Moomintroll wakes up bursting with happiness on his birthday...but his friends seem to have forgotten all about it

On his birthday, Moomintroll wakes up full of excitement. It will surely be the most wonderful day. But when his friends all seem to be too busy to help him celebrate, it doesn't feel wonderful at all--until a happy surprise comes knocking. Kids will be amused to see that even in placid Moominvalley, birthdays can be emotional roller-coasters.

This adorable book introduces young children to beloved characters from Swedish author-illustrator Tove Jansson's beloved Moominworld. Every book celebrates curiosity and promotes Moomin's core values: imagination, tolerance, humor, friendliness, and independence.

Look for these other Moomin books for young children
Moomin's Little Book of Words
Moomin's Little Book of Numbers
Moomin's Lift-the-Flap Hide and Seek