Books Like The King Has Goat Ears
Families who loved The King Has Goat Ears by Katarina Jovanovic often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The King Has Goat Ears by Katarina Jovanovic often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is acting out or seems unusually anxious because they are hiding a mistake or a secret they think is shameful. This charming adaptation of a Serbian folktale follows a king with a physical secret (goat ears) and the barber who struggles to keep it. It masterfully illustrates how keeping a secret can make someone feel physically ill, and how the truth has a way of coming out eventually, often with a sense of relief rather than disaster. While the king's secret is humorous, the emotional weight the barber feels is very real. It provides a safe, low-stakes way to discuss honesty and the physical sensation of worry. It is perfect for children ages 4 to 8 who are beginning to navigate the social complexities of privacy, gossip, and the difference between a fun surprise and a heavy burden.
