many to embrace their own creativity and love for reading. Overall, Norton Juster is a truly special author whose stories will stay with us forever.

  1. Who is the author of "The Phantom Tollbooth"?
  2. What is Norton Juster known for in his writing?
  3. What important lessons can we learn from Juster's stories?
  4. Why are Juster's books loved by both children and adults?
  5. How have Norton Juster's stories inspired readers?

The Phantom Tollbooth

The Phantom Tollbooth is a fantastic book written by Norton Juster. It tells the story of a boy named Milo who goes on an extraordinary adventure after receiving a mysterious tollbooth in his room. Milo drives through the tollbooth and finds himself in the Kingdom of Wisdom, a magical land filled with interesting characters and places.

  1. Who is the author of The Phantom Tollbooth?
  2. What is the name of the main character in the book?
  3. Where does Milo find the tollbooth that takes him to the Kingdom of Wisdom?
  4. What kind of land is the Kingdom of Wisdom?
  5. Can you name one interesting character Milo meets on his adventure?

Visit to the Birthplace of The Phantom Tollbooth

Hi, my name is Fiona and I am 8 years old. Today, I want to share with you about a special trip I took to the birthplace of Norton Juster, the famous author of "The Phantom Tollbooth." It was so exciting!

  1. I visited the city of Brooklyn in the United States, where Norton Juster was born. It was amazing to be in the same place where such a creative person started his journey.
  2. While in Brooklyn, I also got to visit the famous Brooklyn Bridge. The view from the bridge was breathtaking, and I felt like I was walking in the clouds!

After learning about Norton Juster's life and seeing the Brooklyn Bridge, I felt so inspired. Maybe one day I can write a book as wonderful as "The Phantom Tollbooth" too!

  1. What is the name of the city where Norton Juster was born?
  2. Can you describe the tourist attraction Fiona visited in Brooklyn?
  3. How did Fiona feel about being in Norton Juster's birthplace?
  4. Why was Fiona inspired after her visit?
  5. Have you ever been to Brooklyn? Describe your experience.

Your Turn!

After reading The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster, how about creating your own piece of writing based on the book? Perhaps you may prefer to write a book review of the book instead? Another idea might be to give a summary of the book or create a picture that summarises the book. Perhaps you could redesign the book cover? Whatever you or your teacher decides you try and do, good luck!

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