St. Patrick's Day Children's Book Recommendations !
The St. Patrick’s Day Children’s Book Recommendations list has been put together! St. Patrick’s Day is the one day of the year many celebrate all things Irish and Green. I am always looking for themes in my reading and this list is no different. You will find these books are all set in Ireland. Some are silly, some teach a lesson and one tells a touching generational family story.
These stories will add to the enjoyment of learning about St. Patrick’s Day. If you have any suggestions, let us know!
Have a Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Patrick Patron Saint of Ireland by Tomie dePaola
Full Length Read Aloud Here
Teaching Video About
Paraphrasing Here
Do you know why people say Erin Go Bragh during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations? The answer to this question and other historical information can be found in this story, Patrick Patron Saint of Ireland, another one of Tomie dePaolo’s beautifully illustrated books. This book tells about the history of how Saint Patrick’s day came to be celebrated.
It is a story about a noble British boy who was captured and held in Ireland. As he grew up, he overcame many hardships and did countless great things through praying. He eventually established a Christian church in Ireland.
This is an interesting book about the history of St. Patrick’s Day and shares legends attributed to Patrick.
There is a note written by the author on the last page that you won’t want to miss!
PS. Erin Go Bragh means Ireland Forever!
Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato An Irish Folktale by Tomie DePaola
Full Length Read Aloud Here
Shamrock Craft Teaching Video Here
Do you know what an Irish Pratie is? This folktale tells the story about a giant “Pratie” in a humorous story about how taking the easy way out is not always the best or easiest way to do something.
Jamie O’Rourke meets a leprechaun and gets tricked out of a pot of gold for a pratie seed. Learn what happens next in this amusing folktale. This is a fun & funny St. Patrick’s Day story to share with everyone!
PS A “Pratie” is an Irish Potato!
Fiona‘s Lace by Patricia Polacco
This story tells a memorable and powerful story about what it means to be a family. Read this story to find out about Fiona’s family leaving Ireland, arriving in Chicago, the life experiences they share and how Fiona’s lace becomes an integral family heirloom for many generations. Another beautiful story from a Patricia Polacco.
Full Length Read Aloud Here
Teaching Video Here
Finn McCool and the Magic Fish by Eve Bunting
Full Length Read Aloud Here
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The setting is Ireland and the main character is a gentle giant named Finn McCool. Finn seeks out wisdom & eventually encounters a magical talking fish. He learns a lot about wisdom through a “magical fish” and adds it to his strengths of love & kindness in his Irish town. A silly story that’s fun to share during St. Patrick’s Day!
St. Patrick's Day Children's Book Recommendations HERE!
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Patrick Patron Saint of Ireland by Tomie dePaola
Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato An Irish Folktale by Tomie DePaola
Fiona‘s Lace by Patricia Polacco
Finn McCool and the Magic Fish by Eve Bunting
