Book Series · 11 Books

My Weirdtastic School Books

In order from Miss Banks Pulls Lots of Pranks! to Mr. DiPilla Is a Gorilla!. Part of My Weird School.

The My Weirdtastic School series is a set of 11 chapter books by Dan Gutman, published between 2023 and 2026. Written for ages 6–10, most books run about 110 pages.

About the series

What's My Weirdtastic School About?

Eleven published My Weirdtastic School chapter books continuing A.J.'s classroom misadventures.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$674

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2023

Miss Banks Pulls Lots of Pranks!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator)

A fourth-grader navigates the challenges of a new school year with a quirky teacher who loves to play pranks on her students.

112 pages· 8,202 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

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Summary: A.J. and his friends enter fourth grade with a new teacher, Miss Banks, who loves practical jokes. As pranks escalate, A.J. reaches his limit. Can he and his friends outsmart their mischievous teacher, or will Miss Banks remain the ultimate prankster? Dive into a world of laughter and surprises in this hilarious school adventure.

In reading order

My Weirdtastic School Series

11 books · Published 2023–2026

#1 in Series

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$674

Miss Banks Pulls Lots of Pranks!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2023

A fourth-grader navigates the challenges of a new school year with a quirky teacher who loves to play pranks on her students.

#2 in Series

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$674

Uncle Fred Is a Knucklehead!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2023

A fourth-grade class goes on a surprise mystery field trip to a TV studio where they participate in the taping of a children's show called Funderama, hosted by Uncle Fred.

#3 in Series

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$674

Professor Pitt Is a Nitwit!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2023

A fourth-grade student creates a sculpture that becomes a sensation in the art world, leading to unexpected opportunities and challenges.

#4 in Series

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$674

Miss Nichol Is in a Pickle!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2024

A fourth-grade class starts a vegetable garden at school, but things don't go as planned.

#5 in Series

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$674

Mrs. Marge Is in Charge!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2024

Can A.J. and friends find their place in bizarre after-school clubs?

#6 in Series

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$674

Ms. Greene Is Mean!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2024

A math teacher makes numbers weirdly fun, but can A.J. and friends handle the chaos?

#7 in Series

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$674

Mr. and Mrs. Phelps Need Some Help!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2025

Can students mend the rift between feuding teachers in shop class?

#8 in Series

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$759

Mr. Plummer Is Dumber!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2025

A flood in the school bathroom leads to a quirky plumber's investigation. Is A.J. to blame?

#9 in Series

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$674

Miss Sherman Is Determined!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2025

A viral video sparks a quest for fame with wild stunts at school.

#10

#10 in Series

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$674

Mrs. Granger Is in Danger!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2026

A safety expert's extreme measures threaten chaos at a quirky school.

#11

#11 in Series

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$1797

Mr. DiPilla Is a Gorilla!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2026

Can a mysterious mascot help A.J. and friends finally defeat their rivals?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the My Weirdtastic School series?

There are 11 books in the My Weirdtastic School series. It began with Miss Banks Pulls Lots of Pranks! in 2023, and the newest book, Mr. DiPilla Is a Gorilla!, was published in 2026.