A Hat for Mrs. Goldman

Written by Michelle Edwards · Illustrated by G. Brian Karas

Sophia must knit a perfect hat for Mrs. Goldman, but her efforts unravel. Can she find a creative solution?

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34 pages· 792 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Sophia admires Mrs. Goldman's kindness in knitting hats for everyone, but when winter arrives, Mrs. Goldman is without one herself. Determined to help, Sophia struggles with knitting, producing a lumpy, hole-filled hat. Frustrated yet inspired, Sophia devises a clever plan to transform her flawed creation into something truly special. Will her idea warm Mrs. Goldman's heart? This charming tale of perseverance and creativity invites readers to discover the joy of giving and the beauty in imperfections. A delightful knitting pattern awaits at the end, encouraging young crafters to join in the fun.

From the publisher

“[A] celebration of winter mitzvahs, or kind deeds. Karas’s adorable, radiant art adds to the heartwarming mood.” -The New York Times

Here’s a heartwarming winter picture book that’s sure to appeal to families who love knitting.

Mrs. Goldman always knits hats for everyone in the neighborhood, and Sophia, who thinks knitting is too hard, helps by making the pom-poms. But now winter is here, and Mrs. Goldman herself doesn’t have a hat—she’s too busy making hats for everyone else! It’s up to Sophia to buckle down and knit a hat for Mrs. Goldman. But try as Sophia might, the hat turns out lumpy, the stitches aren’t even, and there are holes where there shouldn’t be holes. Sophia is devastated until she gets an idea that will make Mrs. Goldman’s hat the most wonderful of all. Readers both young and old will relate to Sophia’s frustrations, as well as her delight in making something special for someone she loves.

A knitting pattern is included in the back of the book.