“O friend, o gracious moon, once more returns to mindThe turning of the year, when over this wooded knoll,I came, full of pain, admiring thee:And there you hung over that woodAnd then, as now, everything bathed in light.”To the moon – Giacomo Leopardi (translation by Michael Curtotti) Since childhood, the […]
Maria Beatrice Lupi
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In a world overwhelmed by waste and plastic, a growing awareness of environmental issues urges us to reflect. Can we fix this? What positive habits can each of us adopt, in our own small way, to help improve the situation? If we look around our homes, we see we are […]
It is often assumed that gestation, birth, and caring for the young are roles exclusively associated with the mother. However, in nature, this is not always the case! Who would have thought that some types of fish have a mother who lays the eggs and a father who takes care […]
Who among us, as children, hasn’t dreamed of embarking on an adventure to explore majestic mountains, shadowy forests, and the creatures that call them home? This month’s book recommendation is a perfect choice for both young and adult readers eager to experience thrilling journeys and uncover the wonders of nature. […]
We are quickly approaching the beautiful season and the awakening of nature: plants will soon be covered in flowers, and bees will return to visit them. However, their numbers are dwindling. Why is this happening? With our young readers, we will discover the reasons alongside little Bee Valentina. The bees […]