by InTrieste
In an effort to foster a love of reading from an early age, the historic Miramare Castle and Marine Protected Area will once again host LeggiAMO 0-18, a regional initiative promoting literacy among children aged 0 to 6 and their families. Sponsored by the Autonomous Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia, the program features a packed schedule of 36 events throughout 2025, blending storytelling, hands-on activities, and environmental education.
The initiative, which has grown in popularity over the years, will take place across Miramare’s iconic locations—including the castle’s throne room, its ancient kitchens, the Biodiversity Marine Center, and the castle grounds. Each session encourages shared reading experiences, interactive workshops, and guided visits, reinforcing both literacy and a connection to nature.
One of this year’s highlights is Storie da Toccare (Stories to Touch), an innovative project introducing tactile books that allow children to explore stories through touch. This initiative, supported by the sponsorship of Saul Sadoch S.p.A., will integrate reading sessions with guided explorations of the castle’s art collection, helping children engage with storytelling in a more immersive way.
Special events will also mark key dates in the literary and cultural calendar, including World Book Day (April 23), Museum Festival (May 17-18), European Heritage Days (September 21), and the annual Un Libro Lungo Un Giornoreading marathon on October 31. Additionally, the program will host bilingual Italian-Slovenian reading sessions at BioMa on November 9, coinciding with the anniversary of Miramare’s Marine Protected Area and the celebration of St. Martin’s Day.
Andreina Contessa, director of the Miramare Castle Museum and Park, emphasized the initiative’s importance: “Reading in a museum has become a cherished tradition here at Miramare. The addition of tactile books makes the experience even more inclusive, transforming learning into an exciting adventure.”
Maurizio Spoto, director of WWF’s Marine Protected Area, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the program’s environmental focus: “Encouraging children to discover nature through storytelling fosters respect and empathy for the environment. Books, quality storytelling, and guided explorations create meaningful connections between young readers and the world around them.”
Last year, more than 260 children and 355 adults took part in the initiative—a number expected to grow with the expanded 2025 program. All sessions are free but require advance registration.
For more information and to register, contact:
- trieste@villaggiopercrescere.it | +39 338 9328424
- natiperleggere.trieste@gmail.com | +39 349 3256747
