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Φρικαντέλα: Η μάγισσα που μισούσε τα κάλαντα
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Φρικαντέλα: Η μάγισσα που μισούσε τα κάλαντα

Author: Eygenios Trivizas

Frikantela: The Witch Who Hated Christmas Carols – A Christmas Story Full of Trivizas Surprises

A funny and subversive story about how even the grumpiest witch can soften her heart!

Frikantela is a...

Frikantela: The Witch Who Hated Christmas Carols – A Christmas Story Full of Trivizas Surprises

A funny and subversive story about how even the grumpiest witch can soften her heart!

Frikantela is a truly dreadful witch. She can't stand joy, music, and above all... she hates Christmas! When the neighborhood children get ready to sing carols, Frikantela...

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  • Language Greek
  • Age Age from 5 years old years
  • Theme Theme Adventure & Fantasy
  • Number of pages Number of pages 64
  • Cover Cover Hardcover
  • Year of publication Year of publication 2003
  • Publisher Publisher Kalentis

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  • MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU
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    MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU

    Fantastic book. My son is crazy about it!!! 5 years old! We read it all the time and we keep laughing!!! Wonderful with interest and a nice ending!!!

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  • Kallioph2780
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    Kallioph2780

    I had it as a child... now I got it for my kids! Just as I expected, my kids read it again and again! It is a book that keeps the interest of all children with laughter, joy, and a beautiful and hopeful ending! It is in the top 10 of our library and we have associated it with Christmas!

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    Yiota Nikolaou

    We loved it from the first read. We have several books by Trivizas, but this one is our favorite.

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    klt4

    Excellent!
    Old and beloved!

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    zan_vasil

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    Fantasticwonderful!!!!

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    Yota Keth

    Absolutely perfect ...very clever writing, very funny! A must-have without a doubt!!!

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    One of my daughter's favorite books

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    mos_kat

    Wonderful Triwizard. A book that speaks to the hearts of children!

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    I got it as a gift and liked it a lot

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    Excellent, funny with a lot of imagination and timely!!!
    Just like all the books of E. Trivizas!!!

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    A different Christmas book that children love, entertaining

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    MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU

    Fantastic book. My son is crazy about it!!! 5 years old! We read it all the time and we keep laughing!!! Wonderful with interest and a nice ending!!!

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    Kallioph2780

    I had it as a child... now I got it for my kids! Just as I expected, my kids read it again and again! It is a book that keeps the interest of all children with laughter, joy, and a beautiful and hopeful ending! It is in the top 10 of our library and we have associated it with Christmas!

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    Yiota Nikolaou

    We loved it from the first read. We have several books by Trivizas, but this one is our favorite.

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    klt4

    Excellent!
    Old and beloved!

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    zan_vasil

    Fantasticwonderful!!!!

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Description & Specifications

Frikantela: The Witch Who Hated Christmas Carols – A Christmas Story Full of Trivizas Surprises

A funny and subversive story about how even the grumpiest witch can soften her heart!

Frikantela is a truly dreadful witch. She can't stand joy, music, and above all... she hates Christmas! When the neighborhood children get ready to sing carols, Frikantela devises a wicked plan to steal their voices. But can the carols bring magic even to the coldest house? A delightful adventure with the unique, inventive humor of Eugene Trivizas.


Key Features:


Theme: Christmas, Music, Humor, Good triumphs over evil 

Style: Funny, rhythmic and imaginative, with strong elements of a fairy tale. Age: 4–8 years

Suitable for:

It is the ideal choice to introduce your child to the spirit of Christmas in an unconventional, humorous way, far from the classic sugary fairy tales. It is perfect for children who love wordplay and funny stories, and it is great for lively and theatrical readings, especially during the holiday season.

Why This Book Is Special:

  • The Magic of Trivizas: The book is signed by Eugene Trivizas, who is the most imaginative Greek storyteller, full of ingenuity and humor.

  • Theatrical Approach: The story has become a successful theatrical performance for many years, thanks to the liveliness of its dialogues and characters.

  • Timeless Message: It playfully teaches that joy, music, and kindness can transform even the most "dark" hearts.

  • Delightful Illustration: Kelly Stamoulaki's illustrations bring life and color to both the dreadful and cheerful characters, enhancing the comic element.

