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SUMMARY:St Brigid's Day
DESCRIPTION:St. Brigid is one of Ireland’s most beloved saints and is known as the patron saint of farmers\, animals\, and healing. Born in County Kildare around 450 AD\, she was famous for her kindness\, her love for the poor\, and her many miracles\, including healing the sick. St. Brigid’s Day\, celebrated on February 1st\, marks the beginning of spring in Ireland and honours her legacy of charity\, nature\, and community. \nHere are three things you could do: \n\nMake a St. Brigid’s Cross\, a traditional symbol said to protect homes from harm. Explain the significance of the cross and how it is usually made on St. Brigid’s Day to welcome the new season of spring. Rushes\, pipe cleaners\, or strips of paper could be used.\nIn honour of St. Brigid’s spirit of generosity\, have students complete a “Kindness Challenge” by writing down three acts of kindness they can do for someone in their home or community. Afterward\, discuss how being kind\, just like St. Brigid\, can make a big difference in the world around them.\nSince St. Brigid is the patron saint of farmers\, talk about how food is grown on farms and the importance of caring for animals and crops. Then\, have students plant their own seeds (like herbs or vegetables) in small pots\, teaching them how farmers work with nature to grow the food we eat. As the seeds grow\, students can track their plants’ progress and learn about caring for the environment. A great Spring activity too!\n\n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/st-brigids-day/
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SUMMARY:Chinese New Year
DESCRIPTION:Chinese New Year\, also known as the Spring Festival\, is a vibrant celebration filled with traditions that can spark curiosity and learning. Here are three ways to explore this cultural event with your students: \n1. Chinese Zodiac Animals and Storytelling\nIntroduce the 12 Chinese Zodiac animals and the myth of the Great Race\, which explains how each animal was chosen for the zodiac cycle. \n\nActivity: Have students identify their zodiac animal based on their birth year and create drawings or masks of the animals.\nExtension: Discuss personality traits associated with each animal and compare them to Western zodiac signs.\n\n2. Crafting Chinese Lanterns and Red Envelopes\nChinese New Year is known for its lanterns and hongbao (red envelopes). \n\nActivity: Students can make paper lanterns using red and gold paper (symbols of good luck) or design red envelopes\, which are traditionally filled with money as a sign of good fortune.\nCultural Insight: Discuss the importance of these symbols and how they relate to New Year traditions like wishing for prosperity and happiness.\n\n3. Dragon Dance and Music Exploration\nThe Dragon Dance is a key feature of Chinese New Year parades\, symbolising strength and protection. \n\nActivity: Watch a video of a traditional Dragon Dance\, then have students work together to create a simple dragon costume or puppet.\nExtension: Play traditional Chinese music during the activity and encourage students to create their own “parade” to celebrate the festival.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/chinese-new-year/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250126T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250126T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
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SUMMARY:Australia Day
DESCRIPTION:Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. Observed annually on 26 January. \nCheck out how guest author Roisín O Rourke has brought the wider world\, and Australia\, into her classroom. \nMaking Global Connections: Our Australia Story
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/australia-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20250106T213604Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: 'The Power of Play'
DESCRIPTION:Teachers’ Corner author and teacher/assistant principal\, Gillian Corbally leads this free PD session. ONLINE via Zoom. \n\n\n\nPlay is a powerful tool for learning\, creativity and emotional growth. It fosters problem-solving skills\, social interaction and innovation\, allowing both children and adults to explore new ideas in a fun and stimulating manner. Through play\, children can develop resilience\, empathy and cognitive flexibility\, making it a crucial element in personal and collective well-being. Whether structured or spontaneous\, play helps to unlock potential\, enhance learning and build meaningful connections.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/free-webinar-the-power-of-play/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241223
