This is the newer 2007 version Gund's Storytime Bear.  He is 16.5" tall. The Storytime Bear is an animated holiday keepsake who reads aloud the classic story 'Twas The Night Before Christmas. In co-ordination with reading the story, he moves his head and mouth to create a special, and unique experience. Press his left paw to initiate the story, and then again to stop. He includes three (3) AA batteries and has an on/off switch on his tush. For Ages 3 and Up.   The only difference between this one and last year's is that the story is printed on the pages of his book.