Alice in Wonderland: Adapted for Young Readers — Modern English Edition for Kids (Ages 8+)

THIS EDITION of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland stays true to the charm and whimsy of Lewis Carroll's beloved classic while adapting the language for modern children. We have simplified complex vocabulary and tricky phrases to make the story easier to follow without losing its playful spirit, humor, or sense of wonder. Whether used for bedtime reading, book clubs, classrooms, or shared family moments, this edition offers a delightful and accessible journey into Wonderland.

Join Alice as she follows a curious White Rabbit down a rabbit hole and tumbles into an enchanting world of peculiar creatures and puzzling adventures. From a mad tea party with the eccentric Hatter to a heated game of croquet with the ill-tempered Queen of Hearts, this adaptation preserves the magic and nonsense of the original tale while making it engaging and enjoyable for today's young readers. With its timeless themes of curiosity, imagination, and self-discovery, this version of Alice in Wonderland invites a new generation to explore the wonders of Carroll's extraordinary world.

Sample Comparison

Original

There was nothing so very remarkable in that; nor did Alice think it so very much out of the way to hear the Rabbit say to itself, “Oh dear! Oh dear! I shall be late!” (when she thought it over afterwards, it occurred to her that she ought to have wondered at this, but at the time it all seemed quite natural); but when the Rabbit actually took a watch out of its waistcoat-pocket, and looked at it, and then hurried on, Alice started to her feet, for it flashed across her mind that she had never before seen a rabbit with either a waistcoat-pocket, or a watch to take out of it, and burning with curiosity, she ran across the field after it, and fortunately was just in time to see it pop down a large rabbit-hole under the hedge.

Adapted

There wasn’t anything very unusual about that, and Alice didn’t find it strange to hear the Rabbit say, “Oh dear! Oh dear! I shall be late!” (Later, she thought she should have found this odd, but at the time it seemed normal.) But when the Rabbit actually took a watch out of its vest pocket and looked at it before hurrying on, Alice jumped up. She realized she had never seen a rabbit with a vest pocket or a watch before. Filled with curiosity, she ran across the field after it and was just in time to see it disappear down a large rabbit hole under the hedge.

About the Author

Lewis Carroll

Lewis Carroll (1832–1898) was an English author, mathematician, and logician, best known for his whimsical and imaginative novels Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. Carroll’s works have captivated readers for generations with their playful language, surreal characters, and clever wordplay. His ability to blend fantasy with logic and his exploration of themes like identity, curiosity, and imagination have cemented his legacy as one of the most influential figures in children’s literature. Alice in Wonderland remains a timeless classic, inspiring countless adaptations in literature, film, and beyond.