Fields of Home by Marita Conlon-McKenna

Marita Conlon-McKenna is a wonderful author who writes books for children. She is from Ireland and has written many stories that are loved by kids all around the world. Her books often have exciting adventures, strong characters, and important messages about friendship and courage. One of her most famous books is "Under the Hawthorn Tree," which tells the story of three siblings during the Irish Famine. Marita's writing is full of heart and can make you feel like you are right there in the story with the characters. She is a talented storyteller who inspires young readers.

  1. What kind of stories does Marita Conlon-McKenna write?
  2. Where is Marita from?
  3. What is one of her most famous books?
  4. Why is Marita's writing described as full of heart?
  5. How can Marita Conlon-McKenna inspire young readers?

Fields of Home

Fields of Home is a wonderful book written by Marita Conlon-McKenna. It tells the story of a young girl named Eily who, along with her family, must leave their home and travel to America during the Great Famine in Ireland. Eily faces many challenges on her journey, but she learns about courage, strength, and the importance of family along the way. The book is full of heartwarming moments and will take you on an emotional journey through history.

  1. What is the name of the book?
  2. Who is the author of Fields of Home?
  3. Where does Eily and her family travel during the Great Famine?
  4. What are some lessons that Eily learns on her journey?
  5. Can you describe a heartwarming moment from the book?

Visit to the Birthplace of Fields of Home

Hi, I'm Bella and I'm 8 years old. I recently visited the birthplace of Marita Conlon-McKenna, a famous author, in Dublin, Ireland. Dublin is a beautiful city with so much history!

  1. We went to see where Marita Conlon-McKenna grew up.
  2. The streets of Dublin were bustling with people and colorful buildings.
  3. After the author's house, we visited the Dublin Zoo, which was so much fun!
  4. I saw so many animals and learned interesting facts about them.
  5. It was a great day exploring the city and learning about a famous author's roots.
  1. What is the name of the author whose birthplace I visited?
  2. Can you describe the streets of Dublin?
  3. What tourist attraction did I visit after seeing the author's house?
  4. What did I learn about animals at the Dublin Zoo?
  5. Which city did I explore during my visit?

Your Turn!

After reading Fields of Home by Marita Conlon-McKenna, 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!

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