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Library of Congress

Loc: Faces of America: Immigration: Irish

For Students 9th - 10th
All you ever wanted to know about Irish immigration in America. Features an impressive timeline, great photos, maps, and original documents. Use the topics at the bottom of the page to navigate the site.
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Cleveland State University

Cleveland Memory Project: Irish Americans of Cleveland

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the influence of Irish Americans on the history and development of Cleveland with images, artifacts, and remembrances. Links to information about Irish Americans today.
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Handout
Other

Irish Christmas Facts Traditions of the Celtic Holiday Season

For Students 9th - 10th
Many short stories relating to Irish Christmas traditions.
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Activity
Constitutional Rights Foundation

Constitutional Rights Foundation: Population Perils: The Potato Famine and Irish Immigration to America

For Students 9th - 10th
Activity on the plight of the Irish immigrant in America during the potato famine. Through a combination of class discussion and role play, students gain an understanding of the reasons people sought to immigrate to America.
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Handout
Luminarium

Luminarium: Irish Literature, Mythology, Folklore, Drama

For Students 9th - 10th
Site has over 60 links to authors, periodicals, literary background, theater and Irish science fiction.
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Other

Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies: Irish Script on Screen

For Students 9th - 10th
Featuring primary-source documents, this online exhibit contains digital images of Irish manuscripts while providing exposure of a vital part of Ireland's cultural heritage.
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Website
Other

Irish Labor Party

For Students 9th - 10th
The website of the Irish Labor Party, covering news, events, elected politicians and candidates, and its political platform.
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Other

University College Cork: Irish Law

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a comprehensive overview of Irish law. Content includes Ireland's Constitution, a look at Ireland's legal systems and courts, information on the Irish government, links to relevant websites, and much more.
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BBC

Bbc Nature: Prehistoric Life: Irish Elk

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the enthralling world of the Irish elk by uncovering details about its behaviors, habitats, geological time periods, and classification through photos, a video, descriptions, and external links.
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Contemplator

Lyrics and Music to "My Wild Irish Rose"

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides the lyrics to Chauncey Olcott's "My Wild Irish Rose," as well as brief information about Olcott. You can download the MIDI file to listen to this song.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Irish Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Irish Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Irish

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Irish. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Scottish and Scotch Irish Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Scottish and Scotch-Irish Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Website
Other

Traditional Irish Breakfast

For Students 9th - 10th
A recipe for a traditional Irish breakfast.
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Other

Traditional Irish Breakfast

For Students 9th - 10th
A recipe for a traditional Irish breakfast.
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Article
Immigration and Ethnic History Society

Iehs: Judy Ridner, How to Teach the History of the Scots Irish in Pennsylvania

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an article about the stereotypes of the Scots Irish in early Pennsylvania. The author discusses her book "The Scots Irish of Early Pennsylvania" which challenges these stereotypes.
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Interactive
Digital Dialects

Digital Dialects: Irish Language

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Le do thoil check out this site to begin learning Irish. Find phrases and vocabulary to study. Games can be played to practice and test recognition and understanding of the new language.
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Irish Setter

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a colorful photo and a brief description of the Irish Setter.
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Irish Wolf Hound

For Students 9th - 10th
Illustrated entry provides a brief description of the Irish Wolfhound and offers statistics and details on the breed's temperament and value as a pet.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Irish Immigrants

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Irish Immigrants to the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Handout
American Kennel Club

American Kennel Club: Irish Wolfhound

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Kennel Club offers a detailed overview of the breed standards for the Irish Wolfhound. Content includes a look at appearance, temperament, size, head, body, coat, and more.
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Handout
American Kennel Club

American Kennel Club: Irish Water Spaniel

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Kennel Club offers a detailed overview of the breed standards for the Irish Water Spaniel. Content includes a look at appearance, temperament, size, head, body, coat, and more.
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Handout
American Kennel Club

American Kennel Club: Irish Terrier

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Kennel Club offers a detailed overview of the breed standards for the Irish Terrier. Content includes a look at appearance, temperament, size, head, body, coat, and more.
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Handout
American Kennel Club

American Kennel Club: Irish Setter

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Kennel Club offers a detailed overview of the breed standards for the Irish Setter. Content includes a look at appearance, temperament, size, head, body, coat, and more.

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