We are in the US, and we love Moomins, too! smile

Books my kids loved that are similar in age range to newmom21C's list (hate to give a range for gifted kids, but say 2-5):

Stellaluna by Janell Cannon
Red Berry Wool by Robyn Eversole
The Quiltmaker's Gift by Jeff Brumbeau and Gail de Marcken
I, Crocodile by Fred Marcellino
Bub: Or The Very Best Thing by Natalie Babbitt