Thursday, February 26, 2015

4 Story Time Themes for St. Patrick's Day



Having trouble finding books to suit a St. Patrick's Day themed story time? Think outside the box and try one of these related themes instead.


Rainbows


Many Irish legends talk about looking for a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, so rainbows are a perfect St. Patrick's Day topic! A rainbow theme can incorporate almost anything having to do with colors, so every children's librarian can use this theme, regardless of location or collection size.

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Orange, White, & Green 


Orange, white, and green are the colors on the Irish flag. Using this theme, you can add a little Irish flavor to what is essentially just a color-themed story time with a specific focus.

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Magical Creatures 


Irish folklore is filled with leprechauns, fairies, unicorns, and other mythical beings. Connect your story time to Ireland by focusing on these fantastical creatures.

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Luck


Enjoy the luck of the Irish at story time with a focus on good luck!

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