I am having so much fun searching for ideas for our Saint Patrick's Day Celebration in March. I'm sure many of you have already thought of the typical dress in green, eat Lucky Charms and read a book, BUT take a minute and see if any of these ideas inspire you to make it a day of faith filled learning and fun like never before!
*Hover over words to find links for most everything posted here.
*Link to my Pinterest Board: Spring and Irish Fun
GATHERING
Consider having Celtic music in the background. A specific song you might have is "Christ Before Me" by Margaret Becker.
OPENING PRAYER:
St. Patrick's Summer: A Children's Catechism by Marigold Hunt
Patrick Patron Saint of Ireland by Tomie DePaola
The Story of St. Patrick by James A Janda
The Story of Saint Patrick's Day by Patricia A Pingry
The Life of St. Brigid, Abbess of Kildare by Jane G Meyer
Brigid's Cloak: An Ancient Irish Story by Bryce Milligan
The Secret of the Shamrock (Chime Travelers Series) by Lisa M Hendey
The Last Monks of Skellig Michael: The Fascinating Real-Life History Behind Luke Skywalker's Island by Philip Kosloski
OPTIONAL MOVIES
*Irish Catholic Movies @ Catholic Video.com
St. Patrick the Irish Legend
Patrick - Brave Shepherd of the Emerald Isle
The Secret of the Kells
Veggie Tales: Story of Saint Patrick
The History of Saint Patrick - A Short Story
The Secret of Roan Inish
CELEBRATING IRELAND
Making Lapbooks
The Homeschool Post: Irish resources for lapbooks and other activities!
Teacher's Resources about Ireland
GAMES
Cleaning Treasure Hunt @ Home: Hide gold coins amongst the messes in your home. Ask your kids to find the coins by cleaning up, and trade in their coins for a special treat! This teaches works of mercy for eternal treasures. We used plastic gold coins. Chocolate coin treat in snack suggestions would work for this!
CRAFTS
*Link to my Pinterest Board: Spring and Irish Fun
Shamrock Magnet w plastic canvas & yarn
Shamrock Pin w plastic canvas & yarn
Irish Cross w plastic canvas & yarn
Shamrock Coaster, crocheted
Shamrock Lacing - from Catholic Icing
Felt Saint Patrick Doll - inspiration from Saintly Silver
Holy Trinity Puzzle - from Homegrown Catholics
Saint Patrick Puppet - from Catholic Icing
Color Saint Patrick - from Wee Little Miracles
SNACKS/MEAL
We usually eat green, rainbow and Irish things in this feast day. Green pancakes, sausage *Patties*, Basil Pesto Noodles, Irish Soda Bread, and the ideas below.
GATHERING
Consider having Celtic music in the background. A specific song you might have is "Christ Before Me" by Margaret Becker.
OPENING PRAYER:
May the Strength of God guide us.
May the Power of God preserve us.
May the Wisdom of God instruct us.
May the Hand of God protect us.
May the Way of God direct us.
May the Shield of God defend us.
May the Angels of God guard us.
- Against the snares of the evil one.
May Christ be with us!
May Christ be before us!
May Christ be in us,
Christ be over all!
May Thy Grace, Lord,
Always be ours,
This day, O Lord, and forevermore. Amen.
*St. Patrick's Prayers make for great Copywork!
READING
*Choose a Book about St. Patrick and/or Irish Saints from your collection or local library.
St. Patrick's Summer: A Children's Catechism by Marigold Hunt
Patrick Patron Saint of Ireland by Tomie DePaola
The Story of St. Patrick by James A Janda
The Story of Saint Patrick's Day by Patricia A Pingry
The Life of St. Brigid, Abbess of Kildare by Jane G Meyer
Brigid's Cloak: An Ancient Irish Story by Bryce Milligan
The Secret of the Shamrock (Chime Travelers Series) by Lisa M Hendey
The Last Monks of Skellig Michael: The Fascinating Real-Life History Behind Luke Skywalker's Island by Philip Kosloski
OPTIONAL MOVIES
*Irish Catholic Movies @ Catholic Video.com
St. Patrick the Irish Legend
Patrick - Brave Shepherd of the Emerald Isle
The Secret of the Kells
Veggie Tales: Story of Saint Patrick
The History of Saint Patrick - A Short Story
The Secret of Roan Inish
Making Lapbooks
The Homeschool Post: Irish resources for lapbooks and other activities!
Teacher's Resources about Ireland
****DONT FORGET A GROUP PHOTO!****
GAMES
Pin the Shamrock on St. Patrick - from Under Her Starry Mantle Blog
Setup a Rainbow area for your preschoolers.
We not only hid shamrocks around the house, but put them on our windows for people walking by to find!
If you're lucky enough to have Spring weather, you could hunt for shamrocks and clovers!
Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt - from My Very Educated Mother
CRAFTS
*Link to my Pinterest Board: Spring and Irish Fun
Breastplate of St Patrick: Found at Sweet Little Ones Blog
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| Shamrock and Rainbow Bookmark w plastic canvas and yarn - by me! |
Shamrock Pin w plastic canvas & yarn
Irish Cross w plastic canvas & yarn
Shamrock Coaster, crocheted
Shamrock Lacing - from Catholic Icing
Felt Saint Patrick Doll - inspiration from Saintly Silver
Holy Trinity Puzzle - from Homegrown Catholics
Saint Patrick Puppet - from Catholic Icing
Color Saint Patrick - from Wee Little Miracles
Draw on paper towels with markers, and add drops of water for it to blend together!
SNACKS/MEAL
We usually eat green, rainbow and Irish things in this feast day. Green pancakes, sausage *Patties*, Basil Pesto Noodles, Irish Soda Bread, and the ideas below.
Saint Patrick's Gold Coins - from Catholic Cuisine
Irish Kisses (also a matching activity - from Studio DIY)
Gummy Snakes (or Edible Mud w gummy worms)
Rainbow Gelatin - from The Michalek Kitchen
Shamrock Cucumber Sandwiches - from Will Cook for Smiles
Cucumber Slices -Shamrock Platter with dip - from Brit+Co
Irish Kisses (also a matching activity - from Studio DIY)
Gummy Snakes (or Edible Mud w gummy worms)
Rainbow Gelatin - from The Michalek Kitchen
Shamrock Cucumber Sandwiches - from Will Cook for Smiles
Cucumber Slices -Shamrock Platter with dip - from Brit+Co
ALSO CONSIDER: Irish Soda Bread, Corned Beef & Cabbage (on Rye), Irish (Lamb) Stew, Bangers and Mash, Shepherds Pie, Frozen Green Grapes, Avocado or Pistachio Pudding, Spinach & Artichoke Dip w chips veggies or bread, or a Green Smoothie!
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The Feast of St. Brigid is Feb 1st, but she is the Patroness of Ireland, my Confirmation saint and our homeschool saint, so I encourage you to learn more about her as well! [St. Brigid's Academy Blog = now Homegrown Catholics]
