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Measuring Pots of Gold
Have your class practice measuring and weighing "leprechaun's gold" for St. Patrick's Day. In this measurement instructional activity, students work cooperatively to use scales to measure and weigh pretend gold. They use cups,...
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Leprechaun Legends
Explore the world of leprechauns. Learners do research on the folk tales, symbols, and characters found in Ireland's traditional stories, poetry, and music. They create a large, stand-up leprechaun to illustrate their knowledge about...
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The Too Small House: Story and Craft Activity
Engage students in setting and character with this story and craft activity set. To begin the activity, learners read the short story "The Too Small House." They then cut out and color a picture of the house and paper figures of the...
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St. Patrick's Day and Leprechauns
Young learners are introduced to the history, and customs surrounding St. Patrick's Day. This colorful and enchanting lesson has the learners hunt for leprechauns, four-leaf clovers, and that lucky pot 'o gold.
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St. Patrick's Day
Take a look at a variety of St. Patrick's Day themed websites. They locate information on the history of the holiday, play games, complete arts and crafts, and read poetry. This is a great way to celebrate the holiday.
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Have You Seen My Pot of Gold?
Have your class look for a pot of gold. Learners create a St. Patrick's Day mini-book. They use the worksheet pages included to cut out and color St. Patrick's Day symbols. They staple the pages together to create a booklet.
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The Little Leprechaun
In these reading comprehension worksheets, the students will read a short passage and answer the questions following. The students will respond to three multiple choice recall questions, ten yes/no answers, and four fill in the blank.
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Leprechaun Dust
Learners make "leprechaun dust" in this short art lesson using Jello instant pistachio pudding, small jars, milk, and spoons. Ideal for celebrating St. Patrick's Day with early-elementary students. Can be combined with the reading of a...
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St. Patrick's Day Counting
In this counting activity, students analyze a picture of leprechauns and count them. From three choices of numbers, students circle or color the number that tells how many.
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The History of St. Patrick's day
Tenth graders study the past of the Irish. In this World History lesson, 10th graders create a timeline that represents the key events of the Irish coming to America.
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Two Leprechauns Coloring
In this coloring learning exercise, students study a picture of two leprechauns holding a sign which says "Happy St. Patrick's Day." Students color the picture.