Pitsi Pitsou, the island of the Pitsimpouins, is the safest but also the most mysterious island in the world.
At school today, the schedule includes swimming in Lake Lambiko. When the Pitsimpouins arrive there, they are faced with a big surprise. The lake doesn't have a drop of water!
Little Blue, the island's only detective, and his friends will have to hurry if they want to solve their first mystery.
Style: Fresh, enigmatic, and full of adventure.
Age: 3–6 years old
Suitable for:
It is an excellent choice for children who love water and nature. Parents can choose it to discuss with their children the importance of protecting the environment and clean waters, while the plot is ideal for keeping their interest during bedtime reading or a relaxing afternoon.
Why This Book Is Special:
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Introduction to Ecology: Through the mystery, the child comes into contact with the concept of cleanliness of natural spaces (such as Lake Lampiko).
Development of Logic: The story encourages children to connect the heroes' findings in order to solve the mystery.
Captivating Colors: Sofia Touliatou's illustrations depict the aquatic element in a unique, playful way that excites children.
Durable Construction: As a board book, it withstands heavy use from little hands that want to flip through it again and again.
About the series: Pitsimpouinoi
The "Pitsibouinoi" series by Eftychia Giannaki is children's first introduction to detective literature. Each book, such as "Disappearance in Pitsi Pitsou" or "Explosion in Pitsitoumpo", is a standalone adventure that promotes observation skills and a love for discovery.
Suggestions for use by parents or educators:
Use the story to talk about what we should be careful of when visiting a lake or a beach.
Ask the child to spot the differences in the expressions of the Pitsimpouins as they get closer to solving the mystery.
With the book you can:
Discuss: What do you like to do when you go near the water? Why is it important to keep the lake clean?
Ask the child: "Which element in the lake did you find the most curious?", "Which Pitsimpouinos do you think is the best swimmer?"
Play/Create: Fill a basin with water and put various objects inside. Ask the child to play the "lake detective" and find which object does not belong in the water!
A few words about the creator / creators:
Eftychia Giannaki is an acclaimed author of crime novels for adults, who, with the Pitimpouinoi series, has created a unique genre of "crime stories for children." Her stories stand out for their structure, intelligence, and respect for the way children perceive the world.
Sophia Touliatou is an internationally award-winning illustrator (EBGE awards, nominations for international awards). Her work is characterized by freshness, vibrant colors, and an ability to bring to life characters that immediately become beloved, making reading a visual celebration.
Manufacturer
- Authors
- Eytychia Giannaki, Sofia Touliatou
- Publisher
- Ikaros
- Illustrator
- Sophia Touliatou
- Language
- Greek
- Subtitle
- Mystery at Lake Lampiko
- Theme
- Educational
- Age
- from 3 years old years
- Seasonality
- Summer
- Popular Series
- Pitsimpouinoi
- Cover
- Hardcover
- Number of Pages
- 36
- Release Date
- 5/2019
- Publication Date
- 2019
- Dimensions
- 22x22 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9789605722784
Important information
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