17th march

4th English Day

This is Ireland. As you can see, it's an island.

The capital city of Ireland is Dublin.

The capital city of Ireland is Dublin.

TThis is an Irish flag, it's green, white and orange.his is an Irish flag, it's green, white and orange.

The symbol of Ireland is a harp.

St. patrick was born in Wales around 390 AD

At the age of 16 Saint Patric was kidnappedFrom his native land by pirates and

sold into slavery in Ireland.

During his captivity he became a Christian. After 6 years

Of slavery he escaped to Britain.

Patrick decided to become a priest.Patrick decided to become a priest.He wanted to return to IrelandHe wanted to return to Ireland

Because he dreamt that the voices Because he dreamt that the voices of the Irish people were calling him of the Irish people were calling him

to convert them to Christianityto convert them to Christianity

After studying and preparing for several years

Patrick travelled back to Ireland as a Christian missionary

One traditional icon of the day is a shamrock

Patrick used the three- leafed shamrock to explain the trinity

Another thing connected with Ireland is Laprechaun.

People believe that they are very rich and hide their gold in secret locations. You may find a laprichaun at the end of the rainbow.