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Solstice\, occurring around December 21st or 22nd in the Northern Hemisphere\, is the shortest day and longest night of the year. It marks a turning point\, after which days gradually become longer. The solstice has been celebrated by various cultures for thousands of years and is tied to themes of rebirth\, light\, and renewal. \nHere are some potential talking points. \nWhat is the Winter Solstice? \n\n\n\nExplain that the Winter Solstice happens when the Earth’s axis tilts farthest from the sun\, resulting in the shortest day of the year. It’s an astronomical event that marks the start of winter.\n\n\n\nCultural Significance \n\n\n\nDiscuss how ancient civilisations\, like the Celts in Ireland\, celebrated the solstice as a time of renewal and hope. For example\, Newgrange\, an ancient Irish monument\, is aligned with the rising sun on the Winter Solstice.\nMany cultures\, including the Vikings and Romans\, held feasts and festivals\, often centred on the return of light.\n\n\n\nSolstice in Nature \n\n\n\nExplore how animals and plants respond to the changing length of days. Discuss concepts of hibernation\, migration\, and how humans also respond to the darker\, colder months.\n\n\n\nLesson Ideas: \n\nSun and Earth Model: Use a globe and a lamp to demonstrate how the Earth tilts away from the sun during the winter\, causing shorter days.\nNewgrange Exploration: Show videos or images of Newgrange\, explaining its importance and connection to the solstice. Discuss how ancient people tracked the movement of the sun.\nSeasonal Changes: Have students observe how the length of days changes after the solstice and chart the sunrise and sunset times over the next few weeks.\nWinter Solstice Craft: Create paper sun symbols or lanterns to symbolise the return of light\, tying into the theme of hope and renewal.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/winter-solstice/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241211
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SUMMARY:International Human Rights Day
DESCRIPTION:International Human Rights Day\, observed on December 10th\, marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations in 1948. It is a day to raise awareness about the rights that every human is entitled to\, such as the right to education\, freedom\, and equality. \n\nWhat is the UDHR?\n\nIntroduce students to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights\, which outlines the basic rights and freedoms everyone should have\, regardless of nationality\, gender\, race\, or religion.\n\n\nWhy It’s Important\n\nDiscuss the importance of human rights in ensuring equality\, fairness\, and justice for all. Highlight global issues where these rights are still being fought for\, and connect this to values like respect\, kindness\, and inclusion.\n\n\nChildren’s Rights\n\nExplore the Convention on the Rights of the Child\, explaining how children have the right to education\, safety\, and a voice in decisions that affect them.\n\n\n\nLesson Ideas: \n\nHuman Rights Poster: Have students design posters illustrating different human rights\, like the right to education or freedom of speech.\nRights in Action: Discuss real-world examples of how human rights are protected or challenged\, and encourage students to think about ways they can promote fairness and respect in their own lives.\nChildren’s Rights Debate: Organise a simple debate on children’s rights or hold a discussion on the importance of equality and fairness.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/international-human-rights-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
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SUMMARY:Feast of The Immaculate Conception
DESCRIPTION:An time to focus on themes of peace\, kindness\, and faith during the Advent season. \n\nMary in Art: Show students famous artworks of Mary and have them create their own drawings or crafts inspired by her.\nReflective Writing: Ask students to write about how they can show kindness and faith\, following Mary’s example. Younger students can create a “Virtue Tree” with actions they can take during Advent.\nClass Discussion: Talk about how families and communities observe the day\, and explore traditions linked to the feast.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/feast-of-the-immaculate-conception/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
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SUMMARY:The Late Late Toy Show
DESCRIPTION:One of the most watched shows of the year!!! \nIt’s also perhaps an opportunity to help children understand that not all families can afford toys or expensive gifts\, and that love\, fun\, and creativity are not dependent on material things. \nA class discussion could explore how people can have just as much joy by spending time together or doing activities that don’t cost money. Encourage children to appreciate simple\, meaningful experiences\, such as going on nature walks\, baking together\, making crafts from recycled materials\, or playing games like hide-and-seek. The best memories often come from spending time with loved ones\, not from what we buy.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/the-late-late-toy-show/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
