Iggy Peck, Architect

Written by Andrea Beaty · Illustrated by David Roberts

A young boy's passion for building is discouraged by his teacher, but he finds a way to use his skills to help his class in a time of need.

5.3/7 Bookroo expert·4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,523 ratings

32 pages· 698 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Iggy Peck loves building, but his talent goes unappreciated by his teacher, Miss Lila Greer. When a field trip takes an unexpected turn, Iggy's architectural skills might just save the day. Can he prove the value of his unique gift and show the power of creativity and teamwork? Join Iggy on this adventure where passion meets practicality, and discover how one child's imagination can make a difference.

From the publisher

This beloved New York Times bestselling picture book is a fun-filled, inspiring story about the power of teamwork and the importance of celebrating individual gifts and self-expression.

And now you can follow Iggy’s further adventures—with his friends Rosie Revere and Ada Twist—in the instant New York Times bestseller Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters, an all-new chapter book starring The Questioneers!

Some kids sculpt sand castles. Some make mud pies. Some construct great block towers. But none are better at building than Iggy Peck, who once erected a life-size replica of the Great Sphinx on his front lawn! It’s too bad that few people appreciate Iggy’s talent—certainly not his second-grade teacher, Miss Lila Greer. It looks as if Iggy will have to trade in his T square for a box of crayons . . . until a fateful field trip proves just how useful a mast builder can be.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 698
Reading age: 5–9
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD750L

Themes & topics

Books about architecture Books about being yourself Books about following your dreams Books about construction Books about school

What readers & critics say

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“This spunky young architect has a penchant for designing and building, and even when he feels his dreams have been a little bit squashed he rises to the occasion when it presents itself. A great story about dreaming big, following your passion and believing in yourself. I also love how much fun it is to read aloud with the rhythm of the text.”

Marmee

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