Visual Arts Unit - Eva's Journey by Judi Curtin

Judi Curtin is a wonderful and famous author who writes books for kids just like you! She was born in Ireland and she loves writing stories that make you laugh and think. Judi wrote lots of books, like the 'Alice and Megan' series and the 'Eva' series. Her books are about friendship, adventure, and finding your own voice. Judi believes that reading is like going on an amazing journey, and she wants you to enjoy every word you read. So, next time you see a book by Judi Curtin, give it a try and have fun exploring her exciting stories!

What kind of stories does Judi Curtin write?
Where was Judi Curtin born?
What are some of the book series written by Judi Curtin?
What are Judi Curtin's books about?
Why does Judi Curtin believe reading is like going on a journey?

Eva's Journey

Eva's Journey is an exciting book written by Judi Curtin. It tells the story of a young girl named Eva who goes on an incredible adventure.

Eva is a curious and adventurous girl who loves to explore. One day, she discovers a magical key that unlocks a hidden door in her house. This door leads her to a whole new world filled with amazing creatures and surprising challenges.

Throughout her journey, Eva meets new friends who help her along the way. She encounters talking animals, solves puzzles, and even learns a few magic spells. But she also faces dangerous obstacles and has to use her cleverness and bravery to overcome them.

This book is not only full of excitement and adventure, but it also teaches important values such as friendship, courage, and perseverance. Eva's Journey shows us that we can achieve anything if we believe in ourselves and never give up.

What is the name of the book?
Who is the author of the book?
What does Eva find that leads her to a new world?
What are some of the challenges Eva faces on her journey?
What values does Eva's Journey teach us?

Visit to the Birthplace of Eva's Journey

Hi, my name is Isabelle and I'm 8 years old. Today, I want to tell you all about my recent visit to the birthplace of one of my favorite authors, Judi Curtin. She was born in the beautiful city of Cork, which is in Ireland.

My family and I went on a trip to Cork during our summer vacation, and I was so excited to visit the place where Judi Curtin grew up. We visited her birthplace, which is a cozy little house in the heart of the city. It was amazing to think that such a talented author started her journey right there!

While we were in Cork, we also visited a famous tourist attraction called Blarney Castle. It's located just outside the city and is known for its magical stone. Legend has it that if you kiss the Blarney Stone, you'll be given the gift of eloquence. I didn't kiss it though because it looked a bit scary being so high up!

What is the name of the author whose birthplace I visited?
Where is the birthplace of the author located?
What is the name of the tourist attraction we visited in Cork?
What is the legend associated with the Blarney Stone?
Why didn't I kiss the Blarney Stone?

Your Turn!

After reading Eva's Journey by Judi Curtin, how about creating your own piece of writing based on the book? Perhaps you may prefer to write a book review of the book instead? Another idea might be to give a summary of the book or create a picture that summarises the book. Perhaps you could redesign the book cover? Whatever you or your teacher decides you try and do, good luck!