The book was created together with students from the 6th and 7th grades.

This is a collection of five stories about values, written by pupils during interdisciplinary lessons (Slovenian and Italian). We have also added post-reading activities that round off new insights through discussion and creativity.
The illustrations were drawn by student Rea, which we then processed with her suggestions using a computer program during a joint workshop.

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In Slovenian Istria, between the blue sea, green hills and small towns, life flowed peacefully. Waves gently lapped against the rocks, seagulls circled above the red rooftops, and children's laughter filled the narrow streets.

And it wasn't all what it seemed.

Many years ago, a perfectly ordinary man lived here. He was smart, curious, and full of dreams. He loved to explore, learn, and try to understand the world around him.

Few remember his real name today. With time, people began to call him by a different name: Doctor Shadow.

He wasn't evil at first. But one day, everything changed. He came into contact with a mysterious force – a dark energy that slowly took root within him. At first, it was just a quiet whisper, a fleeting thought, a barely noticeable shadow in his heart. But eventually, this presence grew stronger and stronger, until it took control.

The man who was once kind and curious has disappeared behind a dark and powerful image.

And so, Doctor Shadow was born.

Since then, fear of him spread like a silent mist, slowly unfolding over towns and villages.

Even when darkness intensifies, light always finds a way to shine through it.

And right here, on the Slovenian coast, young heroes have begun to emerge. Each of them has something special. Not only superpowers, but also values that guide them and give them true strength.

Because sometimes the greatest strength doesn't come from supernatural abilities, but from who we are as people.

Dr. Senca is not just seeking power.

Looking for something that these young heroes have...

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