Snipp, Snapp, Snurr and the Red Shoes

I purchased this book as a replacement for an old, very worn version that my mom had found used years ago (pictures colored over with crayons and missing one). It is such a sweet story with adorable pictures (and it was nice to finally see what the last picture was). The story teaches good lessons of both hard work and giving generously to others. The boys don't seem to have any problems taking turns doing things and all have good personalities.The best part of this book is that the three different jobs that the boys get end up turning their blue outfits into red, black, and white. My 4-year-old nephew has such fun when we quiz him about which boy turned red (Snipp), black (Snapp), and white (Snurr). My nephew also loves the vivid drawings and enjoys the characters of Snipp, Snapp, and Snurr.The only thing that I wish was not in this book is that the miller is seen "smoking his longest pipe", both in the text and the picture. This was a normal thing back when the book was written, but it is a bit hard to explain to a 4-year-old that smoking pipes is not a healthy habit to be imitating.Overall, this book is a winner! Very fun and sweet. :)

My daughter’s very favorite book from her childhood. Bought it for her 50 th birthday. She loved it

Three brothers pool their time and resources to buy a special gift for their mother. This book was a favorite of mine 55 years ago and now my grandsons are calling it one of their favorites. Maj Lindman's skillful writing touches a special place in the hearts of children and adults over decades.

Just as I remembered it as a child. Glad to know they are still in print.

It was a story I remember reading as a child and thought would be fun to read it to our Grandchildren