Families Part 3
Today we wrap up family week with everyone’s favorite grandma witch, Strega Nona! We’ll honor beloved children’s author and illustrator Tomie dePaola with all Strega Nona-themed activities, including a special reading by Bill Barretta!
Cuddle Up and Read
Don’t miss this reading of Strega Nona by the amazing Bill Barretta! Afterwards, point out some of the Italian words from the story to your child. Can you think of any others?
Strega Nona= grandma witch
nonna = grandmother
si = yes
grazie = thank you
Watch Bill Barretta read the story here.
Watch Together
In this clip from Telling Stories with Tomie, Bambolona and Big Anthony try to find the perfect gift for Strega Nona’s birthday. Ask your child:
What would you give Strega Nona for her birthday?
What did Strega Nona mean by saying Bambolona and Big Anthony’s gifts “came from the heart”?
Can you think of a gift that comes from the heart that you might give someone?
Watch the episode here.
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-ND
Share Some Love dal Cuore (From the Heart)
Now’s your chance to create something from the heart for someone, like Big Anthony and Bambolona! Who would enjoy getting a letter or drawing from you? Maybe a family member you can’t see right now? How about someone in a nursing home whose day could use a little brightening? Break out your markers, paints, or crayons, and create your own heartfelt piece of art. Then send it on to your loved one via email, or better yet, regular mail!
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