In the Observatory
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Board Book · Ages 5–7

In the Observatory

Written by Tove Jansson

Follow a trail of green smoke to uncover a Martian mystery in Moominvalley.

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14 pages· ~500L
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Bookroo's summary

Moomintroll and Snorkmaiden embark on a whimsical quest, trailing green smoke to the Observatory in search of a Martian. As they navigate mysterious happenings, they encounter quirky characters like Stinky and Little My. What secrets lie behind the flaps and doors they explore? Discover the enchanting surprises hidden in Moominvalley.

From the publisher

Come and explore the Observatory in this brand new story based on Tove Jansson’s magical world of Moominvalley. Lift the flaps and spot your favorite characters in this beautiful shaped board book.Moomintroll and Snorkmaiden are following a trail of green smoke as they search for a Martian in the Observatory . . . but what will happen when they find him? Join Moomintroll and Snorkmaiden as they find mysterious things happening while they follow the smoke, past Stinky, Little My and some shrunken Moomins and creeps. Along the way, lift the flaps to explore rooms, peek into cupboards and peer behind doors. There are all kinds of wonderful things to find! The perfect introduction for little ones to Tove Jansson’s world of Moominvalley, enjoy more fun-shaped Moomin adventures with In the Moominhouse and In the Lighthouse.

At a glance
Format
Board Book
Pages
14
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Board
Lexile
~500L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
August 11, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781035042654

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