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SUMMARY:Father's Day
DESCRIPTION:Father’s Day is a great chance for students to show appreciation for their dads or father figures. Here are four simple classroom activities: \nHandmade Cards\nStudents can create personalised Father’s Day cards using colourful paper\, drawings\, and heartfelt messages to express what they love most about their dads. \nAcrostic Poems\nHelp students write acrostic poems using the word “FATHER\,” with each letter representing something special about their dad (e.g.\, “F is for fun\, A is for always being there”). \nCoupons for Acts of Kindness\nHave students design “coupons” offering kind gestures\, like “One Free Hug” or “Help with Chores\,” which their dads can redeem. \nFather’s Day Craft\nCreate small crafts like decorated picture frames or paper ties that students can gift to their dads\, adding a personal touch to the celebration.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/fathers-day/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250521
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SUMMARY:World Bee Day
DESCRIPTION:https://www.un.org/en/observances/bee-day \nCreating a pollinator-friendly garden in school is a fun and educational way to help local ecosystems thrive while teaching students about biodiversity\, responsibility\, and the environment.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/world-bee-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250514T190000
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SUMMARY:Maths My Way J1-6th Class WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Join authors Patrick Neary and Elaine Dillon as they walk you through Maths My Way and the new Primary Maths Curriculum.NOTE: Attendance counts towards your Croke Park hours or CPD.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/maths-my-way-j1-6th-class-webinar-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250530T170000
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SUMMARY:Going on a trip away?
DESCRIPTION:A great time of year for a trip away\, but to make most of the time and budget\, perhaps create a local tour or local scavenger hunt. \nDeveloping independence with a local scavenger hunt   \n \nYour class can create QR codes and virtual notes that help visitors enjoy a tour of YOUR area! \nSpeed up and augment learning using QR codes \n \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/school-tour-season/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
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SUMMARY:Star Wars Day - May The 4th Be With You
DESCRIPTION:https://www.starwars.com/star-wars-day \nStar Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th with the fun phrase “May the Fourth be with you!” It’s a great opportunity to bring fun\, creativity\, and even learning into the classroom. Here are some exciting Star Wars-themed activities for your class: \nStar Wars Story Writing\n\nActivity: Have students write their own Star Wars-inspired short stories\, inventing new planets\, characters\, or adventures. Encourage them to be creative with names\, powers\, and conflicts.\nExtension: They can read their stories aloud to the class or turn them into illustrated comic strips.\n\nDesign a Lightsaber\n\nActivity: Ask students to design their own lightsaber. They can colour and decorate their lightsaber\, and write a short explanation of why they chose their design and how their lightsaber reflects their character.\nExtension: Incorporate some science by discussing how light and energy work\, comparing it to lightsabers in the movies.\n\nJedi Mindfulness and Focus\n\nActivity: Teach students about focus and mindfulness\, using the idea of Jedi training. Just like Jedi must focus to use the Force\, students can practice concentration exercises\, like deep breathing or simple mindfulness activities.\nExtension: You can call these moments “Jedi Meditation” to keep the theme going and help students improve their focus during class.\n\nStar Wars Trivia Game\n\nActivity: Organise a fun Star Wars trivia game. Prepare questions about the movies\, characters\, and planets for the class to answer. You could also include questions about how science connects to Star Wars\, like space\, gravity\, and technology.\nExtension: Make it team-based for added excitement and offer small prizes like Star Wars-themed stickers or pencils.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/star-wars-day-may-the-4th-be-with-you/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
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SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First held on April 22\, 1970\, it now includes a wide range of events coordinated globally by EARTHDAY.ORG including 1 billion people in more than 193 countries. \nOfficial website: https://www.earthday.org/ \nThe day is a perfect opportunity to teach young students about environmental responsibility and caring for the planet. \nUpcycled Art Project\nEncourage students to think creatively about reducing waste by making art from recycled materials. \n\nActivity: Ask students to bring in clean recyclable items (like cardboard\, plastic bottles\, or egg cartons) and provide art supplies to turn these materials into sculptures\, collages\, or decorations. Focus on the theme of “reduce\, reuse\, recycle.”\nExtension: Display the upcycled art around the classroom or school as part of an Earth Day exhibit to inspire others to reduce waste.\n\nPlant a Pollinator-Friendly Garden\nTeach students the importance of biodiversity by planting flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. \n\nActivity: Work together to plant a small garden or flower pots with pollinator-friendly plants like lavender\, wildflowers\, or marigolds. Explain how these plants help support bees and butterflies\, which are crucial for pollination.\nExtension: Link this activity to a science lesson about the life cycle of plants and the role of pollinators in food production.\n\nMore on Teachers’ Corner\nWhy not try a Scavenger Hunt around natural objects. \nDeveloping independence with a local scavenger hunt   \n \nOr make a Butterfly Feeder \nMaking a Butterfly Feeder:  Four design ideas
