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Description
To heal the hurt pride of Thomas Jefferson as Congress makes changes to his Declaration of Independence, Benjamin Franklin tells his friend the story of a hatmaker and his sign.
Quick Summary
Benjamin Franklin spins a clever story-within-a-story about a hatmaker whose pride is on the line whenever someone changes his sign, showing kids how the same words can tell very different tales. Young readers will laugh at the silly misunderstandings that happen when the sign's words get rearranged, all while discovering that words have the power to make people feel proud or hurt. If your kid likes "The Day the Crayons Quit" by Drew Daywalt, they'll love this book because it shows how creative storytelling can heal wounded feelings. This book is perfect for kindergarten through third graders who enjoy clever tales about history and language play.