The Butterfly Shell by Maureen White

Maureen White is a wonderful author who writes exciting and magical stories for children. Her books are full of adventure, friendship, and fun! Maureen White's characters are brave and kind, and they always work together to solve problems and help others. Children all around the world love reading Maureen White's books because they take us on amazing journeys to faraway places and teach us important lessons about being a good friend and never giving up. So, if you ever see a book by Maureen White in your library or bookstore, be sure to pick it up and let your imagination soar!

  1. Who is the author of The Butterfly Shell?
  2. What are some qualities of Maureen White's characters?
  3. Why do children all around the world love reading Maureen White's books?
  4. How do Maureen White's stories teach us important lessons?
  5. If you could meet one of Maureen White's characters, what would you ask them and why?

The Butterfly Shell

The Butterfly Shell is a magical book written by Maureen White that takes you on an exciting adventure. The story follows a young girl named Lily who discovers a mysterious shell that transforms into a butterfly! Together, Lily and the butterfly explore a world filled with wonders and surprises.

  1. What is the name of the main character in The Butterfly Shell?
  2. Can you describe the transformation that the shell undergoes in the story?
  3. Where do Lily and the butterfly go on their adventure?
  4. What do you think the butterfly symbolizes in the story?
  5. How would you feel if you found a magical shell like Lily did?

Visit to the Birthplace of The Butterfly Shell

Hi, my name is Emily and I am 8 years old. Today, I want to tell you all about my exciting visit to the birthplace of Maureen White! We traveled to Dublin, Ireland, which is the nearest city to where Maureen White was born.

  1. I was amazed to learn that Maureen White, the famous author, grew up in this beautiful city.
  2. We also visited the Guinness Storehouse, a popular tourist attraction in Dublin. It was so cool to see how they make the famous Guinness beer!
  1. What is the name of the famous author whose birthplace I visited?
  2. Where is the birthplace of Maureen White located?
  3. Can you describe one thing I learned about the Guinness Storehouse?
  4. What is the capital city of Ireland?
  5. How did Maureen White inspire me during my visit?

Your Turn!

After reading The Butterfly Shell by Maureen White, 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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