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Come along with us as we take a virtual trip to Italy and explore from home! Perhaps you’re planning a trip to Italy with kids in the future, or maybe you just want to learn more about the country right from home. Either way, this is a guide to learn about history, culture, food, people, as we take a virtual tour of Italy.
This guide is a great way to connect via heart and mind with those of diverse backgrounds from around the world. We can’t wait to learn more about the beauty and diversity of Italy with kids.
Our family likes to spend 1-2 weeks on a virtual field trip to each country. We typically spread out these activities and pick a couple each day. I hope you enjoy learning with us as we explore these Italian activities for kids!
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And you can find lots more book suggestions at this public library site HERE!
Video About Ancient Rome for Kids:
(Map from HERE)
Imagine a visit to Rome with kids!
Build a Roman aqueduct with plastic cups! Instructions HERE.
Here are a few staples of Italian food that your kids will love!
Here are a few simple Italian recipes to make with kids:
Or you could consider going out for pasta or gelato!
Paint 4 different seasons to go with each of the movements of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. While you’re painting, move your paintbrush along with the music.
Football (what Americans call soccer) is extremely popular in Italy!
We’ve loved putting together this resource to virtually visit Italy. We’d love to hear if you do any of these activities, or if you visit in person! We hope to inspire curiosity and connection through exploring and learning, and we hope this guide helps you and your families. Please share any activities you do with us over on our Instagram. And we’d be delighted if you passed this along to others, as well!
