I had tried to read this book to the kids a few years back, but they struggled with the language of the book.  Monday we tried again with success.  The book has only 5 chapters, long ones, and we are reading one a day.  We are all really enjoying it, though I am reminded how sad the story really is.  Especially if you are not watching the Muppet Version!  We are planning to see the new version out in theaters this month.  We also like the Bill Murray version.