This hat
by Eve Feldman
Harper Collins 1993
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- imagination
- community helpers
- identity and roles
- play and dress-up
- self-confidence
- everyday life
About this book
This Hat is a simple, engaging book for emerging readers that explores many kinds of hats and the people who wear them. Short, repeating sentences and supportive illustrations help children predict text and build confidence. It’s a great pick for kindergarten and first-grade readers and for talking about community helpers. Kids enjoy the playful variety and imagining themselves in different roles.
Setting: everyday homes and neighborhood scenes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is This hat right for my child?
Yes — This hat is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.8, which is typical for Kindergarten. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include imagination, community helpers, identity and roles.
How long does it take to read This hat?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, This hat takes around 3m to finish. The book has 150 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does This hat have an AR quiz?
Yes — This hat has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is This hat?
This hat has an AR reading level of 0.8, which places it at a Kindergarten reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.