Discovering St. Patrick's Day

Discovering St. Patrick's Day

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the history and traditions associated with St. Patrick's Day.

What do you already know about St. Patrick's Day?

Slide 1: Introduction

St. Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on March 17th each year. It honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

Slide 2: Origins of St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day originated as a religious feast day in the early 17th century to commemorate the arrival of Christianity in Ireland.

Slide 3: Symbolism of the Shamrock

The shamrock, a three-leafed clover, is a symbol associated with St. Patrick's Day. It is said that St. Patrick used the shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity.

Slide 4: Wearing Green

Wearing green on St. Patrick's Day is a tradition that originated from the color's association with Ireland. It is believed that wearing green makes you invisible to leprechauns.

Slide 5: Parades and Festivals

St. Patrick's Day parades and festivals are held in many cities around the world. The largest parade takes place in Dublin, Ireland.

Slide 6: Traditional Irish Food

Traditional Irish food, such as corned beef and cabbage, is often enjoyed on St. Patrick's Day. Irish soda bread and Guinness are also popular.

Slide 7: St. Patrick's Day Celebrations Worldwide

St. Patrick's Day is celebrated not only in Ireland but also in many other countries with Irish communities. It has become a global celebration of Irish culture.

Slide 8: Conclusion

St. Patrick's Day is a day to celebrate Irish heritage, culture, and the legacy of St. Patrick. It is a time for festivities, parades, and wearing green.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.