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/earth-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250417T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250423T170000
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SUMMARY:Tech Week
DESCRIPTION:The week aims to:\n\n\n\n\n\nInspire young people about the wonders of technology\nHelp children understand the importance of the people who create technological inventions\nEncourage children to consider potential career paths in technology\nProvide opportunities for communities to volunteer and share knowledge\n\nCheck out some of the STEM and Technology Integration ideas on Teachers’ Corner: \nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/tag/stem/ \n\nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/tag/technology-integration/ \n\n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/tech-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250408T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250408T200000
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CREATED:20250321T121758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T121801Z
UID:2676-1744138800-1744142400@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Maths My Way J1-6th Class WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Join authors Patrick Neary and Elaine Dillon as they walk you through Maths My Way and the new Primary Maths Curriculum. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Attendance counts towards your Croke Park hours or CPD.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/maths-my-way-j1-6th-class-webinar-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250402
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SUMMARY:April Fool's Day
DESCRIPTION:The 1st of April is a day known for playful pranks and jokes. The exact origins of the day are unclear\, but it is believed to date back to the 16th century\, and possibly earlier. \nOne theory is that it began in 1582\, when France switched from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar. People who were slow to adopt the change and continued to celebrate the New Year in late March or early April were called “April fools” and became targets for practical jokes. Over time\, the tradition of playing harmless pranks spread across Europe and later to other parts of the world. Today\, people around the globe take part in light-hearted tricks on friends\, family\, and colleagues\, with newspapers and media outlets sometimes joining in with outlandish fake stories. \nFunnily enough\, there was an ancient Roman festival with similarities to April Fools’ Day\, called Hilaria\, which was celebrated on March 25th. This festival\, dedicated to the goddess Cybele\, was a day of merriment\, laughter\, and often involved playful mockery. People would disguise themselves in costumes\, play tricks\, and make jokes in the spirit of fun. While Hilaria was connected to religious observance and joy\, it had elements of light-hearted trickery and humour\, much like the pranks associated with modern April Fools’ Day. Though the two traditions aren’t directly linked\, Hilaria offers an interesting parallel from ancient Rome where laughter and jokes were central to the celebration. \nFor some great classroom April Fool jokes\, click here.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/april-fools-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250330T180000
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SUMMARY:Eid
DESCRIPTION:Eid al-Fitr (“Festival of Breaking the Fast”) \n\nWhen: Eid al-Fitr is celebrated at the end of Ramadan\, the Islamic holy month of fasting\, which lasts 29 or 30 days depending on the sighting of the moon.\nSignificance: It marks the end of Ramadan\, a time of fasting from dawn to sunset. Eid al-Fitr is a day of celebration\, gratitude\, and charity after a month of spiritual reflection and self-discipline.\nTraditions:\n\nSpecial Prayer: Muslims gather early in the morning for a special Eid prayer at mosques or large open spaces.\nCharity: Before the prayer\, Muslims give a donation called Zakat al-Fitr\, which ensures that even the less fortunate can join in the celebrations.\nCelebration: After prayers\, families and friends gather for festive meals\, give gifts (especially to children)\, and visit loved ones. Traditional foods and sweets\, like baklava and samosas\, are shared.\nNew Clothes: Many people wear new or their best clothes to mark the occasion.