by Thomas W and Toby in Year 5.
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!
In school this week we have learnt about the traditions of St Patrick’s Day.
Quick facts
| It is celebrated, on 17th March. | The real Saint Patrick was born in Britain. | People dress up as leprechauns everywhere . | The biggest celebrations take place in U.S.A. |
| The three bits on the Shamrock represent the Father, the Son and the Holy spirit. | Saint Patrick used the Shamrock to teach the story of God. | Saint Patrick was a slave and escaped and returned to his family. | People wear lots of green clothing and there are lots of parades. |
| Chicago dyed their river green in order of Saint Patricks Day. | Leprechauns are likely based on Celtic Fairies. | The first Saint Patrick’s day parade went down in America. | Corned Beef and Cabbage was not made in Ireland – it originates from USA . |
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