Our Very Greek Summer - by Kassi Psifogeorgou (Hardcover)

About the Book

Invited to spend the summer in Greece. Best summer ever!

Book Synopsis

A magical summer in Greece... and a baptism to remember!

Alina and her mom are off to Greece for the summer, invited by their close friends, the Papadopoulos family. From sun-drenched village streets to lively family gatherings, Alina is immersed in Greek traditions, delicious food, and the warmth of true hospitality. But the highlight of her trip is witnessing a traditional Greek baptism, where she discovers the deep meaning of culture and belonging.

What this book offers:

✔ A beautifully illustrated journey through an authentic Greek baptism.

✔ Perfect for ages 5-11, with rich storytelling that grows with young readers.

✔ A celebration of family and the world-famous Greek hospitality!

✔ A meaningful keepsake for children preparing for or attending a baptism.

*A heartwarming addition to the My Greek Roots series, bringing Greek traditions to life for young readers!

*A wonderful choice for families who enjoy cultural stories and meaningful traditions.

Other books in the series

Our Very Greek Easter

Our Very Greek Traditions & A Few Superstitions

Review Quotes

"Congratulations to Kassi Psifogeorgou, whose book, Our Very Greek Summer, was honored with the 2023 Royal Dragonfly Book Awards!" - Story Monsters

Recognised for Educational Value!

Our Very Greek Summer has been approved by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth of Cyprus for school libraries

'Some of my kiddos' books I enjoy as much as they do. This is one of those books. We learned so many things about the traditions of Greece and its wonderful people. Such a sweet ending that I won't spoil for you. I feel like my family had a little vacation to Greece just by reading this book.' Amazon verified reader

'This wonderful book shares a lot about the Greek culture. The story is informative in the most engaging and interesting way. It celebrates family, love, culture and tradition. I thoroughly enjoyed this very special book. It's definitely a must-read. Now, I desperately want to visit Greece, and I am sure you will too.' Amazon verified reader

'This awesome book takes you to Greece with a nice and informative story about its area and culture. The various and interesting events lead up to a Baptism, and the book ends charmingly as the children find out how Mom and Dad met. A nicely written story with great illustrations! Amazon verified reader