1. Do you think life is diffi cult for people living in the places shown in these images? Give reasons for your answer.
2. The second image of a Syrian refugee camp shows some young children. In what ways are their childhoods different to yours?
Investigate
Work in groups to fi nd out more about one of the following topics: the homeless crisis in Ireland the Syrian refugee crisis.
Discuss your fi ndings with the class. (For information on how to carry out research see page xvii.)
Create
Imagine you have moved into one of the places shown on page 15. Write your diary entry after your fi rst night at your new home in the space provided on page 4 of your Portfolio. Include information about:
where you lived before how you felt during your fi rst night at your new home how it is different (better or worse) than your previous home your fears or hopes for the future. Use the checklist below to help you.
Diary entries
Date ‘Dear Diary’ format Reference to time and place Written in the fi rst person Detailed account of events
