Ireland

Ireland Culture & Activities

Discover the Walled Towns of Ireland (Y,M)
Printable booklet/workbook for primary grades that includes history, coloring pages, diagrams, and more

Museum at Home: National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology (Y,M,O,T)
Crafts, activities, coloring pages, and more related to the archaeology of Ireland.

Museum at Home: National Museum of Ireland — Natural History (Y,M,O,T)
Crafts, activities, coloring pages, and more related to the natural history of Ireland.

Museum at Home: National Museum of Ireland — Decorative Arts & History (Y,M,O,T)
Activities related to the arts of Ireland, including information about home life and trades.

Museum at Home: National Museum of Ireland — Country Life (Y,M,O,T)
Crafts, activities, coloring pages, and more related to country life in Ireland.

How to Make a Brigid's Cross (M,O)
It is customary in Ireland to make a Brigid's Cross on the eve of Brigit's Day (February 1st) using rushes. The Brigid's Cross is placed inside the house over the door for protection.

History-at-Home: St. Brigid's Day (Y,M,O)
Learn about the life and history of St. Brigid in this printable workbook.

Stone Walls in Ireland (M)
Stone walls are prolific in Ireland. Learn about their construction and see the wall plants found growing in them.

Hedgerows in Ireland (Y,M,O)
There are enough hedgerows in Ireland to wrap around the earth 17 times—learn about how hedgerows are an important and practical part of Ireland geography and ecology.

Ireland History & Lessons

Newgrange, a prehistoric tomb c. 3200 B.C.E., Brú na Bóinne, County Meath, Ireland; from SmartHistory

Ireland  (Y)
From National Geographic Kids.com

Children's literature featuring Ireland  (Y,M)
Top literature picks for children with themes related to Ireland

The Irish American Cultural Institute (Y,M,O,T)
The Irish American Cultural Institute has all things Irish for learning about and celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Resources for younger students include coloring pages, maps, and worksheets, while older students can delve more into Irish American culture and history. Lesson plans for grades K through 12.

History-at-Home: The 1916 easter Rising (M,O)
Learn about the 1916 Easter Rising rebellion in this printable workbook.

Roscommon Castle (Y)
Learn about historical castles and their occupants in Ireland with this slide deck about Roscommon Castle.

Video: Google Earth Tour of Irish Heritage Sites (M,O,T)
Five-minute video from ArchaeologyTV

Our Ancient Landscapes: Ogham Stones in Ireland (M,O,T)
Learn about the ancient writing, an early form of the Irish language, found on Ogham Stones across Ireland.

Viking Age Dublin (M,O,T)
Created to accompany a walking tour, this printable booklet is full of useful information and activities even if you aren't doing the tour.

Flag of Ireland - A Brief History  (Y)

A History of Ireland in 100 Objects: A Selection (M,O,T)
Explore the history of Ireland through historical objects such as King William III's gauntlets, a Titanic launch ticket, a Viking slave chain, and more. Resources include multi-media content, downloadable worksheets, lesson plans, and quizzes.

The Great Hunger (T)
Learn about The Great Hunger, often referred to in the U.S.A. as the Potato Famine, from Ireland's Great Hunger Museum. Lesson plans are available.