On Wednesday, April 15, Primavera players from Como 1907, Francesco Andrealli and Matteo Papaccioli, took part in a series of workshop activities alongside the children of the Scuola dell’Infanzia Orsoline San Carlo, sharing educational and playful moments as part of Parolario Junior 2026.
The 2026 edition of Parolario Junior, a project born from the experience of the Parolario festival and designed to bring children closer to reading and to discovering the world through hands-on experiences deeply connected to the local area, focused this year on the theme “Roots”, an invitation to discover how everything grows and transforms through care and time, just like we do.
Como 1907 took part in the initiative for the second consecutive year, bringing an authentic presence into local schools, fully aligned with the Club’s values.
During the morning, guided by agronomist Walter Pironi, the children were involved in the “Educational Gardens” workshop, dedicated to plant care and the art of sowing. The pupils explored the plant life cycle by observing its different stages up close, touching natural elements, and understanding how each step requires time, attention, and care. Together with the young Biancoblù players, they then planted pea seeds, entrusting them to the soil with the commitment to care for them in the days ahead in the classroom. “It felt like being a child again,” said Como 1907 midfielder Matteo Papaccioli at the end of the morning, highlighting the authenticity of the experience.
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Paola Carlotti, representative of the Parolario ETS Cultural Association, also reflected on the educational value of the initiative: “Sowing is a simple but powerful gesture: it means believing in something that is not yet visible, accepting the time of waiting, and learning to observe small changes, starting with those in the environment. It is an experience that speaks of responsibility and trust, closely linked to the sporting journey, which is built on consistency, training, and gradual growth. In this context, different kinds of roots met: those of nature, connected to the earth and its cycles, and those more symbolic, linked to identity and a sense of belonging.”
The day continued with the creative workshop “Colors Born from Nature”, led by art therapist Jessica Molinari. By working with natural pastes and pigments derived from spices and vegetables, the children experienced a direct sensory connection with materials, creating spontaneous works free from predefined structures.
In this setting as well, the two young Lariani players showed a different side, marked by listening and presence, far from the rhythms of the pitch. “It was emotional to share these moments with them,” said Francesco Andrealli, captain of the Primavera side. “It was a natural exchange: doing something hands-on together with the children is stimulating for them, but it was for me as well.”
Parolario Junior once again proves to be a project capable of weaving together words, nature, and action, transforming stories into real experiences. Thanks to the support of Fondazione Como ETS, the initiative continues to offer meaningful and accessible educational opportunities, reinforcing the strong bond between the Club and its local community. In this open dialogue, sport becomes a tool to support the growth of younger generations, connecting different realities in a shared path of development