Lucy Forde
- Subject(s):
- Science, History, Geography
- Curriculum Strands:
- Local Studies (History), Early people and ancient societies (History), Life, society, work and culture in the past (History), Continuity and change over time (History), Human environments (Geography), Natural environments (Geography), Environmental awareness and care (Geography/Science), Materials (Science), Energy and forces (Science)
- Counties catered for:
- Cavan, Dublin, Kildare, Laois, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Offaly, Westmeath, Wicklow
- Classes catered for:
- All Classes
Lucy explores historical food preparation with engaging and thought-provoking workshops. Her experience includes time as a professional baker and providing tours at Martry Mills in Co. Meath. Lucy holds a master’s degree in journalism and is passionate about getting children engaged in the story of where their food comes from. Milling is a unique lens to explore how ancient people found and processed grains—first by hand and then by harnessing the power present in their natural environment. At one time, practically every parish would have supported a busy mill. The history of milling is interwoven into the built heritage of Ireland, with important (and tasty!) lessons for today.
Testimonials
"We truly enjoyed having Lucy at our school and will love to have her back in the future. The children loved the workshop and really developed a great rapport with Lucy. The workshop was really interactive and every pupil in the room had the opportunity to get involved. The children learned a vast amount of information about the history and science of brown bread making covering many areas of the curriculum. They are looking forward to using their recipes at home to make more brown bread." - Scoil Bhríde Shelagh, Louth
"Lucy provided a great learning experience for the children. She presented her activities and information appropriate for the different levels. The children found it incredibly interesting and really enjoyed their input into making the bread. They especially enjoyed eating it! Lucy was so easy to deal with, and so pleasant always in the school. All teachers found her workshop brilliant and I will be highly recommending to other schools. Was a fabulous way for children to learn about our heritage." - St Ciaran's NS, Westmeath
"Lucy spent 4 days in our school working with all classes from Junior Infants to 3rd. Each visit was perfectly adapted to the children’s age with hands on activities and involvement. Children were engaged and Lucy interspersed story, history, questions and chat. A wonderful experience for all! Thank you Lucy." - St. Brigid's GNS, Dublin
"A really worthwhile experience for our pupils where they can hopefully appreciate the processes involved in bread making and the history of milling. Lucy was enthusiastic and engaging and really brought the experience to life." - St. Michael’s NS, Westmeath
"The children really enjoyed this unique opportunity to experience baking using traditional methods and learning about how our ancestors made bread." - Muchgrange NS, Louth
"The workshops were carried out over an entire week beginning on 13 May. Every child got to experience bread making and got to enjoy the fruits of their labour. It was a very positive experience for all the children and teachers in our school. They all loved it. Lucy, the facilitator was fantastic, hard working and professional." - Scoil Bhride, Kilbride
"Lucy visited our school for the History of Brown Bread making workshop. Children were interested and engaged throughout and loved making the bread. They had lots of interesting questions to ask Lucy and loved getting a chance to handle the different implements. Many of the children went home and made brown bread themselves." - St. Fintan's NS, Westmeath
"Lucy was excellent, the children loved her. We would love to have her back at any time" - St Nicholas Primary School, Meath
"The children thoroughly enjoyed the hands on nature of making brown bread." - Ballyfin NS, Laois
"Lucy was very pleasant and the children loved her hands-on activities. The baking was delicious. She was thoroughly prepared and used the time allowed to the maximum." - St. Brigid’s NS, Killygarry
"Lucy was fantastic and the children devoured the finished product! Thank you." - Rathbeggan NS, Meath
"Lucy was a fantastic facilitator with a wealth of knowledge. The hands on aspect on the experience was superb and the children loved it." - Scoil Bhríde, Cannistown NS, Meath
"Lucy was fantastic - the best heritage visit we have had!" - Moynalvey NS, Meath
Additional Information
- Provides in-person visits
- Caters for special needs
- Provides practical/hands-on activities
Contact Details
- Mobile:
- 083 0901901
- Email:
- lucypwhite@gmail.com