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If I Built a Town

by Chris Van Dusen Publisher: ROCKY POND BOOKS

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A town imagined by a young inventor

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A town imagined by a young inventor

As Jack walks through the park with Mayor McKay, he sketches out ways to improve their town. His imagined plans range from a zoo of Jurassic and mythical creatures to hover vans, a clinic that comes to people’s doors, weekly parades, and helpful robots—with everything free. The book frames community-building as an invitation to dream big, and gives Jack’s ideas a distinctly practical streak alongside their fantasy: his inventions are meant to serve the people who live there. Its focus on an inclusive town, imaginative problem-solving, and civic life gives the story plenty to talk about at read-aloud time.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who enjoy imaginative stories and inventive ideas.
  • Families or groups looking for a read-aloud about community and belonging.
  • Young readers interested in robots, unusual animals, and fanciful town features.

Themes

Imagination and inventionCommunity and belongingPublic services and civic life

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Book overview

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A joyful and inventive read-aloud, part of the award-winning If I Built series! Join Jack and his larger-than-life imagination as he dreams up his ideal town, where everyone is welcome.

"Sunny, inclusive, and imaginary."--Kirkus Reviews

"My town will be swanky! My town will be swell!
My town will be prized as the best place to dwell!"

Jack has some great ideas for improving the community he lives in. And who better to describe them to than Mayor McKay! As they walk through the park together, Jack eagerly tells the mayor his plans for improving their town.

And what a town he has dreamed up! The zoo is packed with fantastic, Jurassic, and mythical creatures, the mail is delivered by super-fast hover vans, the health clinic travels right to your door, and a parade passes through each and every week. And don't forget the robots! All of Jack's plans include the most exciting and useful serving machines. But best of all, everything is free!

Jack's over-the-top creativity and infectious enthusiasm will inspire budding young inventors. It's a story time romp that you'll want to return to again and again.
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