In this imaginative interpretation of the nursery rhyme "The House That
Jack Built," young Jack builds an amazing fort in the middle of the
living room, using the chairs, blankets, and other objects on hand.
Unfortunately, those objects belong to his family members, so when they
want their things back--there goes the walls and roof! Jack struggles to
keep his fortress going as it crumbles piece by piece. Finally, Grandma
saves the day with her quilts for a sweet, satisfying ending filled with
family fun. Boni Ashburn's text is brought to life by acclaimed
illustrator Brett Helquist, whose lively style takes this tale beyond
the living room and into the world of adventure.
Praise for The Fort That Jack Built
Helquist's colorful illustrations truly capture the active imaginative
play of youngsters in this humorous variation of the nursery rhyme.
--Booklist
Rich but retro color palette.
--Kirkus Reviews