We Found a Hat

"We Found a Hat" is a charming and subtly humorous picture book by Jon Klassen, featuring two turtles who stumble upon a hat that looks good on both of them. The core of the story revolves around their dilemma: with only one hat, how can they be fair to each other? Klassen masterfully uses minimal text and expressive illustrations, particularly the turtles' shifting eyes, to convey a range of emotions from desire to resignation. The book explores themes of sharing, fairness, and the quiet longing for something you can't have, culminating in a clever and poignant resolution that sparks discussion. Ideal for children aged 3-7, it's a wonderful read-aloud that encourages conversations about empathy and navigating tricky social situations with friends.

"The award-winning author of I Want My Hat Back is at his glorious best" Guardian, Best Books of the Year Two turtles have found a hat. The hat looks good on both of them. But there are two turtles. And there is only one hat... Evoking hilarity and sympathy, the shifting eyes tell the tale in this perfectly paced story in three parts, highlighting Jon Klassen's visual comedy, deceptive simplicity and deliciously deadpan humour. Available at last in a stylish, sturdy board book format, this bestselling story is perfect for sharing in a lap with the smallest of hands.