I picked this elf because the orginal elf on self is a bit creepy looking. Came in adorable packing to store your elf for next season. This one looks like a real elf & is so colorful. The book is great too. Again very colorful & such a cute story. My son is having such a fun time finding the elf. We are going to get creative w/ hinding him. Bonus was this one was half the price of the other elf.