Little Bear’s Visit -1961 Early Edition- by Else Minarik / Maurice Sendak- HC/DJ

I picked this up because the illustrated spine looked so inviting.

You will find that the illustrated scene breaks are like mini paintings.

The book is fully illustrated, so every page has something visual to enjoy.

A nice touch is the illustrated timeline that runs along the bottom.

You will appreciate the illustrated maps included in the front pages.

A nice touch in this novel is the way it honors small gestures.

You will find that this activity book has a satisfying number of pages.

A nice touch is the illustrated shadow box design on the front.

The illustrated edition makes complex ideas much easier to understand.

A nice touch is the illustrated closing note from the illustrator.

A nice touch is the illustrated page numbers shaped like leaves.

A nice touch is the illustrated half-title page with a hidden clue.

A nice touch is the illustrated copyright page with tiny animals.

You will appreciate the illustrated maps included in the front pages.

What stands out about this novel is its refusal to tie up every loose end.

A nice touch in this novel is the way it ends without finality.

The entire book is illustrated in a watercolor style that feels soft.

The illustrated margins make this a great book for slow reading.

A nice touch is the illustrated spine that looks good on a shelf.

You will appreciate the illustrated reference section in the back.