St. Mary's Episcopal Day School, Florida, USA, selected The Babel Corner Italy (Beyond Rome!): The Secret Code of the Magic Door, for its 2026/2027 academic year and ordered 160 copies for students across multiple grade levels.
The school will also host a series of immersive cultural workshops for approximately 500 students aged 4 to 14.
The Babel Corner combines:
adventure storytelling
cultural discovery
geography
language exposure
interactive learning
creativity and critical thinking
Designed for children aged 6–12, the experience can also be adapted for wider age groups through workshops and classroom activities.
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“It taught me a lot about Italy. Now I know a lot of Italian words and am excited for our global theme next year!”
— Ava, Grade 5
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“It taught me a lot about Italy in a way that makes it fun and interesting to read.”
— Addy, Grade 5
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“I learned new Italian words, loved the characters, and enjoyed the riddles.”
— Caroline, Grade 3
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“I liked it because they got to see amazing places such as Rome, Italy and Venice.”
— William, Grade 3
“Our goal is to open children’s minds beyond the bubble of their everyday world, and The Babel Corner does exactly that. It combines adventure, culture, and meaningful learning in a format that feels highly accessible for young readers.” — Matt Schifeling, Intermediate Division Head & Associate Head of Strategic Initiatives
Workshop Formats
The Babel Corner offers immersive workshops adaptable for:
cultural weeks
literacy programs
international days
geography projects
language discovery activities
creative storytelling sessions
Available for schools internationally.