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If I Built a School- Chris Van Dusen

Updated: Aug 25


Author: Chris Van Dusen is an illustrator and author. Here is a link to his website https://www.chrisvandusen.com/bio

Published: 2019

Genre: General Fiction

Ar Information: Level 3.4

Quiz 504024

Character: Jack

Back of Book Overview: "If Jack built a school, there would be hover desks and pop-up textbooks, skydiving wind tunnels and a trampoline basketball court in the gym, a robo-chef to serve lunch in the cafeteria, field trips to Mars, and a whole lot more. The inventive boy who described his ideal car and house in previous books is dreaming even bigger this time."

Contains: imagination, futuristic illustrations (think Meet the Robinsons), etc

Series?: Yes, I have only read this one (as of 8/19/2024)


My Review: This is one of my absolute favorite picture books to read with my class during the first weeks of school. The illustrations remind me so much of Meet the Robinsons and my kids always get a kick out of the crazy things Jack imagines in his school. We often pair it with a Design Your Own School activity that encourages students to use their imaginations to create their dream school. It is such a great way to get to know my students and always ends with lots of giggles.


Where can I buy the book?

Amazon (affiliated link with purchase): https://amzn.to/474cGgE

As always, I recommend checking your local bookstore or library before purchasing from the links provided.


For teachers:

If you would like a picture book companion packet to go with this perfect Back to School reading, I have one on my TPT. I will attach the link here https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Picture-Book-Comapnion-for-If-I-Built-a-School-12059860 (affliated link with purchase only)


Happy reading!

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