The Mitten
The Mitten
Fiction | Picture Book | Early Reader Picture Book | Published in 1989
Book Brief
32
Picture Book • Fiction
Ukrainian Forest • Timeless
1989
Early reader / picture book
4-8 years
Super Short Summary
In The Mitten, a seven-year-old boy named Nicki loses one of his newly knitted white wool mittens in the snow, leading various woodland animals to take refuge inside it one by one. As each animal, including a mole, rabbit, hedgehog, owl, badger, fox, and bear, squeezes into the mitten, it stretches to accommodate them. Eventually, a mouse's whiskers make the bear sneeze, sending the animals flying and the mitten back to Nicki.
Heartwarming
Fantastical
Playful
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Mitten by Jan Brett receives high praise for its enchanting illustrations and engaging retelling of a Ukrainian folk tale. Reviewers commend the detailed and vivid artwork that captivates readers of all ages. However, some find the story's structure predictable. Overall, it's celebrated for its visual appeal and charming narrative, making it a delightful read for young audiences.
Who Should Read The Mitten?
Fans of The Mitten by Jan Brett are typically young children aged 3-8 who enjoy beautifully illustrated stories with themes of nature, animals, and collaboration. Comparable to The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats and Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown, this book is perfect for bedtime or classroom storytime.
32
Picture Book • Fiction
Ukrainian Forest • Timeless
1989
Early reader / picture book
4-8 years
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