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SUMMARY:Moviemakers! Walt Disney's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Walt Disney\, born on December 5th\, 1901\, is an influential figure in the history of entertainment and animation. His legacy includes the creation of beloved characters such as Mickey Mouse\, the founding of Disney Studios\, and the development of Disneyland and Disney World theme parks. Celebrating Walt Disney’s birthday in the classroom offers a fun way to explore creativity\, storytelling\, and the impact of animation on popular culture. \nLesson ideas could include a storytelling workshop\, where students create their own cartoon characters and write short stories or comic strips.  Exploring Disney’s artistic achievements\, teachers can introduce students to the basics of animation by using simple flipbooks or digital tools to create short animations. \nFor younger students\, a fun activity might be a Disney character dress-up day or a screening of classic Disney films followed by a conversation about the moral lessons in these stories. Teachers could also dive into the history of animation\, showing how Disney’s innovations changed the industry and paved the way for modern animation techniques. \nCheck out the Moviemakers activity ideas on Teachers’ Corner to explore the principles of moviemaking and animation. \nMoviemakers: Make a Wonder Turner \n \nMoviemakers: Using a stop motion app \n \nMoviemakers: Papermation \n \nMoviemakers: Create a movie set to scale using Canva \n \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/moviemakers-walt-disneys-birthday/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202
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SUMMARY:Beginning of Advent
DESCRIPTION:In the classroom\, Advent can be used as a way to explore themes of patience\, kindness\, and generosity\, as well as the religious significance of Christmas. \nLesson ideas might include creating a class Advent calendar where each day a student performs an act of kindness\, symbolising the season’s message of giving. \nCraft projects like making Advent cards or paper wreaths can help younger children understand the season in a creative way. \nDiscussion points could focus on how Advent is celebrated in different countries and cultures\, including Irish traditions\, and how it encourages people to prepare their hearts for Christmas. For older students\, you can delve into the historical and religious origins of Advent\, offering a deeper understanding of its role in Christian faith.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/beginning-of-advent/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241129
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving (USA)
DESCRIPTION:While Thanksgiving is primarily celebrated in the United States and Canada\, it offers an opportunity to explore global traditions and themes of gratitude\, community\, and history. \nThanksgiving can be introduced as a way to discuss the importance of giving thanks\, harvest festivals\, and the history of immigration and cultural exchange. \nYou can encourage students to reflect on their own cultural traditions related to giving thanks or the harvest season. Incorporating activities such as creating gratitude lists\, writing letters of thanks\, or exploring the diverse foods associated with the holiday can make the topic more engaging and relevant\, helping students to appreciate the broader concept of thankfulness and shared meals in various cultures.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/thanksgiving-usa/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121
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SUMMARY:World Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:World Children’s Day\, celebrated annually on November 20th\, is a global event dedicated to promoting children’s rights and well-being. Established by the United Nations\, it marks the anniversary of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child (1959) and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989). \nFor teachers\, this day provides a wonderful opportunity to engage students in discussions about their rights\, equality\, and the importance of their voices in shaping a better future. Activities could include: \n\nclassroom debates on children’s rights\,\nart projects reflecting children’s hopes for the world\,\nor fundraising efforts to support children’s charities.\n\nBy celebrating this day\, you can foster empathy\, understanding\, and a sense of global citizenship with your class\, encouraging your students to think about how they can contribute to creating a fairer\, more inclusive world for all children.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/world-childrens-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20241011T144117Z
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SUMMARY:World Kindness Day
DESCRIPTION:Write a letter\, send a postcard or just do something nice for someone! \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.\n\nIf you want to try more activities… there is also the Random Acts of Kindness Day!
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/world-kindness-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241112
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
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SUMMARY:Origami Day!