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/eid/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day\, celebrated in Ireland on the fourth Sunday of Lent\, is a great opportunity for students to express gratitude and appreciation for their mothers or mother figures. \nWhy not try one of these ideas: \nHandmade Cards with Personal Messages\nEncourage students to create thoughtful Mother’s Day cards that show appreciation. \n\nActivity: Provide card-making materials like coloured paper\, markers\, and stickers. Have students write personalised messages inside\, reflecting on what they love or appreciate most about their mothers or caregivers.\nExtension: Introduce a short writing activity where students compose a poem or a few heartfelt sentences about why their mother or caregiver is special.\n\nMother’s Day Acrostic Poem\nHelp students develop their literacy skills by creating acrostic poems using the word “MOTHER.” \n\nActivity: Have students write “MOTHER” vertically down a page and come up with a word\, phrase\, or sentence that starts with each letter to describe their mother (e.g.\, “M is for the meals she makes\, O is for her open arms”).\nDisplay: Collect the poems and create a classroom display to celebrate all the different ways mothers are appreciated.\n\nMother’s Day Gift: Flower Pots or Seedlings\nLet students create a small gift that their mothers can keep and nurture. \n\nActivity: Provide small pots and seeds (e.g.\, flowers or herbs) that students can plant and decorate with paints\, stickers\, or markers. This hands-on activity combines creativity with a lesson on how plants grow.\nExtension: Link this activity to science lessons by teaching students how to care for their plants\, encouraging responsibility and connection to nature.\n\nClass Gratitude Tree\nCreate a collective classroom project that showcases gratitude for all the special women in students’ lives. \n\nActivity: Set up a large paper tree on the wall\, and give students leaf-shaped paper cutouts. On each leaf\, they can write something they appreciate about their mother or caregiver and then stick it to the tree.\nClassroom Display: The Gratitude Tree can serve as a lovely reminder of the importance of kindness and appreciation.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/mothers-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20250321T121508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T121512Z
UID:2674-1742929200-1742932800@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Maths My Way J1-6th Class WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Join authors Patrick Neary and Elaine Dillon as they walk you through Maths My Way and the new Primary Maths Curriculum.NOTE: Attendance counts towards your Croke Park hours or CPD.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/maths-my-way-j1-6th-class-webinar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day
DESCRIPTION:Folens Explorers has full SESE units on Early Christian Ireland\, Irish people around the world and Tourism. \n \nChildren could research key facts and make posters or a display. \nKey Facts: \n\nEarly Life: St. Patrick was born in Britain around the year 385 AD. At the age of 16\, he was captured by Irish pirates and taken to Ireland as a slave. After six years of captivity\, he escaped and returned to his family in Britain.\nReturn to Ireland: Following a vision he had after returning home\, Patrick felt called to go back to Ireland\, this time as a Christian missionary. He spent many years spreading Christianity across Ireland\, converting the Irish people and establishing churches and monasteries.\nLegend of the Shamrock: One of the most famous legends about St. Patrick is that he used the shamrock\, a three-leafed clover\, to explain the Holy Trinity (Father\, Son\, and Holy Spirit) to the Irish people. The shamrock has since become one of the key symbols of Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day.\nBanishing the Snakes: Another well-known legend is that St. Patrick banished all the snakes from Ireland. Although this is more of a symbolic tale (since snakes were never native to Ireland)\, it represents St. Patrick driving out paganism from the country.\nSt. Patrick’s Day: March 17th\, the date of his death\, is celebrated around the world with parades\, music\, and wearing green\, a symbol of Irish pride and heritage. It started as a religious feast day but has grown into a global celebration of Irish culture\, especially in places with large Irish communities like the United States\, the UK\, and Australia.\nPatron Saint: St. Patrick is honoured as the patron saint of Ireland\, and his missionary work played a major role in making Ireland a Christian nation.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/st-patricks-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20250308T113853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T113856Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar for LCA Teachers – Social Education\, the New LC SPHE Specification\, and an Introduction to the LCA Course (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative webinar on the New LC SPHE Specification in Social Education. We’ll cover key updates\, including new SPHE updates and existing modules\, planning documents\, the Contemporary Issues Task\, and the new credit structure. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will conclude with a Q&A session\, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain further insights.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/webinar-for-lca-teachers-social-education-the-new-lc-sphe-specification-and-an-introduction-to-the-lca-course-free/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250312T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20250308T113603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T113606Z
