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by Tove Jansson (Author)
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun!
This interactive lift-the-flap story introduces babies and preschoolers to the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley. Pre-readers can sharpen hand-eye coordination as they join Moomintroll's search for that rascal Little My, who has found a very clever hiding place. Along the way, they will meet Moomintroll's family and many friends. The funny names--from Snufkin to Fillyjonk--beg to be sounded out and repeated again and again. In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson's timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, Moomin's Life the Flap Hide and Seek is the perfect read-aloud for little ones everywhere. Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old:● Moomin's Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands
● Moomin's Little Book of Numbers
● Moomin's Little Book of Words
The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson for readers of all ages:
● Comet in Moominland
● Finn Family Moomintroll
● Moominpappa's Memoirs
● Moominsummer Madness
● Moominland Midwinter
● Tales from Moominvalley
● Moominpappa at Sea
● Moominvalley in November
Author Biography
Based on the characters and artwork created by Tove Jansson (1914-2001). Jansson was born in Helsinki and spent much of her life in Finland. She is the author of the Moomin books, including Comet in Moominland and Finn Family Moomintroll. Born into an artistic family--her father was a sculptor and her mother was a graphic designer and illustrator--Jansson studied at the University College of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts, and L'École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In addition to her Moomin books, she also wrote several novels, drew comic strips and worked as a painter and illustrator. In 1966, she was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for her body of work. Jansson had a studio in Helsinki but spent most of her time at her home on a small island called Klovharu.
