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Maria Spithaki

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Maria Spithaki (Sociologist - Pedagogue - Writer)

I was born and raised in Heraklion of Crete. I have always loved stories for children.
In 2008 I obtained my sociologist degree from the Social Sciences School of the University of Crete, and from 2013 to 2014 I have worked as a sociologist in the municipality of Phestos, in Heraklion district. In parallel, from 2011 until 2025 I have been involved with the periods of childhood and adolescence in the framework of the private educational system.
I like discovering heroes in the fiction land and giving them life on paper.
The interaction with childhood has been the most suitable stimulation and has created a greater need for writing children books. The wonderful micro world in which the children ...more

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	The Snowman and the Kingdom of Ice by Maria Spithaki (Goodreads Author), Alexandra Marchionne (illustrator) 4.81 avg rating — 26 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Great Magician Fatafan (The Adventures of the Great Wizard Fatafan Book 1) by Maria Spithaki (Goodreads Author), Ioannis Tsokas, Alexandra Marchionne (Illustrator) 4.80 avg rating — 20 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Great Wizard Fatafan And The Five Bells by Maria Spithaki (Goodreads Author), Ioannis Tsokas 4.88 avg rating — 8 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Princess Elyssia Meets the Feelings 4.75 avg rating — 4 ratings — published 2021 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Princess Elyssia meets the feelings: A Children's Book about Recognition of Emotions and Express Feelings by Maria Spithaki (Goodreads Author), Dimos Velenjas (Editor), Eleni Alexandrinou (Illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Great Wizard Fatafan And The Five Bells by Maria Spithaki (Goodreads Author), Ioannis Tsokas it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Number Tracing Book for Preschoolers and Kids: Tracing Numbers Practice Workbook for Preschools and Kindergarten Kids, Tracing Numbers 1-100 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	My First Writing Book for Ages 3-5: My First Preschool Workbook 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Princess Elyssia meets the feelings: A Children's Book about Recognition of Emotions and Express Feelings by Maria Spithaki (Goodreads Author), Dimos Velenjas (Editor), Eleni Alexandrinou (Illustrator) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Maria Spithaki rated a book it was amazing Wherever You Wander: A Gentle Children's Bedtime Story About Presence, Protection, and Unconditional Love (The Golden Thread Bedtime Collection) by Peggy Kan Hai (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A gentle and comforting bedtime story about love, safety, and connection. With lyrical writing and dreamy imagery, it helps children relax and feel reassured that they are deeply loved wherever they go.
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Maria Spithaki liked Jennifer Lambert's review of The Great Wizard Fatafan And The Five Bells (The Adventures of the Great Wizard Fatafan): "Charming book This is a nice little bedtime story for kids. Especially if they have a flair for the medieval. The images are colorful until a nice story. The author has done a great job of leaving some parts to the imagination which allows children to" Read more of this review »
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Maria Spithaki liked Carol Nkambule's review of The Great Wizard Fatafan And The Five Bells (The Adventures of the Great Wizard Fatafan): "Princess rescue A princess is captured at sea, the king summon helpers, a wizard, birds all go out to find her. Mission is successful. Princess reunited with her King. Beautiful story. "
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Maria Spithaki liked Brad Stones's review of The Great Wizard Fatafan And The Five Bells (The Adventures of the Great Wizard Fatafan): "In this enchanting new installment, the peace following the wedding of Sebastian and Nadia is short-lived. The story waste no time plunging the reader back into a world of high stakes and wonder. While Fatafan rests in the serene Land of Wind and Dre" Read more of this review »
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A hilarious and heartwarming collection that turns the awkward chaos of middle school into pure comedy. Through imaginative, relatable poems, this book captures the everyday struggles of school life — from embarrassing moments to over-the-top disaste ...more
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