UID:2669-1741806000-1741809600@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Webinar for Geography Teachers: Reducing Your Workload with Planning\, Feedback\, and Assessment using RWG (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging webinar designed specifically for Geography teachers! Discover how Real World Geography can help reduce your workload with: \n\n\n\n✔ Planning – Streamline your lesson planning with ease✔ Providing Feedback to Students – Practical strategies for meaningful feedback✔ Ready-Made Assessment – Save time with ready-to-use assessments for Junior Cycle Geography \n\n\n\nThe webinar will conclude with a Q&A session\, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain further insights.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/webinar-for-geography-teachers-reducing-your-workload-with-planning-feedback-and-assessment-using-rwg-free/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250311T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20250308T112803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T112857Z
UID:2667-1741719600-1741723200@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Webinar for SPHE Teachers: Senior Cycle SPHE- an introduction and overview (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this engaging 1-hour webinar designed to support SPHE teachers in navigating the Senior Cycle curriculum. Hosted by SPHE for Senior Cycle author Stephanie Mangan\, this session will provide a deeper understanding of key aspects of the programme\, including: \n\n\n\n✔ Introduction✔ Specification Overview✔ Assessment✔ Features of the Senior Cycle SPHE Book✔ Preparation for Teaching✔ Q&A
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/webinar-for-sphe-teachers-senior-cycle-sphe-an-introduction-and-overview-free/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250309
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T133016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T195243Z
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day
DESCRIPTION:International Women’s Day (IWD)\, celebrated on March 8th\, provides a valuable opportunity to teach students about gender equality\, women’s achievements\, and the importance of challenging stereotypes. This day has been celebrated for more than 100 years. \nhttps://www.internationalwomensday.com/ \nHere are a couple of things you could try: \nFamous Women in History Research Project\nIntroduce students to influential women from history and today\, from different fields such as politics\, science\, and the arts. \n\nActivity: Assign each student or small groups a notable woman to research\, such as Mary Robinson\, Ireland’s first female president\, or scientist Marie Curie. Students can create posters or short presentations showcasing their achievements.\nExtension: Have a class discussion on how these women have shaped the world and how gender equality has evolved over time.\n\nInspirational Women Role Models: Interview or Write\nEncourage students to think about the women who inspire them in their own lives\, whether it’s a family member\, teacher\, or public figure. \n\nActivity: Ask students to write a short piece about an inspirational woman in their life\, or\, if possible\, interview a female role model (either in person or virtually).\nClassroom Display: Collect these pieces and create a classroom wall of inspiration\, highlighting the students’ chosen role models.\n\n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/international-womens-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
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SUMMARY:World Book Day
DESCRIPTION:Read stories\, dress up as characters.. so much fun! \nCheck out some of the World Book Day and reading ideas on Teachers’ Corner. \n  \nEngage students with reading and creative writing using interactive stories \n \nOpening a door to reading on World Book Day
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/world-book-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
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SUMMARY:Pancake Day!
DESCRIPTION:Shrove Tuesday\, also known as Pancake Tuesday in Ireland\, is the day before Lent begins. It’s a Christian tradition that has been celebrated for centuries. The name “Shrove” comes from the word “shriven\,” which means to confess sins and receive forgiveness. Shrove Tuesday is a day when people prepare for Lent\, a period of 40 days leading up to Easter\, by reflecting on their lives and giving up certain luxuries. \nOne of the most famous traditions of Shrove Tuesday is making and eating pancakes. In the past\, people would use up rich ingredients like eggs\, milk\, and butter before fasting during Lent\, so pancakes became a popular way to enjoy these foods. Today\, in many countries\, people still enjoy pancakes on this day. \nFor some different lesson ideas\, why not study how other countries celebrate the run up to Lent. In some places\, Shrove Tuesday is also celebrated with carnivals and parades\, especially in countries like Brazil (with the famous Rio Carnival) and New Orleans (with Mardi Gras).
