I Want My Hat Back
A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2011!
A picture-book delight by a rising talent tells a cumulative tale with a mischievous twist.
The bear’s hat is gone, and he wants it back. Patiently and politely, he asks the animals he comes across, one by one, whether they have seen it. Each animal says no, some more elaborately than others. But just as the bear begins to despond, a deer comes by and asks a simple question that sparks the bear’s memory and renews his search with a vengeance. Told completely in dialogue, this delicious take on the classic repetitive tale plays out in sly illustrations laced with visual humor — and winks at the reader with a wry irreverence that will have kids of all ages thrilled to be in on the joke.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 40
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2011
Publisher: Candlewick
Language: en
ISBN: 9780763655983
Creator Bio
Jon Klassen is a Canadian author and illustrator known for his unique and whimsical storytelling style. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and studied animation at Sheridan College. After working as an animator for several years, Klassen turned his focus to children's books, where he has found great success. In addition to writing and illustrating his own books, he has also collaborated with other authors, including Mac Barnett. Klassen's work has received numerous awards and accolades, including the prestigious Caldecott Medal for his book "This Is Not My Hat." He currently resides in Los Angeles, California.