Format Description:

The edition has a hardcover and contains 48 pages, with rich, colorful illustrations that perfectly complement Trivizas' text. The large font and vibrant images make it an easy and attractive read for young readers and parents.

About the series: The Heroes of Trivizas

Fricantela is one of the most beloved creations of Eugene Trivizas, the author who gifted Greek children's literature with iconic characters. It belongs to a series of stories that combine fantasy with Greek elements, twists, and humor, just like the famous "Trakatruka, the whale that eats fairy tales".

Suggestions for use by parents or educators:

  • Use the book as an opportunity to sing carols or other Christmas songs and discuss the importance of music.

  • Encourage the child to act out the terrible expressions of Frikantela or the joy of the children singing, enhancing emotional expression.

  • Focus on the imaginative words and phrases of Trivizas and ask the child to invent their own "terrible" or funny words.

With the book you can:

  • Discuss: "Why did Frikantela hate carols so much? What made her change her mind?" or "What is the most horrible thing a witch could do?"

  • Ask the child: "If you heard the carols, what would be the first wish you would make?"

  • Play/Create/Imitate: Make Christmas cards or ornaments and play music loudly, just like the children in the story did to defeat the witch.

About the Creator:

Eugenios Trivizas is one of the most important and prolific Greek authors of children's books, an academic and professor of sociology. His work is distinguished by its exemplary humor, inventiveness, and subversive ideas. He has been honored with numerous awards and is considered the author who opened new paths in Greek children's literature. Kelly Stamoulaki is an actress, director, and author, known for her contribution to children's theater. Her collaboration with Trivizas and the illustration of "Frikantela" highlight the cinematic and theatrical dimension of the fairy tale.

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Author
Eygenios Trivizas
Publisher
Kalentis
Illustrator
Michalis Kountouris
Language
Greek
Theme
Adventure & Fantasy
Age
from 5 years old years
Seasonality
Christmas

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Cover
Hardcover
Number of Pages
64
Theme
Witches & Wizards
Publication Date
2003
Dimensions
22x32 cm
ISBN-13
9789602191439

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  • MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU
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    MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU

    Fantastic book. My son is crazy about it!!! 5 years old! We read it all the time and we keep laughing!!! Wonderful with interest and a nice ending!!!

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  • Kallioph2780
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    Kallioph2780

    I had it as a child... now I got it for my kids! Just as I expected, my kids read it again and again! It is a book that keeps the interest of all children with laughter, joy, and a beautiful and hopeful ending! It is in the top 10 of our library and we have associated it with Christmas!

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  • Yiota Nikolaou
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    Yiota Nikolaou

    We loved it from the first read. We have several books by Trivizas, but this one is our favorite.

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    klt4

    Excellent!
    Old and beloved!

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    zan_vasil

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    Fantasticwonderful!!!!

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    Yota Keth

    Absolutely perfect ...very clever writing, very funny! A must-have without a doubt!!!

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    Patricia_Mousioni

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    One of my daughter's favorite books

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    mos_kat

    Wonderful Triwizard. A book that speaks to the hearts of children!

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    • I would choose a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for purchase
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    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    Maxi_Gaga

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    I got it as a gift and liked it a lot

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    ckrezia

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    Excellent, funny with a lot of imagination and timely!!!
    Just like all the books of E. Trivizas!!!

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  • 5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    pouroutzidou

    A different Christmas book that children love, entertaining

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  • MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU
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    MARY_CHRYSOPOULOU

    Fantastic book. My son is crazy about it!!! 5 years old! We read it all the time and we keep laughing!!! Wonderful with interest and a nice ending!!!

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  • Kallioph2780
    5
    Kallioph2780

    I had it as a child... now I got it for my kids! Just as I expected, my kids read it again and again! It is a book that keeps the interest of all children with laughter, joy, and a beautiful and hopeful ending! It is in the top 10 of our library and we have associated it with Christmas!

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Yiota Nikolaou
    5
    Yiota Nikolaou

    We loved it from the first read. We have several books by Trivizas, but this one is our favorite.

    Translated from Greek ·
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    klt4

    Excellent!
    Old and beloved!

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    zan_vasil

    Fantasticwonderful!!!!

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