Growing up, St. Patrick's Day was the holiday to wear green. I didn't realize the amazing opportunity it provides to explain the Trinity and God's promises! Check out the plethora of craft ideas, activities, books, and video links below.
Saint Patrick lived an adventurous life. Captured by pirates at the age of 16, Patrick became their slave. But even in slavery, Patrick knew God was with him and he devote his life to obeying God. After six years, Patrick escaping captivity and later became a missionary in Ireland, bringing Christianity to the Irish people. As tradition tells, Patrick used Ireland's national flower, the three-leafed shamrock, to explain the Trinity - God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. (St. Patrick Life Source)
The following products are available to explain the story to children.
The Story of Saint Patrick's Day by Patricia Pingry introduces young children to the history and traditions of St. Patrick’s Day in a simple, engaging way. The book explains who Saint Patrick was, his missionary work in Ireland, and how the holiday honors him today. With charming illustrations, it offers a fun and educational way for preschoolers to learn about the meaning behind the holiday.
Days to Remember (Adventures in Odyssey #31) is an audio drama series that explores important historical moments and life lessons through engaging storytelling. In this episode, Adventures in Odyssey characters experience different periods in history, helping listeners understand the significance of these events. One of the stories features Saint Patrick, sharing how his faith and bravery led to his missionary work in Ireland and the impact he made on Christianity.
Wooton's Whirled History: A Blend of Bravery (Adventures in Odyssey: Saint Patrick: A Heart Afire) focuses on Saint Patrick’s inspiring journey from being a slave to becoming one of the most influential Christian figures in history. Wooton, a popular Adventures in Odyssey character, shares this tale of bravery and faith, teaching listeners how Saint Patrick spread Christianity throughout Ireland despite the many challenges he faced. The episode combines humor and historical insights, making it a fun way for children to learn about Saint Patrick's legacy.
The Story of St. Patrick is a VeggieTales short film that brings the story of Saint Patrick to life in a fun and engaging way for children. Featuring beloved VeggieTales characters, this animated movie tells the tale of how Patrick went from being a kidnapped slave to a courageous missionary who spread Christianity throughout Ireland. The movie incorporates humor, catchy songs, and colorful animation, making it a great way for preschoolers to learn about Saint Patrick's life and his dedication to teaching about God's love and the Trinity.
This Veggie Tales episode is available on the 10-Movie Collection, Sumo of the Opera, or Lessons from the Sock Drawer.
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Hide green items around the room or yard, and let the children search for them, learning about the color green and its connection to St. Patrick's Day.
Fill a bin with green rice, shamrock confetti, small green toys, and gold coins, allowing children to explore different textures and practice fine motor skills.
St. Patrick used a shamrock to explain the Trinity - God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit.
For Family Use: Place a blob of white, yellow, and blue paint on each leaf of the Shamrock Printable. Mix the colors together to make light green; three colors to form one color.
For Family Use: Place a few macaroni noodles in a zip-top plastic bag. Add a couple of drops of vinegar and 4-5 drops of food coloring. Mix to distribute the color. Dye more macaroni in separate bags. Open the top of the bag and let dry. Using the Rainbow, place a thin layer of glue on the paper. Add the colored macaroni to create a colorful macaroni rainbow.
Draw a large shamrock on the cement or on a large pece of paper. Divide the shamrock into six parts and label each with a number 1-6. Roll a die and have the child stand on the corresponding number.
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Transform Easter from confusion to a meaningful celebration with the Take Me to the Cross Easter Activity Workbook. Packed with 7 engaging lessons and hands-on activities, this workbook helps young hearts connect with the true meaning of Easter— Jesus' resurrection. Make learning about the Passion Week fun and impactful for your children.
Have fun with gold coins, at least chocolate ones, in March. Here are few suggestions.
- Create a trail of golden coins leading to a fun "treasure." Based upon the book Mrs. Rosey Posey and the Hidden Treasure, have the trail lead to a Bible.
- Hide golden coins around the house for a fun scavenger hunt.
- Use golden coins to teach addition and subtraction or talk about our treasures in heaven (Matthew 6:21)
- Count chocolate coins, sort by color, or group by quantity.
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For Family Use: Print the St. Patrick's Day Color by Number Worksheet #1. Roll a die and identify the number. Color the coordinating number. Cut out when finished.
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Cut a bell pepper in half and stamp on a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Dip in green paint and stamp it onto paper to create 4-leaf shamrock shapes. Add a green stem with the child's finger or a paint brush.
For Family Use: Print the St. Patrick's Day Color by Number Worksheet #2. Roll a die and identify the number. Color the coordinating number. Cut out when finished.
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St. Patrick used a shamrock to explain the Trinity - God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit.
For Family Use: Print the shamrock on cardstock (two are provided on the printable). Cut out. Instruct the child to wind green yarn around the shamrock. Weave in or tape ends on back. Add googly eyes and a black yarn mouth.
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Print the St. Patrick's Day Color by Number Worksheet #3. Roll a die and identify the number. Color the coordinating number. Cut out when finished.
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Help your little ones learn their colors with these vibrant, fun flashcards—perfect for preschoolers! Click the link below to download your free set today and start learning through play.
Set up a relay where children carry a foam or paper shamrock from one end of the room to another, encouraging teamwork and coordination. For added difficulty, have the child carry the shamrock on a spoon, with tongs, or between their elbows.
Do everything green for a day. Wear green clothes. Eat green food. Read books about green. Play with green blocks, a green ball, or green grass.
- Put Green food coloring in milk
- Have a green smoothie
- Eat lime green Jello
