Book Review – Lily Takes a Chance

Book Review – Lily Takes a Chance

“Lily Takes A Chance” by Judi Curtin is the fourth book in the “Lily at Lissadell” series. This book is told from the point of view of the protagonist, Lily Brennan. Lily Takes A Chance is about a young girl working in Lissadell to provide...
Book Review – You Can Do It Rosie

Book Review – You Can Do It Rosie

I read this book to two classes of 29 Junior Infants and it was a big hit with both! The book tells the tale of Rosie, an older (or more mature!) dog who sets out on a very special walk. Rosie is old and tired, but still open to adventures and, with a little help and...
Pumpkin Tracing Booklet

Pumpkin Tracing Booklet

This new seasonal resource consists of a 13-page booklet of tracing activities for pupils in junior classes who are at the pre-writing stage or who need more practice in fine motor skills for writing. The tracing patterns are all in the shape of a Hallowe’en pumpkin....
Book Review – A Saucer Full of Secrets

Book Review – A Saucer Full of Secrets

“A Saucer Full of Secrets” is quite a wonderful blend of Irish history and folklore, wrapped up in a fiction novel. The story line is full of magic and mystery. With many Irish words, it really gives the Irish feel. Our principal characters, Sedu and Alban seem...