Glasnos the Whimsical Moose

<p>Soul mate of a moose? In Glasnos the Whimsical Moose Tjaakje C. Heidema makes a compelling case for her identification with the gangly loner in letters to her four-year-old nephew B.J.</p><p>In classic fantasy style Tjaakje weaves tales of wisdom humor mischief and love that delight children and adults alike.</p><p>Watch Glasnos lead a sandcastle-building project on a Maine beach. Or “T.J. teach me to swim the backstroke!"</p><p> What’s a moose doing in Arizona leading a Santa sleigh?? Oh he’s Randolph the Red-nosed Moose!</p><p>In another letter to B.J. Glasnos leaves the path near Superstition Mountains to “shake the dew off his lily.” He gets ensnared by a Teddy Bear Cholla and looks like he’s dancing with it!</p><p>In each letter T.J. creates loving connection with her nephew and shares feelings of anxiety discouragement and love in a way that helps B.J.—and all her readers—deal in positive ways with their own emotions.</p><p>Illustrations by Bailey Hodges highlight hilarious scenes. A coloring book is included.</p><p> A perfect gift to stir imagination humor and wisdom. This book will be enjoyed by eight-twelve year-olds or as read to children aged four+.</p>