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/pancake-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T194713Z
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras
DESCRIPTION:In New Orleans\, Mardi Gras (“Fat Tuesday” in French) is a major festival before Lent. \n\nFat Tuesday refers to the practice of using up rich foods (like butter\, sugar\, and meat) before the fasting season of Lent\, which explains the focus on indulgence and feasting.\nGlobal Celebrations: While New Orleans is the most famous\, Mardi Gras celebrations also take place in places like Mobile\, Alabama (where the first American Mardi Gras was held) and worldwide in countries like France\, Brazil (as part of Carnival)\, and Italy.\n\nMardi Gras is a joyful\, energetic event filled with tradition\, music\, and celebration.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/mardi-gras/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T132033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T191518Z
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SUMMARY:World Wildlife Day
DESCRIPTION:WWD is held on March 3 because it’s the day that the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was signed in 1973. \nHere are four ideas you might want to try: \nAdopt an Endangered Animal\nEncourage students to “adopt” an endangered animal\, learning about its habitat\, threats\, and conservation efforts. \n\nHave students research their chosen animal and create a poster or fact file with key information.\n\n  \nWildlife Habitat Dioramas\nHelp students understand different ecosystems by creating dioramas that represent wildlife habitats (e.g.\, forests\, oceans\, or grasslands). \n\nProvide materials like cardboard\, clay\, and recycled objects for students to craft habitats\, including the animals that live in them.\nHave each group present their habitat and discuss how human actions impact wildlife in those ecosystems.\n\n  \nWildlife Conservation Pledge\nEncourage students to create personal or classroom-wide pledges to help protect wildlife and the environment. \n\nDiscuss ways they can help wildlife\, such as reducing plastic use or protecting pollinators\, and have them write or draw their pledges.\nHang the pledges around the classroom as a visual reminder of their commitments.\n\n  \nNature Walk and Animal Spotting\nTake students on a nature walk around the school grounds or a nearby park to observe local wildlife.- \n\nProvide them with a checklist of animals or plants to spot\, and discuss the importance of biodiversity\, even in local environments.\nHave students take pictures or make notes\, then use the information for a class discussion or wildlife journal.\n\nHere are some more “Natural World” activities and ideas on Teachers’ Corner: \nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/tag/natural-world/ \n 
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250301T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T130412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T191017Z
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SUMMARY:Seachtaine na Gaeilge
DESCRIPTION:During Seachtain na Gaeilge\, the Irish language is celebrated around the country and abroad. \nCheck out some ideas on Teachers’ Corner: https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/category/lesson-ideas/irish-language/ \nFor a full range of lessons and activities\, check out the Irish Primary Language Programme from Folens – Abair Liom https://folens.ie/pages/abair-liom-2nd-edition
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/seachtaine-na-gaeilge/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250301T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T121016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T190510Z
UID:2025-1740816000-1741366800@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Engineers Week - Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Engineers Week is an event that introduces children in primary and secondary schools to the world of engineering. The event is run by the Engineers Ireland STEPS program\, which is funded by the Department of Education and industry leaders.Anyone can participate in Engineers Week. \n\n\nSign up for updates and information about activities and resources. \nhttps://www.engineersireland.ie/Schools/Engineers-Week \nHere is a simple activity on Teachers’ Corner that can be developed for all ages: \nExploring Structures: Paper Bridges \n \nWater is a scarce resources in many places in the world.  The ideas in this activity could be applied to this problem:\n\nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/explore-the-water-cycle-by-making-a-solar-still
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/engineers-week-ireland/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250228T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T140145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T185748Z
UID:2044-1740765600-1743354000@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Ramadan
