Grumpy Hat by Nicola Kent

Everyone knows that little sisters can sometimes be annoying. Ravi certainly thinks so!

When Ravi gets angry with his sister Ruby and breaks her toy car in a burst of frustration, everyone goes to bed feeling upset. But the next morning something very strange happens… Ravi wakes up with a bright red grumpy hat stuck firmly on his head.

No matter what he tries, the hat won’t come off. Everywhere he goes, his bad mood follows him — until Ravi discovers a surprising way to swap his grumpy hat for happy socks.

Grumpy Hat, written and illustrated by Nicola Kent, is a warm and uplifting picture book about managing big emotions, sibling relationships, and learning how to turn a bad mood into a better one.

Why we and many schools love this book

• Helps children understand emotions
  The story gives children a relatable way to explore anger, frustration and mood changes.
• Encourages positive behaviour and empathy
  It gently teaches children how to apologise, repair relationships and make better choices.
• Perfect for social-emotional learning
  Teachers often use it to discuss emotions, self-regulation and family relationships.

Format: Paperback, Pages: 32, Publisher: Andersen Press, Author & Illustrator: Nicola Kent, Recommended age: 3+ years