Paolo Balboni, Roberta Pennasilico

The Tales of Creation: Earth, Sky, and the Four Elements
A Journey Through Myth and Imagination
Far away, among the galaxies of Queen Air, a deep solitude expands everywhere, while Prince Water bends the rain-filled clouds to his will.
The Sorceress Earth creates and destroys, loves and hates her creatures, while Prince Fire sacrifices his life to give eternal warmth to all of humanity.
These are the tales of the creation of Earth and Sky, where the dreams of every child, young and old, wander freely.

Project Objectives

• Introduce students of Italian language and culture to emotionally rich stories
• Feature stories by Prof. Balboni, valued for their authenticity, rich vocabulary, and imaginative depth
• Make reading more accessible by dividing each story into sections

A Dual Approach: Literature & Language Learning
While the main focus is on immersive and evocative reading, teachers have the optional choice to integrate language-learning activities only in the first story.
The decision to use any or all of the provided materials is entirely up to the teacher, allowing for flexibility and adaptation.

Practical Learning Activities
TEXT COMPREHENSION

• A1. Listen and Choose
• A2. Answer Questions

GUIDED TEXT PRODUCTION

• B1. Complete Sentences
• B2. Use Idiomatic Expressions
• B3. Practice Verb and Language Structures
• B4. Summarize a Text
• B5. Write a Text

FREE TEXT PRODUCTION

• C1. Talk About Yourself
• C2. Express Thoughts and Ideas

An Interactive Reading Experience
In all four stories, a built-in vocabulary tool allows students to see word definitions when hovering over terms, reinforcing the primary goal of this project: evocative and imaginative reading.

A Unique Educational Journey Blending Literature, Emotion, and Language!