Summary: Sharp is the tooth from [the] heather. Have you ever heard that proverb? Sharp is the tooth from [the] heather. After a person has been on the hill – or on the heather – he will be hungry. His teeth will be sharp. Food will not last long on the plate. It’s true, isn’t it? Most people know about the Tooth Fairy, but Ruairidh introduces you to another character from Gaelic folklore, The Tooth Mouse. Find out more in this week’s letter. Accompanying text is available in both English and Gaelic at bbc.co.uk/litirbheag
