We Found A Hat (5 star)
by Jon Klassen
Candlewick Press
Published October 11, 2016
Hardcover, $17.99
- ISBN-10: 0763656003
- ISBN-13: 978-0763656003
My review: Intro
I ordered Jon Klassen's new book as soon as I could. I teach at the elementary level as a library media specialist. Ever since I received advanced copies of I Want My Hat Back and This is Not My Hat I have been over the moon in love his writing. His untouchable gift to the reader is his simple text delivered through personification by cute utterly adorable animals. His brilliant illustrations show personality and hint at what each character may be thinking. (No thought bubbles needed). How truly gifted he is. My students go wild for all his books and discussions abound at the end. This is not a read it once book, but will become worn through use. My students participate and role play the text with such glee. It's an experience that Klassen provides my kids that is rare.
His new book:
So, I just received We Found A Hat in my mail. I ran to the doorstep and couldn't wait to hold his new book. Once again, it is stellar, fun, witty and ADORABLE. A story of two turtles who discover one hat. Problem: What should they do? I'm never a spoiler in my reviews, so this one you have to read for yourself. I am already thinking about the questions and lessons this story will bring to my classes in the next few weeks.
Jon Klassen has a talent for pushing kids buttons in a way that makes them think, laugh and enjoy reading.....again and again. What more can we ask for? Highly recommended and a great discussion started.
In case you are interested Jon Klassen is on tour promoting his book. Details of an upcoming appearance at the Eric Carle Museum can be found here.
Further info is on his blog.
~ WISTERIA LEIGH OCTOBER 2016
~ WISTERIA LEIGH OCTOBER 2016
DISCLOSURE: A COPY OF THIS BOOK WAS PURCHASED BY MYSELF THROUGH AN ONLINE BOOK VENDOR.
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