Introduces the history of St. Patrick's Day and explains how it is observed today.

New and updated edition of a classic holiday book from beloved nonfiction writer for kids Gail Gibbons. Who was St. Patrick? Why do we wear green on March 17th? Vetted by an expert, this new edition brings readers the most accurate and recent historical understanding of St. Patrick and the holiday celebrating him. Learn the story of Patrick's life, legends about the saint, and the history of the holiday. From shamrocks to shillelaghs, Gail Gibbons'...

Discusses the special holiday celebrated on March 17th by the Irish to remember their country.

"How to catch a leprechaun? It's tougher than you think! It's tougher than you think! He'll turn your whole house upside down. He's quicker than a wink!"--back cover.

The St. Patrick's Day parade is ready to start. The Leprechauns are marching with lots of heart. If you follow along, you'll find laughter and fun - and the luck of the Irish - before the day is done!

Jamie seeks a way to prove he is not too young to march in the big St. Patrick's Day parade.

Strawberry Shortcake and her friends are having the berry best time preparing for the annual St. Patrick's Day parade and festival. Everyone except Lemon Meringue, that is! Everything Lemon does seems to go wrong. When Strawberry sees how upset her friend is, she comes up with a fruitastic plan to turn Lemon's day around. Can Strawberry help her friend, or will Lemon have the unluckiest St. Patrick's Day ever?

Follows a group of children on St. Patrick's Day, from wearing celebratory green clothing to trying out some Irish dancing. Includes stickers.

Provides information about the origin and customs of St. Patrick's Day, ideas for celebrating this holiday, and directions for making such crafts as an Irish shamrock, a Blarney Stone, Celtic jewelry, and Wee Ones puppets.