THE WILD HAT
About
Grandmamá liked her wild hat right from the start–the way it looked, the way it fit–but she wasn’t prepared for it taking on a life of its own!
Grandmamá’s storytelling spins quickly out of control. What really happened, and what she was imagining, were impossible to tell apart. As the kids knew perfectly well, once granny got rolling, it was best to just sit back and listen.
The Wild Hat! combines fantasy, humor, and occasional life lessons–including tips on handling alien invasions–into one unforgettable read. Perfect for parents, grandparents (especially adventurous grandmothers!), teachers, librarians, and Martian children, this funny, rhyming book for kids is more than just laughs; it’s a tool for celebrating the magical realism that adults often see as unusual, but which kids see as everyday life. The bilingual format also makes it a great choice for families or classrooms exploring Spanish and English.
Whether you’re looking to add to your collection of quirky fantasy tales or searching for a meaningful gift, this lyrical, rhyming story delivers a memorable, hilarious, whole-family, read-aloud experience.
Praise for this book
5.0 out of 5 stars Crazy Fun.
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2025
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This is another installment of a series of books called the Uncle Bunkle Stories. It meets expectations as it is as odd and crazy as the others. The storyline rhymes as usual and makes it super easy to follow and enjoy. If you let your mind open, you’ll enjoy this one as much as the others and it will keep your attention the whole way through. Cheers.
This was such a cute book. Both the story and the illustrations. Great book to read to the littles and you can even expand it into a craft time for everyone to make their own "Wild Hat".
This book was totally bizarre. It's about a grandma who pulls a hat out of the lake while swimming and then talks about wearing it for important occasions like alien invasions. The text was simple and so the translations made sense, but the images were extremely odd. It was like an odd realism cartoon style that I just kept staring at totally bemused. Actually, the plot was pretty bemusing too. But I've given it four stars because it was really unique, I don't think I've ever read anything quite like it before!
This is a short, offbeat, quirky book about a grandmother who hooks a hat while fishing and wards off an alien invasion while wearing it. The book, which contains colorful, funky illustrations, portrays such odd things as: dogs dressed up like humans, a boy riding a bird in a classroom, and a hat that hisses and is capable of producing offspring. The text is presented in both English and Spanish. While the tongue-in-cheek writing style may not be for everyone, there is no denying that this book shows great originality and creativity.
5.0 out of 5 stars Kids will love this one
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2025
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This bilingual picture book is hilarious and perfect for reading aloud. Grandmamá tells wild stories about her magical hat that get more and more ridiculous—aliens, talking animals, the whole deal. The rhymes are catchy and fun, so kids stay hooked. It's in both English and Spanish, which is great for learning, but mostly it's just entertaining. The illustrations are colorful and imaginative. Great gift for young kids or grandparents who love silly bedtime stories.
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious, bilingual, and full of imagination
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2025
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Uncle Bunkle has created a one-of-a-kind story that’s as wacky as it is wonderful. From the moment Grandmamá hooks a hat while fishing and somehow ends up fending off aliens, my kids were glued to every page. The rhymes are clever and rhythmic, making it fun to read aloud.
The English and Spanish text side-by-side makes it perfect for introducing young readers to a second language in a fun way.