On the Adriatic coast of Puglia, Molfetta is a seaside town better known for its fishing port than for picture books. Yet here, a small and heartwarming event invites children to slow down, listen and draw. Storie di gentilezza turns reading into a shared adventure.
A Morning Where Kindness Becomes a Story
Kindness is easy to talk about and harder to explain to a six-year-old. That is exactly why stories work so well. Through tales read aloud, children discover how a small gesture can change someone's day.
The workshops are led by Lucrezia Mastrapasqua, who combines reading and drawing in a single experience. Children are not just spectators: they listen, react and then pick up their pencils.
From Page to Paper: What Happens at the Table
The rhythm is simple and gentle. A story is read, a few ideas are shared, and then the creative part begins. It is a format that suits curious kids and shy ones alike.
- Stories read aloud that put kindness at the centre of the plot
- Free drawing where every child interprets the story in their own way
- Moments of conversation to share what each story made them feel
- Colours, paper and imagination instead of screens
- A relaxed atmosphere where staying together matters more than the result
Why It Feels Different from a Typical Family Outing
Many activities for children are about burning energy. This one is about the opposite: attention, listening and small acts of sharing. Parents often find themselves lingering at the edge of the room, quietly enjoying the story too.
Because the workshops are free, it is an easy addition to a family day out in Molfetta. Nothing to book a babysitter for, no pressure, just a pleasant hour or two built around books and drawing.
Make a Day of It in Molfetta
Once the pencils are put away, the town has plenty to offer families. Stroll through the whitewashed lanes of Molfetta Vecchia, the old town, and walk down to the harbour where fishing boats rock gently. A gelato along the seafront is almost mandatory after a morning of storytelling.
If the children still have energy, the old cathedral by the sea, known locally as the Duomo Vecchio, makes an impressive stop with its Romanesque towers.
A Few Tips Before You Go
- Bring a favourite pencil or colouring set if your child likes to use their own
- Check the Pro Loco Molfetta social page for the latest schedule before heading out
- Let children talk about their drawings afterwards: it is often the best part
- Consider reading a kindness-themed story at home that evening to keep the mood going
In a world that often moves too fast, an event like this is a small, welcome reminder that being kind is something we can learn, draw and share, one story at a time.