DESCRIPTION:Origami\, the ancient Japanese art of paper folding\, is a fantastic way to teach children patience\, focus\, and fine motor skills. It also promotes spatial awareness and creativity\, making it an ideal hands-on activity for the classroom. For children aged 7 to 11\, origami offers a fun and engaging way to improve their problem-solving abilities while creating something they can be proud of. \nStart with simple models\, like paper boats or animals\, and if you have the time\, gradually introduce more complex designs as students become more confident. Additionally\, origami can be tied into lessons on geometry\, symmetry\, and even cultural studies.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/origami-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241118
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20241011T144303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T153938Z
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SUMMARY:Science Week
DESCRIPTION:https://www.sfi.ie/engagement/science-week/ \nLooking for ideas? Check out some of the Science and STEM articles on Teachers’ Corner \nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/tag/stem/ \nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/tag/science/ \nhttps://teacherscorner.folens.ie/tag/natural-world/ \n  \nMore ideas: https://esero.ie/primary-level/
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/science-week/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20241011T143317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T003647Z
UID:1987-1731196800-1731283199@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:International Tongue Twister Day
DESCRIPTION:Here are some short tongue twisters that are perfect to practise pronunciation and have fun with language: \n\nRed lorry\, yellow lorry.\nShe sells seashells by the seashore.\nHow much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?\nPeter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.\nFuzzy Wuzzy was a bear\, Fuzzy Wuzzy had no hair.\nSix slippery snails slid slowly.\nA proper copper coffee pot.\nToy boat\, toy boat\, toy boat.\n\nThen they can have a go at making up some of their own! \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/international-tongue-twister-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241106
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20241011T142610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T153320Z
UID:1984-1730764800-1730851199@teacherscorner.folens.ie
SUMMARY:US Election Day
DESCRIPTION:While the world’s media blast out stories\, you can talk about democracy\, the voting process and how individuals can have a say in how they would like things to be. \nClassroom Vote on a Fun Decision\n\nActivity: Organise a simple vote on something fun\, like what movie to watch\, which game to play\, or what reward to have for good behaviour.\nLesson: Explain the concept of voting\, majority rule\, and how everyone’s opinion matters in a democracy.\n\nCreate a “Mini Election” for Class Representatives\n\nActivity: Hold a mock election where students can run for roles like “class helper” or “eco monitor.” Have candidates give a short speech on why they’re the best choice\, then let students vote.\nLesson: This introduces students to democratic processes like campaigning\, voting\, and fair elections.\n\nVoting as a Right and Responsibility Discussion\n\nActivity: Read a story or show a video about how people gained the right to vote (e.g.\, the suffrage movement). Discuss why voting is both a right and a responsibility.\nLesson: Help students understand that democracy gives everyone a voice\, but it also relies on people participating responsibly.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/us-election-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241103
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20241011T142509Z
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SUMMARY:Dia de les Muertes - The Day of the Dead
DESCRIPTION:Despite the spooky name\, this Mexican festival is an opportunity to explore positive themes of love\, remembrance and family.  The Mexican Day of the Dead\, or Día de los Muertos\, is a vibrant cultural celebration that can offer a rich learning experience for children. \nHere are some creative ways to introduce this tradition into the classroom. \nCreate an Ofrenda (altar): Set up a classroom altar where students can contribute photos or drawings of loved ones or pets they wish to honour. \nPaper Marigolds Craft: Teach students how to make colourful marigold flowers out of tissue paper\, a symbol used during the celebration. \nDecorate Sugar Skulls: Provide paper templates or sugar skull kits for children to decorate in bright colours. \nStorytelling: Share traditional Mexican folktales related to the Day of the Dead\, highlighting the positive themes of remembrance and family. \nDiscussion on Cultural Significance: Engage the class in a conversation about how different cultures celebrate and remember their ancestors\, promoting inclusivity and understanding. These activities can help children explore the rich cultural heritage of Día de los Muertos while fostering creativity and cultural awareness.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/dia-de-les-muertes/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTSTAMP:20260404T003353
