All about John Hume

John Hume was a kind and brave man from Northern Ireland who worked hard to bring peace to his country. He was born in 1937 and grew up in a place called Derry. John believed that everyone should be treated equally and with respect, no matter their background or beliefs.

As he grew older, John became a teacher and then a politician. He wanted to make sure that people in Northern Ireland could live together in peace and harmony. John worked with others to create a special agreement called the Good Friday Agreement, which helped to end the fighting and bring about peace in his country.

John Hume won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in bringing people together and promoting peace. He was known for his kindness, courage, and determination to make the world a better place for everyone.

John Hume's story teaches us that it's important to treat others with kindness and respect, and to work together to solve problems peacefully. He showed us that even one person can make a big difference in the world.

1. Who was John Hume?
2. Where did John Hume grow up?
3. What special agreement did John Hume work on to bring peace to Northern Ireland?
4. How did John Hume contribute to promoting peace in his country?
5. Why is John Hume considered an important historical figure?

A Visit to Derry/Londonderry

Hi, my name is Lily and I am 8 years old. I recently visited Derry/Londonderry, a city where John Hume was famous. It was such an exciting trip! One of the places we visited was the People's Gallery, a tourist attraction influenced by John Hume. The murals on the walls were so colorful and told stories about peace and unity. It was really interesting to learn about how one person can make a big difference in the world.

1. What is the name of the city I visited?
2. Who is John Hume and why is he famous?
3. What did I see at the People's Gallery in Derry/Londonderry?
4. How did the murals at the People's Gallery make me feel?
5. Why is it important to learn about people like John Hume?

John Hume Fact Finder

Your Turn...

After learning all about John Hume, your job is to create a timeline of their life. You should add all the important events in their life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!

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