★“The 4 Sherlocks” is an engaging and educational series of children’s detective novels written by Jesús Cortés and illustrated by Oriol Malet. The series follows the adventures of four inseparable friends—Fran, Gomo, Mati, and Wen—who share a passion for solving mysteries. Inspired by their idol, Sherlock Holmes, they use their keen observation skills, logical reasoning, and teamwork to tackle various intriguing cases.
★ “The 4 Sherlocks” offers the potential for continued adventures and character development, encouraging readers to follow the series
and build a connection with the characters.
★10+.

Values of the sereis:
1. Teamwork and friendship:
The series highlights the importance of working together and supporting one another. The characters’ diverse skills and personalities contribute
to their success, emphasising collaboration and mutual respect.
2. Perseverance and determination:
Each adventure showcases the characters’ persistence in solving mysteries and facing obstacles, teaching young readers that perseverance and a never-give-up attitude are crucial in achieving goals.
3. Observation and deduction: Careful observation and logical reasoning are central themes.
The character’s ability to notice details and deduce conclusions encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Courage and bravery:
The characters often face situations requiring courage and bravery. Their willingness to face fears and take risks inspires readers to be brave in their own lives.
5. Diversity and inclusion:
The series celebrates diversity, showing that different backgrounds and perspectives enhance teamwork and lead to success. It promotes the idea that everyone has unique strengths.
6. Educational value:
Beyond entertainment, the series provides educational insights into historical artefacts, cultural heritage, and physical activity, encouraging curiosity and a love for learning.
7. Empathy and social awareness: Through events like charity tournaments and exploring rare diseases, the series fosters empathy and social awareness, teaching the importance of helping others and being aware of global issues.
8. Adventure and discovery: Each book has exciting adventures and discoveries, capturing young readers’ imaginations and encouraging a sense of wonder and exploration.

These values make “The 4 Sherlocks” series entertaining and enriching for young readers, providing them with important life lessons and skills.

The series includes 6 books:
A Very Sporty Robbery
Ramsum’s Missing Swords
The Locker Room Ghosts
The Lost Treasure
Superheroes
The Case of the Smiling Skull

The stolen funds from a charity football tournament lead the 4 Sherlocks to their first case as detectives. They don’t know it yet, but it’s only a matter of time before they prove their skills in the art of deduction and become... the 4 Sherlocks!
• Universal themes: Teamwork, friendship, perseverance.
• Values: Importance of observation and deduction, value of sports and physical activity. Charity event for Apert syndrome, fostering empathy and awareness about global health issues.
• Series potential: Introduction to the characters and their detective skills, setting the stage for future adventures.

Jesús Cortés is a renowned writer and translator of children’s and young adult literature. Throughout hisnd translato career, he has received several literary awards. In addition to writing, he has adapted classics of world literature to make these works accessible to young audiences.

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work isthe essence of the stories he illustrates.