Ever since Twenty-One Balloons was one of my childhood favorite books, I've had an affinity for du Bois' illustrations. ?áHis stories aren't always masterpieces, but this one is definitely worth reading, and viewing. ?áClever and heartwarming, with quite a little adventure. ?áBest for the more patient & advanced readers age 7-9, as older children might think it too childish, and younger children might get restless. ?áI love the characters: ?áMary Mary chronically plays Devil's Advocate, Miss Muffet regularly faints, Georgy Porgy is overly, erm, enthusiastic.... ( )