Francesca Cadeddu
- Subject(s):
- History, Geography
- Curriculum Strands:
- Story (History), Local Studies (History), Early people and ancient societies (History), Life, society, work and culture in the past (History), Eras of change and conflict (History), Politics, conflict and society (History), Continuity and change over time (History), Human environments (Geography)
- Counties catered for:
- Dublin, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Louth, Meath, Wexford, Wicklow
- Classes catered for:
- Senior Infants, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Let’s go back in time together to discover the many amazing facts and people of Irish history and archaeology through crafts, fun and interactive presentations, and a true hands-on approach to bring history back to life for all the class.
Each of my workshop will have:
- an engaging and interactive presentation to give the children some facts and info about the topic at hand;
- a craft designed by me specifically for the topic, which will help the children’s learning through learning by doing. The crafts are age-appropriate and are led step-by-step by me;
- when possible, a story about the topic will bring to life people and facts for the children while they finish their craft, deepening the learning.
- A resource pack for the teacher, clear craft instructions and all the templates needed ready to be printed beforehand.
I have a PhD, a master, and a BA (Hons) in Archaeology, and I worked for several years with a company, Dig it Kids, that organises camps and events for children all over Ireland to ignite the children’s interest for Irish heritage.
All of my workshops are customisable to some extent and you can contact me requesting topics which can be particularly interesting for your class and, if I can, I would try and create the workshop that is perfect for your pupils.
Testimonials
"This was excellent. I was blown away with the children's engagement. Francesca was brilliant with them and full of fun and positivity. She was so well prepared and pitched the lesson at a very appropriate level. I would highly recommend!" - Scoil Mhuire GNS, Dublin
"We were very lucky to have Francesca visit our school and facilitate this workshop on Celtic Art and the Book of Kells. She is so knowledgeable and passionate about her work and she was just fantastic with the children, she gave time to every child and they absolutely loved the art activity. The Second Class teachers were so happy with their 'Illuminated letters' they are planning to use them to decorate the church for the children's First Holy Communion! Many thanks to Francesca!" - Scoil Mhuire na nGael, Louth
"Francesca was wonderful with our pupils. Her workshop was engaging, well prepared and very enjoyable for all pupils. I would thoroughly recommend a visit from her to any school." - St Joseph's CBS Primary, Louth
"Francesca was brilliant with the pupils. She caught their attention from the moment she started off with the history of Christianity in Ireland and had them enthralled as she shared her enthusiasm and deep knowledge of the history of monasteries, ringforts, the Book of Kells and High Crosses in Ireland. The children engaged enthusiastically in all discussion work on the photographs included in the presentation PDF and enjoyed the linked map work of the journey from Ireland to Iona, Scotland and back to Ireland. They had fun comparing the images/maps of Kells from different times and could spot what had stayed the same and what was different. They also absolutely loved the hands on parts of the workshop involving drawing Celtic knots and creating our own high cross. We can't wait to have Francesca back again for another workshop !" - St. Anne's NS, Meath
Additional Information
- Provides in-person visits
- Caters for special needs
- Provides practical/hands-on activities
Contact Details
- Mobile:
- 0838013004
- Email:
- fran.cadeddu@gmail.com