This Is Not My Hat
This Is Not My Hat
Fiction | Picture Book | Early Reader Picture Book | Published in 2012
Book Brief
40
Picture Book • Fiction
2012
Early reader / picture book
4-8 years
Super Short Summary
In Jon Klassen's This Is Not My Hat, a small fish steals a hat from a much larger fish and boasts about not being caught, unaware that the bigger fish is aware of the theft and ultimately retrieves the hat.
Humorous
Mysterious
Playful
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
This Is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen receives high praise for its minimalist illustrations, dark humor, and clever storytelling. Critics appreciate its engaging visuals and moral nuance, though some note that the storyline's simplicity may not appeal to everyone. Overall, it's a witty and thought-provoking picture book for younger readers.
Who Should Read This Is Not My Hat?
A reader who enjoys This Is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen likely appreciates clever visual storytelling, dry humor, and minimalist illustrations. Fans of Klassen’s previous work I Want My Hat Back and Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are will find this book similarly engaging for its wit and artistic charm.
40
Picture Book • Fiction
2012
Early reader / picture book
4-8 years
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