"Petra wants her own planet"
If your name is Petra, you are bound to stop when you see this kind of a headline in newspaper (Kauppalehti 5.1.2010). The subtitle "Web based Petra game combines ideology with business" was even more interesting. I did not know of these Petra children books before, but now that I found them I am enchanted.
"Petra is a sprightly girl who finds her way into adventures in books of the Petra series. Her adventures are tales about respecting other cultures. At the same time the books help parents to form deep, meaningful interaction with their children."
The author and creator of Petra books, Eevamaria Halttunen, got the idea for these books when reading bedtime stories to her children. She was concerned over the one-sided image that news portray of other cultures, so she came up with Petra, a girl who introduces other cultures to children in a fun way. There are currently four Petra books
- Petra on the paths of Buddha
- Petra dances
- Petra and the northern lights
- ...and of course: Petra discovers Petra

Image from Dramaforum
Now Petra is expanding her adventures into a browser based game. In the beginning, Petra's planet will include four countries, Sami land (Lapland), Senegal, Jordania and Sri Lanka. In each country, children will be playing local games both alone and with others.
The game is developed by an Oulu based compnany Ludocraft. Their manager has a nice comment in the newspaper: "Usually, in computer games conflicts are solved by using violence. With Petra's Planet, we need to come up with completely different problem solving methods".







Thanks a lot for sharing the article on fund. That's a awesome article. I enjoyed the article a lot while reading. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful article. There are lots of information about on Fund that also could be awesome.
Reply to this
I was just thinking about That Auction and you've really helped out. Thanks!
Reply to this
I like this concept. I visited your blog for the first time and just been your fan. Keep posting as I am gonna come to read it everyday..
Reply to this
Very nicely written post it contains useful information for me. I am happy to find your distinguished way of writing the post. Now you make it easy for me to understand and implement the concept. Thank you for the post.
Reply to this
Thanks for this info
Reply to this
Send flowers and greet them with flowers on the same day. Would not that be just awesome if you can wish someone on the same day when you would like to?
Reply to this
Very nicely written post it contains useful information for me. I am happy to find your distinguished way of writing the post. Now you make it easy for me to understand and implement the concept. Thank you for the post.
Reply to this
I bet she does, although thanks there is some good information here Photos on canvas
Reply to this
I was very pleased to find this site.I wanted to thank you for this great read!! I definitely enjoying every little bit of it and I have you bookmarked to check out new stuff you post.
Reply to this
Thank your for your articles. I learn more from here! Thank you !
Reply to this
Thank you very much.
Reply to this
You can write about that more?
Reply to this
Nicely presented information in this post, I prefer to read this kind of stuff. The quality of content is fine and the conclusion is good. Thanks for the post.
Reply to this
I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.
Reply to this
I will bookmark this page
Reply to this
Its interesting post..... one of my friend's name is Petra, so I ask her to visit this blog and it may very helpful for her and you too.....
Thanks for the post
Reply to this
Nicely presented information in this post, I prefer to read this kind of stuff. The quality of content is fine and the conclusion is good. Thanks for the post.
Reply to this
This is a good piece of writing mate for this particular topic. I was wondering if I could use this write-up on my website, I will link it back to your website though. If this is a problem please let me know and I will take it down right away.
Reply to this
A good read, definitely worth a cut and paste. Thanks!
Reply to this
Forwarded this to some friends, appreciate your advice
Reply to this
I love that picture, thanks
Reply to this
Liability insurance covers claims against the policy holder and generally,any other operator of the insured vehicles provided they do not live at the same address as the policy holder and are not specifically excluded on the policy.
Reply to this
Life insurance companies are never required by law to underwrite or to provide coverage to anyone with the exception of Civil Rights Act compliance requirements.
Reply to this
.Customize your throwback jersey with your own last name and favorite number.Purchase a throwback jersey one size larger than normal if you plan on attending games or wearing the jersey around town.
Reply to this
very nice.....
Reply to this
I like this concept. I visited your blog for the first time and just been your fan. Keep posting as I am gonna come to read it everyday..
Reply to this
So is your son or daughter suffering from lack of motivation or are they not happy most of the times and are in depression. Well these are small problems that can escalate into life time issues if not taken care of at an early age.
Boot camps for teens are short-term high intensity camps that help motivate teens, and are especially designed to help teens that are struggling in their community, home, or school.
Reply to this
I admire the valuable information you offer in your articles. I will bookmark your blog and have my children check up here often. I am quite sure they will learn lots of new stuff here than anybody else!
Reply to this
Very nice article. I have 7 week pregnant, I take the less calories food,
Reply to this
I have gestational diabetes, able to control it through a healthy diet tailored for my specific needs.
Reply to this
The risk of gestational diabetes is just reason why prenatal care is so important.
Reply to this
I would like to thank you for the efforts you have made in writing this article. I am hoping the same best work from you in the future as well.
Reply to this
I keep listening to the news talk about getting free online grant applications so I have been searching around for the best site to get one.
Reply to this
The post is very nicely written and it contains many useful facts. I am happy to find your distinguished way of writing the post. Now you make it easy for me to understand and implement. Thanks for sharing with us.
Reply to this
Only if my name is petra (however, it isn't..). I also have been searching for free online grant application. The post is well written, good work.
Reply to this
What i was looking for. thank you for the informative post and keep up the good work!
Reply to this
I just stumbled upon your post.. a gud view point.. Hey ur post left me quenching for more Your post really gives out useful knowledge.. thanks
Reply to this
This is a really good read for me, Must admit that you are one of the best bloggers I ever saw.Thanks for posting this informative article.
Reply to this
I REALLY liked your post and blog! It took me a little bit to find your site...but I book marked it. Would you mind if I but a link back to your site?
Reply to this
Thank you for another great article. Where else could anyone get that kind of information in such a perfect way of writing? I have a presentation next week, and I am on the look for such information.
Reply to this
The information is nicely presented in post, I am happy to find many useful facts. Thanks for sharing.
Reply to this
This is a fantastic web site. Good sparkling user interface and nice informative blogs. I will be coming back soon, thanks for the great blog.
Reply to this
I am happy to find this post very useful for me, as it contains lot of information. I always prefer to read the quality content and this thing I found in you post. Thanks for sharing
Reply to this
Boot camps for teens are short-term high intensity camps that help motivate teens, and are especially designed to help teens that are struggling in their community, home, or school.
Reply to this
I am happy to find this post very useful for me, as it contains lot of information. I always prefer to read the quality content and this thing I found in you post. Thanks for sharing
Reply to this