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41450: The Story of Saint Patrick&quot;s Day

The Story of Saint Patrick's Day
By Patricia Pingry / Ideals Publications Inc

This little book, in a few simple words, tells the story of the history and meaning of the symbols of Saint Patrick's Day. It also introduces the young child to the celebration of the holiday in schoolrooms and in the country. Parents are encouraged to discuss the holiday with the child and help the child make some of the symbols of Saint Patrick's Day.

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St. Patrick's Day
By Coughlan Publishing

This colorful picture book briefly discusses the history and customs connected to the celebration of St. Patrick's Day. 24 pages.

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6092110: St. Patrick&quot;s Day, Create A Bookmark

St. Patrick's Day, Create A Bookmark
By Barker Creek

Creative craft for the classroom, church, summer camp, birthday parties, after-school care and more! Embellishment ideas included on the back of bookmarks add interesting, fun details to your project! 2 1/2" x 6"; center hole punched at top; printed on sturdy card stock; 30 per pack.

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Beorn the Proud
By Madeleine Polland / Bethlehem Books

The coast of Ireland in the 9th century is the prey of Viking marauders. Young Ness has been taken captive by Beorn, on his first raiding trip with his father's band of warriors. She must accompany them as they make their way back to Denmark, and so experiences the dangerous tensions and misfortunes that threaten the entire fleet.

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The Story of Saint Patrick
By Christopher Fay / Paulist Press

Open the pages of this enchanting book and learn about the man who lives in the hearts of all thr Irish. Did you know that Patrick was a Roman citizen? Or that he was captured by the Celts and made a slave for six years? Author James Janda has delightfully blended Patrick's actual words from his autobiography with the legends about him--just enough for young readers to learn about the life of this exceptional man. Recommended for ages 3 to 8.

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Brigid's Cloak
By Bryce Milligan / Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.

St. Brigid features prominently in Irish folklore and religious tradition; re-told for younger audiences and finished with expressive watercolors, this is a traditional tale children will cherish. Born a Christian slave child, on the night of her birth Brigid recieves a mysterious prophecy from a Druid priest who claims the Christian God visited him. He gives Brigid a blue cloak, heralding her as the "mother to the new Ireland that is to come". Young listeners will be enchanted as they ponder if Brigid's dream of Bethlehem is only a dream or something more...30 pages, hardcover with dust jacket.

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Irish Fairy Tales
By Joseph Jacobs / Wordsworth Editions Ltd

The captivating Irish stories collected in this new edition include both comic and heroic tales from ancient literature. By turns funny, fantastical and mysterious, the stories are matched in liveliness by the original illustrations; it's the perfect book to introduce children to Celtic storytelling. 232 pages, softcover.

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91620: St. Patrick&quot;s Day in the Morning

St. Patrick's Day in the Morning
By Eve Bunting / Houghton-mifflin

Jaime wants to march in the St. Patrick's Day parade, past Barney the Baker, up Acorn Hill, past the "Half-Way-Up Sweetshop" and all the way to the green fields up the hill, but his brothers say he's too small. So before everyone elseis awake, he makes his trek up, meeting neighbors and friends along the way as he carries the Irish flag and flute.
Wonderfully illustrated by Jan Brett, the villages and fields of Ireland are captured in her two-tone pictures. A loving look at a young boy's St. Patrick's Day experience.

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96513: Shamrocks, Harps & Shillelaghs: The Story of the St. Patrick&quot;s Day Symbols

Shamrocks, Harps & Shillelaghs: The Story of the St. Patrick's Day Symbols
By Barth / Houghton-mifflin

Why does a leprechaun always live alone? Where did St. Patrick grow up before he was kidnapped and taken as a slave to Ireland? Each of the familiar St. Patrick's Day symbols has an amazing story that illuminates Ireland's rich history, and some can be traced back to ancient customs from many different cultures. All are recognized today by people the world over and are celebrated in the pages of this entertaining book. Also includes the following activities: recipe for Irish Soda Bread, How to make green carnations, snake facts, St. Patrick's Day tongue twisters, and information on chocolate hunts.

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Cut and Create! Holidays
By Teaching & Learning Co.

Sail a jaunty ship for Columbus Day or make a clever cat for Halloween, a Valentine Bear, a leprechaun, an Earth Day globe, to name just a few!Over 30 engaging and colorful holiday projects will brighten your classroom and bring a big grin to your students' faces! While your students practice their scissor skills and enjoy the process of creating, you will be building a firm foundation for their visual-motor skills, a necessary prerequisite for cognitive development.Encourage creativity, develop scissor skills and promote confidence and success!These cut-and-create projects are designed to reinforce visual-motor skills and basic math skills including grouping, ordering and spatial orientation. Simple, illustrated, step-by-step instructions and patterns are included for each project. Finished products can be used for take-homes, bulletin boards, mobiles, gifts and more!Some holidays include: Grandparents' Day; Rosh Hashanah; Election Day; Thanksgiving; Hanukkah; Christmas; Kwanzaa; Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Groundhog Day; Presidents' Day; St. Patrick's Day; April Fools' Day; Easter; Cinco de Mayo; Flag Day and more! Level: preK-2

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8264151: St. Patrick&quot;s Day Stickers

St. Patrick's Day Stickers
By Teacher Created Resources

This package of 120 self adhesive stickers are St. Patricks day themed, and have different pictures.

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Preschool St Patrick's Day Ideas: Books & Activities

Preschool St Patrick's Day Ideas:
Books & Activities