* Listening to Sophie: Sophie, the little girl who befriends the BFG, reads him stories from her book. He absorbs the sounds and meanings of the words, slowly piecing together the structure of human language.
* Observing Sophie's actions: He observes how she reads and writes, using her actions as a visual guide to the process.
* Creating his own language: The BFG develops his own system for writing, using a combination of symbols and drawings to represent words and ideas. This system is quite unique and serves as a fascinating display of his creativity and intelligence.
While he doesn't learn to read and write in the same way as a human child, the BFG demonstrates an incredible ability to learn and adapt. He uses his own unique method to decipher the intricacies of human language, showcasing his intellectual capacity and his dedication to understanding the world around him.