![]() ![]() ![]() Taback puts letters, newspapers, song lyrics, and saying on many of the pages with English and Hebrew writing on them to give the reader clues about Joseph’s culture. There are also objects such as a menorah and a dreidel on some of the pages. The pictures and words show Joseph interacting with the people of his town who are wearing traditional clothing. Memorable Literary Element - Taback portrays cultural elements throughout the story. This is a story of not being wasteful, optimism, and being imaginative. Personal Reaction - I enjoyed this witty book. ![]() Each time the plaid overcoat fabric becomes worn out Joseph turns it into something else to wear. Joseph, a peasant, begins the story with a plaid overcoat that becomes old and starts fraying at the edges. Plot Summary - Joseph Had a Little Overcoat is a traditional tale based off of a Yiddish song. ![]()
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