When do people celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
March 17
Who is Saint Patrick?
The founder of Christianity in Ireland.
What do people do to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
They wear green or dress up as a leprechaun. There are also parades.
Where do people celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
In Ireland and all around the world.
Why do you think people celebrate St. Patrick's Day around the world?
For FUN :)
Why do you think people dress up for the parade?
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What would happen if you didn't wear green on St. Patrick's Day?
You'll get pinched
What would happen if someone caught a leprechaun?
The leprechaun would have to show where his pot of gold is hidden.
What would happen if a person looked away from the leprechaun?
The leprechaun and his pot of gold would disappear.
What is the main idea of this passage?
St. Patrick's Day is an Irish holiday that celebrates Saint Patrick and Irish culture.
Fact or Opinion: St. Patrick's Day is the BEST holiday.
Opinion
Fact or Opinion: People wear green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
Fact
Vocabulary: Founder
A person who creates or establishes (starts) something
Vocabulary: Tradition
A way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by a group for a long time
Vocabulary: Reveal
To make something known (show)
What is a leprechaun?
A small Irish fairy
