This is a masterpiece of an Argentinian children's story. This book was passed down to me as a hand-me-down. Each page has a large number of hiragana characters. Depending on your child's age, I think it will be a substantial read. Why not try it during the spring break before they start school? The illustrations are magnificent, even for adults to appreciate. I believe that if you talk about the pictures with your child while reading aloud, their imagination will expand even further. There are scratches and scuffs on the cover, but they are not noticeable. There are fine black smudges on the spine, which appear to be from something rubbing against it. (See photo 3) There is no other major damage, but I may have overlooked something. If you are concerned about minor details, please refrain from purchasing. It will be shipped with waterproofing. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. #Froebel-kan #ArgentinianFairyTale #ChildrensBook