CREATED:20241011T142348Z
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SUMMARY:All Saint's Day
DESCRIPTION:All Saints’ Day\, celebrated on November 1st\, is an important day in the Christian calendar dedicated to honouring all saints\, known and unknown. For a class\, this day offers a meaningful way to discuss themes of faith\, tradition\, and remembrance. You could introduce the significance of All Saints’ Day by explaining how it honours those who lived good and holy lives. \nLesson ideas could include a discussion on what it means to be a “saint” and how students can embody kindness and goodness in their daily lives. \nStorytime could feature tales of famous Irish saints\, like St. Patrick or St. Brigid\, with students creating simple drawings or writing short reflections on what qualities they admire in these figures. \nA class project might involve making a “Saints Wall\,” where students research a saint and share interesting facts or make a saint-themed craft. \nDiscussion points can focus on how All Saints’ Day relates to the broader cultural context\, including how it connects with All Souls’ Day (November 2nd) and ancient Irish traditions like Samhain\, fostering a deeper understanding of both religious and cultural heritage.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/all-saints-day/
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SUMMARY:Diwali
DESCRIPTION:Diwali\, also known as Deepavali\, is the Hindu festival of lights\, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions. It symbolises the spiritual “victory of light over darkness\, good over evil\, and knowledge over ignorance”. \nHere are five simple ideas to help students understand and celebrate Diwali: \n1. Storytelling: The Story of Diwali\nIntroduce the story of Lord Rama’s return from exile and his victory over Ravana. Use picture books or videos to explain the tale. Students can create storyboards or comic strips to retell the key events. \n2. Rangoli Art\nRangoli\, colourful patterns drawn on the ground\, symbolise good luck. Have students create their own Rangoli using chalk\, sand\, or coloured rice. This can tie into maths lessons on symmetry and patterns. \n3. Diwali Food Tasting\nHost a Diwali tasting day with traditional Indian sweets like Laddoos or Barfi. Discuss the importance of food in the celebrations\, highlighting themes of sharing and generosity. Always check for allergies. \n4. Diyas: The Lamps of Diwali\nDiyas\, small oil lamps\, symbolise light overcoming darkness. Students can make their own Diyas using clay\, and you can discuss the importance of light across different cultures. \n5. Music and Dance\nPlay traditional Diwali music or Bollywood tunes and teach simple dance steps. This can be part of a larger celebration day\, allowing students to perform for others.
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/diwali/
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SUMMARY:Halloween!!
DESCRIPTION:Check out these cool Halloween themed P.E. ideas! \nBOO!!! Five spooky PE lesson ideas for Halloween
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/halloween/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012
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SUMMARY:Maths Week!
DESCRIPTION:Have you signed up yet? \nhttps://www.mathsweek.ie/2024/ \nMaths Week Ireland is an all-island initiative promoting positive attitudes towards maths and highlighting the importance of maths in our lives since 2006. This annual festival is a collaborative partnership of organisations including all the universities\, institutes of technology\, professional bodies\, visitor centres and more. \nWhy not check out some of the fun Maths Week ideas on Teachers’ Corner. \nGreat ways to use ‘Six Bricks’ in Maths\, Literacy\, Science & more… \n \nThree fun whole class Maths games to build confidence \n \nThree maths games that will make them think!
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/maths-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241001T080000
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SUMMARY:International School Library Month
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nIf you are looking for new ideas and project to promote your school library\, check out the links from the International Association of School Librarianship and maybe join them https://iasl-online.org/ISLM \nhttps://iasl-online.org/Projects-Activities \nHere is a neat idea on Teachers’ Corner that you could explore… book themed doors! \nOpening a door to reading on World Book Day \n \n  \n 
URL:https://teacherscorner.folens.ie/event/international-school-library-month/
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