Explore Italy

Join us as we explore Italy with Around the World with Disney Movies. We will explore the culture, food, music and traditions of Italy with crafts and activities. This virtual field trip can be enjoyed on its own or paired with our Pinocchio movie night.

About Pinocchio

Pinocchio is set in a tiny Tuscan village of Collodi. Collodi is a part of the municipality of Pescia in the Tuscany region of central Italy. It is a medieval village first documented in the 12th century.

The Adventures of Pinocchio is a children’s novel written by Carlo Lorenzini, an author who spent his boyhood in Collodi and eventually took its name as his pen name. Pinocchio was a wooden puppet carved by a wood carver named Geppetto. He dreamed of becoming a real boy and had a tendency to lie which caused his nose to grow. The story first appeared in 1881 in “Children’s Magazine” and was later published as a book in 1883.

Pinocchio is a timeless classic and was animated by Walt Disney in 1940. It was the second animated feature film produced by Disney following the success of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). It became the first animated feature to win a competitive Academy Award for best original score and best original song, “When You Wish Upon a Star,” which happens to be my absolute favorite Disney song.

Fun Activities

Our family is in the process of traveling around the world through Disney movies. Pinocchio is our seventh stop! To see our other destinations click here.

We invite you to learn about the culture and geography of Italy through our Around the World with Disney Movies seriesBelow are some resources to help you experience Italy from the comfort of your home.

Music

Italy is home to incredible music traditions, composers, and performers. There are rich learning and listening opportunities for the whole family!

Listen to great music by Italian Classical Music and learn more about each Italian composers and their music with Classics for Kids.
Experience some Italian Folk Music

Art

Italy is also home to some great master artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Visit an art gallery, learn more about these masters, and enjoy art projects inspired by their style.