About Us

Why an Italian Children's Market?

It all began with a little Italian-speaking bear named Giovanni.

As a mother, Isabella Centofanti wanted to share the language and culture of her family with her young sons. She drew from her own childhood—filled with Italian and German words at the dinner table, music in the home, and time spent in her father’s village in Abruzzo. Those experiences sparked a lifelong love for her heritage.

Italian Children’s Market was created to pass that same love on to the next generation—through play, stories, and meaningful connection.

An artist at heart, Isabella designs many of the products herself and thoughtfully selects others from Italy. Each item is chosen to help children learn, explore, and feel connected to Italian language and culture.

We invite you to browse and discover something special for your child—something that inspires learning, joy, and a lasting connection to their roots.