I Want My Hat Back
School year: Year 1, Year 2
No. of pages 40
Published: 2021
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This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is part of a book series called Klassen's Hats .
This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.
There are 40 pages in this book.
This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).
This book was published in 2021 by Walker Books Ltd .
Jon Klassen is a Canadian writer and illustrator of children's books and an animator. He won both the American Caldecott Medal and the British Kate Greenaway Medal for children's book illustration, recognizing the 2012 picture book `This is Not My Hat'.
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Kate Greenaway Medal
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Kate Greenaway Award
The Kate Greenaway Medal is a prestigious annual award presented in the United Kingdom to honour outstanding illustration in children's literature. Established in 1955, the award is named after the famous Victorian illustrator and author Kate Greenaway, who is celebrated for her charming and distinctive illustrations in children's books. The Kate Greenaway Medal aims to recognize and celebrate exceptional illustrations in children's books, highlighting the critical role that visual storytelling plays in engaging young readers. The award is open to any book that is illustrated for children and published in the UK during the eligibility period. This includes various genres, such as picture books, graphic novels, and illustrated stories. A panel of judges reviews submissions to select the shortlist of nominated titles. The judging criteria focus on artistic merit, originality, and the ability to enhance the story being told. The shortlisted titles are announced each year, and the winner is selected from this list
Waterstones Children's Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Waterstones Children's Book Award.
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
The Theodor Seuss Geisel Award is a prestigious literary award established to honour the best American children's books that exhibit an early literacy and playful use of language. Named after renowned children's author Dr. Seuss (Theodor Seuss Geisel), the award recognizes exceptional authors and illustrators who create engaging books for beginning readers. The award specifically targets books for children in grades K-2 (approximately ages 5-7). It celebrates literature that is accessible to young readers and supports their development in literacy skills. A committee of childrens librarians from the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) evaluates nominated titles based on their artistic and literary quality, originality, and appeal to early readers. The emphasis is on books that encourage children to read independently while enjoying the story. The award recognizes the importance of language play, rhyme, and rhythm in early reading materials. Books that creatively engage young readers through sound and wordplay are particularly valued. The award aims to highlight both established and emerging authors and illustrators.
Bank Street Irma Black Award
The Bank Street Irma Black Award is a prestigious literary award that recognizes outstanding children's books that foster a love of reading and promote a deeper understanding of the world. Established in honour of Irma Black, a noted children's librarian and advocate for children's literature, the award is presented annually by the Bank Street College of Education in New York City. The award specifically honours books intended for children, emphasizing those that are engaging and thought-provoking. It seeks to highlight literature that contributes to childrens emotional and intellectual growth. A panel of judges evaluates nominated titles based on their artistic and literary quality, as well as their ability to resonate with young readers. The selection process aims to identify books that are not only enjoyable but also enrich childrens lives. The award usually focuses on books for children aged 0 to 8 years old. This allows for recognition of a wide range of formats, including picture books, early readers, and early chapter books.
