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From Merrimon Book Reviews
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A Boy Had A Mother Who Bought Him A Hat
by Karla Kuskin
Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes
A mother loves her son so much that she buys him a
woolly red hat, a mouse, new shoes and a variety of other gifts from
the practical to the fanciful. Wherever the boy goes, he takes
each gift with him, piling one on top of the other until the inevitable
happens. With each new gift, the story of past gifts are
repeated. Rhyme and repetition of each item as one more is added
makes the story fun to read aloud.
The illustrations by Kevin Hawkes are the perfect compliment to the
fun, joyful spirit of the story. The boy is energetic and playful
as he discovers the world around him. Illustrations of animals
and different seasonal activities as well as a visit with the boy's
grandparents are all activities create a feeling of wonder and
warmth. Author and illustrator do an excellent job at combining
everyday activities to which children can relate to more fantastically
fun.
A BOY HAD A MOTHER WHO BOUGHT HIM A HAT is a wonderful book for a
mother to share with her son(s) but don't let the title fool you.
I read this book aloud to my husband who loved it. A
BOY HAD A MOTHER WHO BOUGHT HIM A HAT is also a book fathers might also
enjoy sharing with their children and grandchildren too!
Publisher: HarperCollins (March 16,
2010)
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Reviewed by Merrimon,
Merrimon Book Reviews
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