Scholastic Books, 2003
ISBN: 0-439-64022-9
A beautiful rendition of a classic European folktale — and if you have not read this particular book, then we highly recommend ordering a copy now! Not only does Jon J. Muth share the "power of giving" and "coming together" in a very simple language that young children can easily understand, but he sets this tale in an old Chinese village ... and his watercolor paintings really make this story come to life. He is, by far, one of this auntie's favorite illustrators! (Be sure to check out his "Zen Shorts," too!)
