International Literature Festival Dublin
Dublin’s annual celebration of the best of Irish and international literary talent
World War Weather with Sarah Webb
Dive into the real life history of World War II and learn about the true tale of Maureen Sweeney, the Mayo woman whose weather readings had a big impact.
Location :
In-PersonAge :
Multiple Ages SelectedDate :
Tue 21 MayTime :
12:00Venue :
Merrion Square Park - SperanzaPrice :
€4.00Sarah Webb returns to ILFD with her new book – a remarkable tale of friendship, bravery and adventure!
Dive into the real life history of World War II and learn about the true tale of Maureen Sweeney, the Mayo woman whose weather readings would impact the entire trajectory of the war. Based on Maureen’s incredible true story, Sarah’s new book The Weather Girls follows Grace Devine as she and her family and friends unknowingly change the course of history.
Students will also have a chance to ask Sarah their questions about storytelling, finding ideas, and how to write their own fantastic tales!
Sarah Webb is an award-winning children’s writer and children’s book champion. Her children’s books include A Sailor Went to Sea, Sea, Sea and Blazing a Trail: Irish Women Who Changed the World.
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CLASS: 4th – 6th Class
CURRICULUM: PLC, SE (His, Geo)
LANGUAGE: English
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ILFD-EXCLUSIVE BOOK PRICE: €9.00
Email susan@dubraybooks.ie to pre-order for your class.