Our Very Greek Summer: and a Very Greek Baptism

By Kassi Psifogeorgou

Book Overview

★ 2023 Royal Dragonfly Book Award

A Greek summer to remember For anyone with roots, memories, or dreams of Greece.

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 begins to understand the deeper meaning of culture and connection.

This picture book introduces children to:

- The Greek Orthodox baptism, through the eyes of a child

- The beauty of Greek traditions and family customs

- The joy of exploring your roots and heritage

- A warm, relatable story set in a Greek village

More in the "My Greek Roots" series: Our Very Greek Easter - a journey through Holy Week traditionsOur Very Greek Traditions & A Few Superstitions - a playful guide to everyday customs

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 191689898X
• ISBN13: 9781916898981
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Adventuresome Words
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"