The Vole Who Looked at the Moon

The Vole Who Looked at the Moon is a gentle, contemplative picture book about Violet, a vole who is always busy preparing for what comes next. Along the way, other animals invite her to pause and enjoy the world around her. Eventually she joins a moon-gazing gathering where they all slow down together, reflect, and share simple haiku inspired by the night sky.

Through these encounters, Violet begins to see the world differently.

With a lyrical tone and evocative illustrations, this read-aloud encourages mindfulness, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the natural world. Originally published in Finland, this edition is translated from Finnish.

Mila Teräs is an award-winning Finnish author who writes for children, young adults, and adults. She has published more than thirty books, ranging from picture books to novels, and her work has been nominated for major literary prizes, including the Finlandia Prize for Children's Literature. She is the recipient of the Topelius Prize and the Kaarina Helakisa Award for her contributions to children's and young adult literature. She lives in Finland.

Nora Surojegin is an illustrator, children's author, and graphic designer living in Kirkkonummi, Finland, between the sea and the forest. Her work blends the gentle with the mysterious, creating visual worlds that invite readers to pause and look more closely. Her books have been translated into ten languages.

Lola Rogers is a literary translator of Finnish literature into English and a recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Translation Fellowship. She translates works for both children and adults, bringing contemporary Finnish voices to English language readers with care and sensitivity.