Storie Sotto Le Stelle Podcast - La Bottega Delle Meraviglie Vegetali (Letto in Italiano) | Storie Sotto Le Stelle Podcast | Storie Brevi Per Bambini E Giovani Di Cuore

La Bottega Delle Meraviglie Vegetali (Letto in Italiano) | Storie Sotto Le Stelle Podcast | Storie Brevi Per Bambini E Giovani Di Cuore

03/08/25 • 4 min

La bottega delle meraviglie vegetali

Con l’arrivo della primavera, sotto il soffice manto della terra, i tuberi e le radici iniziarono a svegliarsi. Le carote stiracchiavano le loro punte arancioni con il ciuffo verde. Le patate rotonde e paffute sussurravano fra di loro.

“Sento il tepore del sole anche qui sotto,” disse una barbabietola tutta rossa. “Non vi sembra il momento perfetto per mostrarci al mondo?”

“Hai ragione!” rispose entusiasta una cipolla. “Basta restare qui sotto! Voglio brillare tra gli scaffali di un bel negozio.”

Così si misero in movimento verso la superficie. La terra si apriva dolcemente per far passare quelle radici allegre e decise. Una volta emerse, iniziarono a passeggiare spensierate tra gli olivi delle colline di Querceto, chiacchierando contente della loro nuova avventura.

Lungo il loro cammino, dei passerotti saltavano sui rami e, vedendo l'allegra brigata chiacchierona, subito cinguettarono: “Cip, cip, cip! Dove andate, belle verdure profumate?”

“A cercare il negozio più speciale del paese per metterci in mostra,” risposero.

Un contadino, che da tanti anni coltivava con passione e si prendeva cura della qualità dei suoi prodotti, le notò e, con delicatezza, le raccolse. Le sistemò in un cesto e le portò fino al negozio di Sesto Fiorentino, che conosceva bene per la sua attenzione ai migliori prodotti della terra.

Sull’insegna sopra la vetrina c’era scritto: LA BOTTEGA DELLE MERAVIGLIE VEGETALI.

Nelle ceste curate con amore, le carote sfoggiavano il loro arancio vivace, le patate brillavano e persino le cipolle si pavoneggiavano con le loro sfumature lucenti. Anche i ravanelli ridacchiavano e si mettevano in mostra contenti.

I clienti non potevano resistere a quello spettacolo di colori e profumi e si fermavano incantati dicendo: “Che verdure spettacolari! Questo sì che è un negozio ben fornito e di qualità.”

Le verdure erano soddisfatte di essere apprezzate e comprate — sapevano che avrebbero regalato sapori e sorrisi in ogni cucina con piatti prelibati. Ricche di gusto e nutrienti, erano felici di essere ingredienti sani e genuini per tutti, dai più piccoli ai più grandi, portando in tavola la gioia e il calore di un pasto condiviso in famiglia e con amici, secondo la tradizione italiana.
E allora, buon appetito a tutti quanti.

Each story is currently written and narrated in both Italian and English.
The translation from Italian (the original language) to English and the reading of the stories are performed using Generative Artificial Intelligence — which perhaps has a touch of magic... We hope it has done a good job!
If you like it, make sure to tell your friends, family, and teachers, and subscribe to this podcast to stay updated. You’ll be able to read or listen to new stories as soon as they become available.

Visit us On The Official Website https://www.storiesottolestelle.com/

La bottega delle meraviglie vegetali

“Sento il tepore del sole anche qui sotto,” disse una barbabietola tutta rossa. “Non vi sembra il momento perfetto per mostrarci al mondo?”

“Hai ragione!” rispose entusiasta una cipolla. “Basta restare qui sotto! Voglio brillare tra gli scaffali di un bel negozio.”

Lungo il loro cammino, dei passerotti saltavano sui rami e, vedendo l'allegra brigata chiacchierona, subito cinguettarono: “Cip, cip, cip! Dove andate, belle verdure profumate?”

“A cercare il negozio più speciale del paese per metterci in mostra,” risposero.

Sull’insegna sopra la vetrina c’era scritto: LA BOTTEGA DELLE MERAVIGLIE VEGETALI.

I clienti non potevano resistere a quello spettacolo di colori e profumi e si fermavano incantati dicendo: “Che verdure spettacolari! Questo sì che è un negozio ben fornito e di qualità.”

Visit us On The Official Website https://www.storiesottolestelle.com/

Previous Episode

On A Bench Waiting For The Train | A Story Under the Stars (Read In English) | Stories Sotto Le Stelle Podcast | Short Stories For Children And The Young At Heart

On a Bench, Waiting for the Train

At the village station, under a long wooden canopy, steel tracks ran on both sides, allowing trains to speed past in a blur. But every now and then, some would stop, only for a moment, before continuing their journey after passengers had disembarked and boarded.

Grandfather had promised many times to take his grandson to visit the train station near their home, and now they were finally there. Standing on the platform, the boy waited with eager anticipation—his first time seeing a train arrive.

After a few minutes, a bell rang, followed by an announcement:
"Train number 75265 arriving on Track 2. Coming from here, going there. Please pay attention and board if it’s yours. It won’t wait long—it’s running late, as usual..."

Soon, the locomotive appeared in the distance, approaching rapidly before slowing to a stop in front of them.

The boy had never seen anything so overwhelming. Gripping his grandfather’s trousers, he shrank back and cried out:
"Help, help, help!"

