That Is a Hat

That Is a Hat by Betty Selakovich Casey is a charming first edition published by Roadrunner Press on December 2, 2014. This 36-page book, written in English, presents a whimsical tale where a rancher’s hat is swept away by a southwesterly wind, prompting the ranch animals and their desert friends to speculate about its true nature.

Readers will find a humorous exploration of the imaginative uses the animals attribute to the cowboy hat, as they debate whether it could simply be a tumbleweed. The story engages children of all ages with its playful narrative, highlighting themes related to animals and nature. As the puzzled owner eventually reclaims the hat, it is clear that the adventure has left it in a state far from its original condition.