St. Pier Giorgio Frassati: To The Heights-Verso L'alto | Catholic Kids Story | Man of the Beatitudes

Discover the inspiring life of *Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati**! This **5-minute Catholic lesson for kids* tells the story of the energetic young man from Italy who loved mountain climbing, laughing with friends, and serving the poor. Learn the meaning of his famous motto, *"To The Heights!" (Verso L'alto)* [00:52], and how his life earned him the nickname *"The Man of the Beatitudes"* [01:47].

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👩‍🏫 For Teachers & Catechists (Lesson Plan Resource)
*Educational Resource:* This animated story is perfect for teaching *Social Justice, Serving the Poor, Holiness in Daily Life, and the importance of the Rosary and daily Mass.* It's ideal for Catholic homeschooling, parish religious education (CCD), or classroom use. Teachers: *Feel free to embed this lesson in your Google Classroom or LMS!*

📝 Key Lesson Snippet
Born into a wealthy family in *Italy**, Pier Giorgio's greatest treasure was the **Eucharist* and the *Rosary* [00:35]. He saw his love for God in service to the poor, often visiting the sick and giving away his own clothes and money [01:09]. His funeral revealed his secret life of charity, surprising his own family. A special sign of his holiness is his *incorruptible body* [02:22]. Blessed Pier Giorgio reminds us that holiness is found in friendship, laughter, and a love that gives without counting the cost.

👑 Themes, Feast Day & Concepts
*Key Concepts:* Verso L'alto, Beatitudes, Social Justice, Charity, Incorruptibility.
*Patron Saint of:* Students, Mountain Climbers, Young Adults, and those who serve the poor.
*Feast Day:* July 4th.
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