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Name: This Is Not My Hat
Rating: 4.461538461538 (13 reviews)
Author: Jon Klassen

In this witty picture book, a tiny fish with a round blue hat hides a stolen cap, while an enormous fish peacefully sleeps nearby. The story unfolds into a light‑hearted morality play that humorously explores the themes of theft, rationalization, and the consequences of dishonest behavior. Designed for preschool to third‑grade children, the book’s charming illustrations and simple text invite discussion about right and wrong in an accessible way.

First publish date: 2001

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Jon Klassen

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