The mummy Apis

La momia Apis by Carmen Mateo is a humorous and tender picture book that brings Ancient Egypt to life for the youngest readers. Deep inside a pyramid in the middle of the desert, a mummy named Apis is just trying to enjoy a long, peaceful sleep. But modern life has other plans: groups of tourists with cameras, chatter and flashlights keep turning up at the worst possible moment. Every visit means more noise, more questions and less rest for poor Apis.

Through short, easy-to-follow text and expressive illustrations, children discover a new side of Egyptian mummies: not scary, but sensitive, sleepy and a bit grumpy when constantly disturbed. The story plays with contrast – the silence of the pyramid against the bustle of visitors – to create funny situations that children immediately recognise from their own experience of being woken up too early or not allowed to rest.

This hardback, full-colour Spanish edition is ideal for shared reading at home, at school or in the library. The large format and 28 sturdy pages make it perfect for little hands and group storytelling. While children laugh at the comic mishaps of Apis, adults can introduce simple ideas about history, museums, tourism and respect for others’ space and sleep.

La momia Apis is recommended for children from 3 years old who enjoy playful, slightly absurd stories with memorable characters. It also works very well for early Spanish learners, thanks to its clear vocabulary, short sentences and strong visual support.

Add La momia Apis to your children’s library if you are looking for:

• A fun Spanish picture book about Ancient Egypt

• A bedtime or nap-time story about noise and respect

• A beautifully illustrated hardback for ages 3+

Bring a sleepy mummy, a noisy pyramid and lots of smiles to your home with La momia Apis.