Karpen Island

This uplifting story with its endearing characters and captivating illustrations demonstrates for young children the value of friendship, hard work, and community spirit, while introducing them to Greek culture. When Demetri first goes to Karpen Island to live with his grandparents, he’s not sure he will like it there. But soon he becomes friends with Petra, an unusual donkey. Together they explore the island, and Demetri discovers a secret that can transform the barren land of Karpen Island to make it productive again.