Issued by Netherlands in 2000, this colorful 60 cent stamp features a playful illustration of children reading from an open book beneath a window. The design reflects the Dutch tradition of encouraging reading and education among young people, a theme often seen in Dutch social and youth-focused stamp issues. Its bright, childlike artwork gives the stamp a distinctive modern look compared with earlier Dutch definitives. For thematic collectors, it fits well into collections on education, childhood, literacy, and illustrated art stamps. The stamp is a charming example of contemporary Dutch design used in everyday postage at the start of the 21st century.