Saint Patrick

Known as the Apostle of Ireland, Saint Patrick is the primary patron saint of Ireland. Saint Patrick's Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick is a cultural and religious celebration occurring annually on 17 March.

St. Patrick features in many stories in the Irish oral tradition and there are many customs connected with his feast day. There are also many educational resources to learn more about him and about Irish culture.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8204987.stm

http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/christianity/saints/patrick_1.shtml http://www.irelandseye.com/paddy/saint_pat.html

http://edu.symbaloo.com/embed/stpatricksdayfun

Webquest on Ireland on our virtual library (Lavirtu.com): http://www.lavirtu.com/noticia.asp?idnoticia=33537

Saint Patrick's Day ideas, activities and crafts on Pinterest:

https://es.pinterest.com/momto2poshdivas/st-patrick-s-day/

https://es.pinterest.com/sped_2/st-patrick-s-day-ideas/

https://es.pinterest.com/janamarie76/st-patrick-s-day-preschool-activities/