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar\, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting\, prayer\, reflection\, and community. \n\nIntroduce students to the concept of charity (Zakat) and kindness\, which are central to Ramadan. Create a class kindness calendar for the month\, where each day has a small\, thoughtful task\, such as “Help a friend” or “Share something with someone in need.” Link this to the importance of giving back to the community.\nShow students how to make traditional Ramadan lanterns (Fanous) using coloured paper and markers. These lanterns are often hung during Ramadan and symbolise light and hope.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/ramadan/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250228T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T194200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T194311Z
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SUMMARY:Rio Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The run up to Lent is celebrated in different ways around the World.   In Brazil\, The Rio Carnival culminates on Pancake Day. Lots of fun and feasting before the solemn days of Lent. \nRio Carnival\, held in Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil\, is one of the biggest and most famous festivals in the world. It takes place every year in the days leading up to Lent\, with the most extravagant celebrations happening on the weekend before Ash Wednesday. This vibrant event is known for its dazzling parades\, energetic music\, and colourful costumes. \nKey Facts:\n\nOrigins: Carnival has roots in European festivals and was brought to Brazil by Portuguese settlers in the 18th century. Over time\, African and Indigenous cultures influenced it\, creating the unique and multicultural celebration it is today.\nSamba Parades: The highlight of Rio Carnival is the Samba Parades at the Sambadrome\, where samba schools compete\, showcasing elaborate floats\, costumes\, and choreographed dances. Samba is a traditional Brazilian music and dance style that drives the energy of the event.\nStreet Parties (Blocos): In addition to the parades\, Rio is filled with blocos\, or street parties\, where people gather to dance and celebrate throughout the city.\nDuration: Carnival typically lasts five days\, from Friday to Tuesday before Lent\, although preparations and celebrations can start earlier.\nGlobal Fame: Rio Carnival attracts millions of visitors from around the world\, making it a key cultural and tourist event in Brazil.\n\nIt’s a time of celebration\, community\, and creativity\, bringing people together for one last big party before Lent begins.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/rio-carnival/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T124238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184944Z
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SUMMARY:Random Acts Of Kindness Day
DESCRIPTION:Brighten someone’s day and promote positivity! \nAs a teacher\, you can inspire kindness by setting up activities like : \n\nA “Kindness Jar\,” where students drop in notes sharing kind deeds they’ve done or witnessed.\nWrite kind messages to classmates or staff. These activities help promote social-emotional learning\, creating a more supportive and connected school environment where kindness is at the heart of everyday interactions.#\nA compliment chain. Have each student write a compliment or kind message to another classmate. Connect the messages in a paper chain and hang it around the classroom. This creates a visible reminder of kindness.  Keep adding links to the chain as more compliments and kind acts are shared throughout the term!\nKindness Bingo! Agree a bingo card with random acts of kindness\, like “help a friend\,” “compliment someone\,” or “include someone new at playtime.” Students try to complete a row of kind acts over a week.\nAssign each student a “secret kindness buddy” for a week. They must do small acts of kindness (like writing a kind note or helping with something) for their buddy without revealing who they are. At the end of the week\, students can guess who their kindness buddy was.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/random-acts-of-kindness-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T123143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184411Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day
DESCRIPTION:St. Valentine’s Day\, celebrated on February 14th\, is often seen as a day for love and friendship\, but it also has historical and religious significance. The feast has been observed for more than 1500 years! Children could investigate the history of St Valentine. He was remembered for marrying couples at a time when they were forbidden to and for his kindness to others. \nHers is an idea… Valentines cards with a twist! \nInstead of focussing on romantic ideas of love\, create cards or messages of thanks for family\, friends\, staff….. or pets! \n  \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/valentines-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T223452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T224235Z
UID:2140-1739232000-1739318399@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:National Inventors Day
