Carlo Collodi, pen name for Carlo Lorenzini was an Italian children's writer known for the world-renowned fairy tale novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio. Collodi, is located in the Tuscan region of Italy, midway between Montecatini Terme Spa and Lucca. Pinocchio Theme Park has been visited by over eight million grown-ups and children since it opened in 1956, and Collodi is proud to be known as the "European Capital of Childhood". The story of Pinocchio has always been one of my very favorites and I was probably the most excited adult/child in our group to visit this very small village. I think I was the only one to have my picture taken with the sculptures of Pinocchio! It was the perfect place to buy souvenirs for my grandchildren and young friends. My childish ways and interests belie my 60+ years, but made for my success as a Pre-Kindergarden teacher.
No comments:
Post a Comment