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Det osynliga barnet och andra berättelser

Tove Jansson (1963)

SubgenreFairy Tale Retelling
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages176 (Quick Read (<250))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age6
Goodreads4.31/5 (11459)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

Abandonment

Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastFound Family Crew

Synopsis

Here are nine delightfully funny stories about the triumphs and tribulations of the citizens of Moominvalley. Readers will discover how the Moomin family save young Ninny from permanent invisibility, and what happens when Moomintroll catches the last dragon in the world. Some of the characters in these tales will be brand-new to Moomin fans, but there are lots of old friends to meet as well.

Is Det osynliga barnet och andra berättelser appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 6 and up.

These gentle, whimsical short stories feature endearing characters helping each other through everyday magical problems. Some mild peril (catching a dragon, a child who becomes invisible from fear) but all resolved with kindness and community support.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include abandonment.

Who'll love this

Kids will love the funny adventures of the Moomin family and their friends as they solve magical problems together.

Tags

Children's LiteratureWhimsical FantasyNordic FantasyIllustrated Fiction