DESCRIPTION:For a great list of Irish inventors\, check out this link: \nhttps://www.ipoi.gov.ie/en/understanding-ip/student-zone/irish-scientists-inventors/ \nNational Inventors’ Day\, celebrated on February 11th\, is a great opportunity to encourage creativity\, problem-solving\, and innovation in your classroom. \nCreate Your Own Invention\n\nActivity: Have students brainstorm problems they face in daily life (e.g.\, carrying books\, keeping things organised) and come up with their own inventions to solve these problems. They can draw their invention and write a short description of how it works.\nExtension: Hold a “classroom invention fair” where students present their ideas and explain why their invention is helpful.\n\nFamous Inventors Research Project\n\nActivity: Assign students a famous inventor to research. They can create posters or presentations about the inventor’s life\, inventions\, and the impact on society.\nExtension: Students can present their research to the class or work in pairs to learn from each other’s findings.\n\nBuild a Prototype\n\nActivity: Provide students with recycled materials (cardboard\, string\, tape\, etc.) and challenge them to build a prototype of their invention idea. This hands-on activity encourages creativity and critical thinking.\nExtension: After building\, have students test their prototypes and discuss how they might improve their designs.\n\nSTEM Challenge: Problem-Solving Competition\n\nActivity: Set up a STEM challenge where students work in small groups to solve a problem using basic materials (e.g.\, building a bridge out of straws\, creating a paper airplane that flies the farthest).\nExtension: Encourage teamwork\, creativity\, and reflection on how real inventors work through challenges and improve their designs over time.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/national-inventors-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T123542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T183256Z
UID:2030-1739232000-1739318399@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:Safer Internet Day
DESCRIPTION:Safer Internet Day\, celebrated in February\, is a great opportunity to teach students about online safety\, digital responsibility\, and respectful behaviour online. \nhttps://better-internet-for-kids.europa.eu/en/saferinternetday \nHere are some things you could do in class with older students: \nCreate an Internet Safety Poster\n\nActivity: Have students design posters with key internet safety tips\, such as “Don’t share personal information” or “Be kind online.” They can use drawings and slogans to make the message clear.\nClassroom Display: Showcase these posters around the school to spread awareness about safe online practices.\n\nInternet Safety Role-Play\n\nActivity: Organise a role-play session where students act out scenarios they might encounter online (e.g.\, someone asking for personal information\, encountering cyberbullying\, or clicking on a suspicious link).\nDiscussion: After each scenario\, discuss what the safest response would be\, emphasising the importance of talking to an adult if something online makes them uncomfortable.\n\nCreate a “Digital Footprint” Collage\n\nActivity: Teach students about digital footprints—how everything we do online leaves a trail. Have them create a collage with footprints\, writing down the types of things that make up their digital footprint (e.g.\, photos\, comments\, likes).\nLesson: Discuss how a positive digital footprint is important and how we can make good choices about what we share online.\n\nOnline Respect and Kindness Pledge\n\nActivity: As a class\, write an Online Respect and Kindness Pledge\, where students commit to treating others kindly online\, not engaging in cyberbullying\, and reporting inappropriate content.\nExtension: Each student can sign the pledge and take a copy home to share with their families\, reinforcing online kindness and safety both at school and at home.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/safer-internet-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260403T183235
CREATED:20241023T122903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T182630Z
UID:2028-1739232000-1739318399@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:International Day of Women and Girls in Science
DESCRIPTION:Teaching about famous female scientists is a great way to inspire students and promote gender equality in STEM fields.  More information about this day: \nhttps://www.un.org/en/observances/women-and-girls-in-science-day \nhttps://www.womeninscienceday.org/ \nHere are some things you could try: \nProfiles of Pioneers: Research and Presentation\nIntroduce students to famous female scientists like Marie Curie\, Ada Lovelace\, Rosalind Franklin\, Mae Jemison\, and Jane Goodall. \n\nActivity: Assign students a female scientist to research. They can create a poster or short presentation highlighting the scientist’s life\, achievements\, and contributions to science. Encourage students to use pictures\, timelines\, and key facts.\nExtension: Have students present their work to the class\, fostering public speaking and sharing knowledge.\n\nSTEM Challenge Inspired by Female Scientists\nLink the achievements of female scientists to a hands-on science activity. \n\nExample: For Jane Goodall\, they could create a mini nature observation diary\, documenting wildlife or plants they observe around the school. For Ada Lovelace\, have students create their own “codes” using simple instructions for a classmate to follow (e.g.\, “Step 1: Move forward two steps. Step 2: Turn left.”). This introduces the concept of algorithms\, similar to how Ada Lovelace wrote the first algorithms for Babbage’s machine.\nObjective: Help students relate the achievements of these women to real-world science and get them excited about conducting experiments.\n\n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/
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