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St. Patrick’s Day
Bring the magic of Ireland into your classroom with this festive ESL/EFL resource! Students will discover the history of Saint Patrick, explore Irish traditions, learn why people wear green, travel from Dublin to Chicago, and practise English through engaging reading, speaking and creative challenges.
Perfect for ESL, EFL and bilingual classrooms, this printable unit combines culture, communication and hands-on activities to keep learners motivated throughout the celebration.

This resource includes:
Introduction comic
2 poems
1 dialogue
4 tongue twisters

Green Level
What Is St. Patrick’s Day?

Blue Level
The Story of Saint Patrick
Why Do People Wear Green?
St. Patrick’s Day Around the World

Let’s Speak
What Can You See at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade?
Find the Lucky Leprechauns!

Purple Missions
Parade Photographer
Plan Your Perfect Day
Lost in the Parade!

STEM Challenge
Build a Leprechaun Trap

Mini Reviews
Ireland: Myths & Legends
How the Water in Chicago Turns Green*