I Want My Hat Back

Has Anyone Seen a Bear's Hat?

Bear has lost his hat. It was a very nice hat. And now it is gone. Bear trudges through the forest, asking each animal in turn — but none of them have seen it. Have they? Are they sure? Look very carefully at the pictures. Look very, very carefully.

I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen is a deadpan, brilliantly crafted picture book that had children and adults alike laughing out loud from the very first page. With spare, understated text and Klassen's signature wry illustrations, this is a book that rewards close looking — and delivers a plot twist that young readers absolutely do not see coming.

Why This Book Is Unforgettable

• A brilliantly funny picture book for children aged 3–7
• Award-winning illustrations by Jon Klassen — winner of the Caldecott Medal
• Minimal text and maximum humour make it a perfect read-aloud
• Teaches children to look closely, think critically, and spot visual clues
• The plot twist that launched a thousand re-reads

Rent I Want My Hat Back from BookJoy and discover whether Bear ever finds his hat — we think you already know the answer, but the getting there is half the fun.