To his eyes, the train was a towering iron giant, covered in strange designs, exuding mystery. A moving machine on rails. A long, mechanical serpent, fast as lightning—imposing, unfamiliar, and yet... fascinating.

Passengers stepped out of the open carriage doors, while others hurried aboard. Some people rushed back and forth, luggage in hand, checking schedules on glowing boards before boarding their trains to destinations unknown.

"Maybe it’s not a monster after all. The grown-ups aren’t scared like I am."

The boy tried to be brave, glancing up at his grandfather, who smiled and took his hand. They lingered at the station for a while, sitting on a bench, watching trains come and go, the stationmaster blowing his whistle, the endless movement of travelers.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, Grandfather bought two ice creams—strawberry and pistachio—from the station café. Enjoying their sweet treats, they strolled home, hearts light with happiness.

A few days later, it was the boy’s birthday. Grandfather never had any doubt about what to give him. They returned to the station, and after purchasing two tickets, he said:
"Now you’re old enough to travel. So today, we set off on your first adventure. And just wait—when you grow up, you’ll have so many more!"

But these were no ordinary tickets.

When the station clerk heard it was the boy’s first train journey, he called over the Stationmaster. With a knowing smile, the Stationmaster reached into his pocket and handed them two colorful tickets that read:

Destination: End of the Line Station
Train Number: 18674
Valid for: Round Trip
Platform: 2 and 1/2, almost 3
Valid in: Sun, rain, snow, or wind
Includes: Popcorn and souvenir

"Huh, how odd," Grandfather thought, scratching his head beneath his hat.
"But everyone knows you can always trust the Stationmaster."

And so, hand in hand, they made their way to Platform 2 and 1/2, almost 3.

A few benches were occupied by waiting passengers, but one was free. They sat side by side. Excitement buzzed in the air like migrating birds, their imaginations already soaring as a soft breeze brushed their faces.

The train was arriving!

A whistle. The screech of brakes. The hum of engines. The overhead speakers announced:

"Attention, attention! Train Number 18674 is now at the station. Departure imminent for the End of the Line Station. The weather is uncertain, but that’s fine—nothing to be done about it anyway. Fresh, crunchy popcorn will be served throughout the journey."

The train slowed to a full stop, and with a gentle creak, its doors swung open. No one got off, but many climbed aboard, quickly filling the seats—except for one at the back of the carriage.

Grandfather settled into it, placing his grandson on his lap. The boy felt safe there.

With wide eyes, he took in the strange world around him. Some seats faced forward, others backward.

"Which ones were pointing the right way?"

He wondered for a moment, then, with a spark of imagination, transformed the passengers into pieces on a grand chessboard, ready for a fantastic game.

A tall, broad-shouldered man with a long beard stood at the front.
"Aha! An ogre!"

Beside him, a plump woman with strong features.
"Definitely the ogress!"

At the center, a blonde girl with blue eyes, absorbed in her phone.
"A princess!"

A heavily tattooed man with multiple earrings and a face full of stories.
"An explorer!"

Further back, a young woman in a wide-brimmed straw hat, wearing flowing clothes and bracelets that jingled softly.
"A traveler!"

Next Episode

The Wondrous Vegetable Shop | A Story Under the Stars (Read In English) | Stories Sotto Le Stelle Podcast | Short Stories For Children And The Young At Heart

The Wondrous Vegetable Shop

With the arrival of spring, beneath the soft mantle of the earth, tubers and roots began to awaken. The carrots stretched their orange tips with their green tufts. The round and plump potatoes whispered among themselves.

“I can feel the warmth of the sun even down here,” said a deep red beetroot. “Doesn’t it seem like the perfect moment to show ourselves to the world?”

“You’re right!” an enthusiastic onion replied. “Enough of staying down here! I want to shine on the shelves of a beautiful shop.”

So, they began their journey toward the surface. The earth gently parted to let those cheerful and determined roots pass through. Once they emerged, they started strolling carefree among the olive trees of the Tuscan hills, chatting happily about their new adventure.

Along their path, some sparrows hopped on the branches and, seeing the lively and chatty group, immediately chirped: “Chirp, chirp, chirp! Where are you going, fragrant vegetables?”

“To find the most special shop in town and put ourselves on display,” they replied.

A farmer, who had cultivated with passion for many years and cared deeply about the quality of his produce, noticed them and gently gathered them. He placed them in a basket and took them to a shop in Sesto Fiorentino, well known for its dedication to the finest products of the land.

Above the shop’s window, the sign read: THE WONDROUS VEGETABLE SHOP.

In baskets lovingly arranged, the carrots displayed their vibrant orange color, the potatoes gleamed, and even the onions proudly showed off their shining hues. The radishes giggled and happily put themselves on display as well.

Customers couldn’t resist such a spectacle of colors and scents and stopped, enchanted, saying: “What spectacular vegetables! Now this is a well-stocked and high-quality shop!”

The vegetables were delighted to be appreciated and purchased—they knew they would bring flavors and smiles to every kitchen with delicious dishes. Full of taste and nutrients, they were happy to be healthy and wholesome ingredients for everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, bringing to the table the joy and warmth of a meal shared with family and friends, following Italian tradition.

And so, buon appetito to everyone!

Visit us On The Official Website https://www.storiesottolestelle.com/