My sister recently gave this book to Josie as an early Christmas present and let me tell you Josie LOVES IT!!! She wants it read to her three times each time before bed. If I try to sneak by with only reading it once or twice, Josie begins crying and tries to open it again. I kid you NOT!!! I am sure I would be stuck reading it all day but luckily Josie hasn't found the "secret hiding place". It is amazing how well she listens to the story. She does have other versions of this story. However, I think the reason she likes this version so much is because of the beautiful illustrations. The colors are so bright and each page has so much detail. I would recommend this illustrated version to anyone. It's worth the hardback price. Thanks Auntie Adri!!!!
