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Italian Summer Camp 2021

Spend the summer learning Italian in a unique immersive environment where children make friends and have lots of fun! We are in our 16th year of Italian immersion giving children the unique experience of language, culture and friendship. Children divide their day into several segments that include cooking, art, language learning, sports, and music and dance. Each component provides the campers with a world of Italian culture. Click here to register.

Read why your child should learn a language this summer!

Asilo italiano – Italian Preschool 2021/22 Enroll Now Open!

Did you know the the brain is NOT neurologically set to learn just ONE language? In fact it has the capacity to learn many languages simultaneously. Studies have shown that speaking two or more languages produces a kind of intelligence that goes beyond language. In fact, speaking two languages fluently transforms the most important operations of the brain in quite ingenious ways. The result is a sharper and more flexible brain.

Young children learn languages best through on-on-one interaction with real people. They also acquire language by living it and talking about important things in their life. At La Piazza di Carolina our classes are kept small so that we may provide that one-on-one experience. We also create an environment that is meaningful and relevant to the young child. Our immersion program is dedicated to channeling bilingualism and aiding the family in their goal to introduce it at a young age. Read more about our program.

5 Reasons to Enroll in Italian Camp this Summer!

Summer camp is always a great option for your kids, but have you ever thought about a language learning camp? Not only does La Piazza di Carolina’s summer camp offer all of the fun of an ordinary day camp, but it incorporates learning the Italian language. Your child will gain all of the benefits of learning a new language in an environment that is safe and engaging. Here are a five reasons why you should sign up:

1. Language development

Your child will be fully immersed in the Italian language throughout every activity, learning new vocabulary every day.

2. It’s fun!

Our camp activities include games, songs, arts & crafts, dance, and outdoor play. Snacks are included!

3. New friends

Our campers will be learning and playing together with other children in their age range, they will make many new friends.

4. Communication skills Your child will be learning to express themselves in a new language, they will be able to converse with their fellow campers in a whole new way.

5. Unique Experience Being enrolled in a language camp is a great opportunity for your child because it is a rare and culturally enriching learning experience.

La Piazza di Carolin’s summer camp is a wonderful chance for your child to continue learning over the summer months. There is no stress of homework or sitting in a dull classroom, campers are immersed in a relaxed setting that encourages playful learning.

So why wait? Enroll your child this summer and watch them love learning Italian! 

Register online at www.lapiazzadicarolina.com 

Il presepio napolitano

Molto sentita soprattutto nel meridione d’Italia, la tradizione del presepe che la rappresentazione scenica della nativita’ di Gesu’ Bambino e in quasi tutte le case accanto dell’albero di Natale, lo si prepara con molta cura. Tutta la famiglia partecipa allla sua realizzazione dove oltre alla grotta in cui insieme al bue, all’asinello, a San Giuseppe e alla Madonna viene posto Gesu’ Bambino alla sua nascita’, ci sono anche scene di vita quotidiana come la contadina che munge le caprette, il falegname che pialla il legno, la donna che porta una cesta piena di pane, i bambini che giocano, il vecchierello che fuma la pipa, il pescatore che tira la rete, il tutto illuminato da piccolissime luci che rendono questo piccolo paesello molto suggestivo.
Via San Gregorio Armeno una stradina di Napoli, famosa in tutta Italia dove si costruiscono dei presepi bellissimi e in questo periodo quasi impossibile andarci perche ci sono tantissimi visitatori.

Giorgia M., Eastchester

“Carolina, thank you for everything! Adriana really enjoyed camp and learned a lot. She has been singing the Buongiorno song and saying words in Italian! It was the first time she has ever been dropped off without family and she felt so comfortable with you. Looking forward to the fall class. Grazie!”

Jeralyn M., Harrison, NY

“Grazie mille! Lachlan had so much fun in Italian school this year. He loved singing and using Italian words at home. Can’t wait to see you again next year!”

Alexandra G., Cortland Manor

Dear Carolina,
Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to work with you this summer! It was a wonderful, eye opening experience that has certainly helped to affirm my desire to teach. Best of luck to you and your program int he future.

Andrea A., Harrison

Dear Carolina,
I can’t believe another year has gone. I want to express my gratitude for all you do throughout the year for our kids! Enjoy your summer! See you in the fall!

Francesca K., Tuckahoe

Dear Carolina & Staff,
thank you so much for your kindness and positive learning environment. Angelo has enjoyed his pre-k 3 program immensely and will surely miss “Carolina’s school!”
Speriamo di vederti nel prossimo futuro. Buona fortuna con i prossimi programmi e mantenere viva la ricchezza della nostra cultura.
Un forte abbraccio,
La Famiglia K

Maria R., White Plains

“My 3/12 year-old daughter loves her “Scuola di Italiano” with Signora Carolina. Even though she only attends two mornings a week and started last September, she already uses the language without prompting, tries to make up compound words on her own–many times successfully–and constantly wants to know how to say words in Italian.”