A book about how to become independent for the first time. This elegant story is a delight for children and adults alike. The beautiful illustrations utilize soft tones with bright orange accents, blending soft watercolor and bold strokes.

A young kangaroo named Alexander lives in his mom Nancy's pocket. Alexander loves his mom, but there is one thing that drives him crazy: she always puts things in her pocket. Alexander tries to keep things organized, but the more he cleans, the more things his mom adds. When he complains, his sister calls him a baby – it's time to leave the pocket. But Alexander loves his pocket – it's warm and cozy and smells like his mom.

One day, however, the situation becomes unbearable. Twelve hairpins, a tube of toothpaste, a water bottle, a pack of gum, two bus tickets, some keys, a toy car, and a cookbook are increasingly finding their way into Nancy's pocket. And that’s just the beginning. Finally, Alexander reaches his limit. "I can't take it anymore!" he shouts. "I'm leaving!" So, Alexander moves to the room next to his sister’s. He makes it warm and cozy, with a soft blanket and shelves for all his things. It’s almost like his mom's pocket.

The second to last illustration shows Alexander sleeping with all his things scattered around him. The last image shows Nancy tidying up her pocket with a wink. It was time for Alexander to leave. This is a touching story about the bond between mother and son and a journey towards independence, beautifully brought to life.

Pages: 32, Year of Publication: 1015, Dimensions: 22x22cm