Why We Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this festive introduction for kids ages 6 to 9! St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! It's a day to honor St. Patrick, one of the official church patron saints of Ireland. Learn all about the history, traditions, food, and more with this book of facts and activities that encourage you to join in on the fun. So many ways to get festive-Discover how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated around the world with parades, treasure hunts, and the color green! Celebrate at home-Explore St. Patrick's Day customs with included activities like making Rainbow Noisemakers and tasty Lucky Green Shakes. Fascinating facts and pictures-Vibrant illustrations and kid-friendly language help bring St. Patrick's Day to life. Discover Why We Celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Have you ever wondered why we exchange gifts on Valentine's Day Or why we hang stockings for Christmas Get the rest of the Why We Celebrate series and learn about holidays from around the world!

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JOHN O'BRIEN, JR. is a first-generation Irish-American, the author of five books, an award-winning poet, and a founder of the Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival. He is also the founder, publisher, and editor of the Ohio Irish American News magazine.