I remember reading this book as a child, but it was a new treat to return to it as an adult. I appreciate the additional cultural context of this being an adapted Ukrainian folktale - the illustration frames,  clothes, and house of Nicki and his Baba are all the more beautiful. It also has that very classic folktale structure which is predictable but very fun to read. I also appreciate the illustration frames hinting at what will come next, fun foreshadowing for readers!