{"product_id":"9788418133664","title":"THE HAT THIEF","description":"\u003ch2\u003eI WANT MY HAT BACK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tiny fish has taken a blue hat that doesn't belong to him, convinced that the owner, a much larger fish, won't find out. With a mix of cunning and innocence, the little thief tries to justify his action while planning an impossible hiding spot. This picture book, winner of multiple international awards, explores the boundaries between right and wrong with humor and subtlety, offering a visually striking read that invites reflection on the consequences of our actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story follows a little fish who, after stealing a blue top hat from a much larger fish, tries to convince himself that his action will have no consequences. Throughout the pages, the first-person narrator lays out his arguments: the hat fits him better, the owner didn't notice the theft, and even if he had seen him, he could never catch him. However, the tension grows as the reader discovers that the big fish has indeed noticed the absence of his hat and has begun a silent search. The work plays with visual perspective and narrative ellipsis, letting the illustrations tell as much as the text, leading to an open ending that invites interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe conflict between personal desire and morality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe internal justification of poor decisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePerception versus reality in power dynamics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIrony and dark humor in children's literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of visual perspective in storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at children from 3 years of age, as well as reading mediators, parents, and educators looking for a work that combines a simple narrative with deeper layers of meaning. It is especially suitable for readers who enjoy stories with subtle humor, open endings, and a strong visual component that invites conversation and critical analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops observation and image-reading skills through a visually rich narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages ethical reflection on theft, guilt, and the consequences of actions from a child's perspective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates imagination and personal interpretation thanks to a non-explicit ending that invites multiple readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOffers an ideal shared reading experience to spark dialogue between adults and children about values and emotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Klassen, Jon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e NubeOcho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e PICTURE BOOKS, ACTIVITY AND MATERIAL BOOKS, ILLUSTRATED ALBUMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e SOMOS8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 136 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI Want My Hat Back is a masterpiece of contemporary picture books that stands out for its ability to tell a complex story with exceptional narrative economy. Jon Klassen uses the tension between text and image to create a reading experience that works for both the little ones and adults. NubeOcho's hardcover edition, within the SOMOS8 collection, ensures a refined and durable presentation, ideal for children's handling. It is a book that not only entertains but also invites reflection and dialogue, becoming a valuable tool for the development of reading comprehension and empathy in the early years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NUBEOCHO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405814784347,"sku":"9788418133664","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841813366.jpg?v=1781832278","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418133664","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}