You don’t need to be Irish to have some good Irish fun with your family on St. Patrick’s Day. From leprechauns to chocolate coins to green, well, everything—St. Patrick’s Day is full of fun and good luck!
Here are some simple and enjoyable ways to celebrate the day with your wee ones.
Learn How It All Began
Why are we celebrating in the first place? Answer your kids’ natural curiosity by explaining the origins of St. Patrick’s Day. Short documentaries or books on the subject are great resources. The life of the saint, the legends about the holiday, the origin of celebratory traditions, or even information about Ireland in general, different angles may spark an interest in your children. Don’t underestimate them, and follow their curiosity. Holidays are learning opportunities.
Catch a Leprechaun
A childhood favorite—let the kids work their creative muscles in making the perfect trap for the leprechaun that is sure to visit your home. In advance of the holiday, a shoebox and copious craft supplies with an emphasis on the green is all you need to make a simple or elaborate (if that’s your jam) leprechaun trap.
Barbara Danza
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Barbara Danza is a contributing editor covering family and lifestyle topics. Her articles focus on homeschooling, family travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development. She contributes children’s book reviews to the weekly booklist and is the editor of “Just For Kids,” the newspaper’s print-only page for children. Her website is Barbara-Danza.com
