Seasonal Science - St Patrick's Day

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day through science engages kids with fun, hands-on activities that explore Irish culture and traditions. From experimenting with the science of rainbows to learning about the chemistry behind traditional Irish foods, it fosters curiosity, cultural appreciation, and a deeper understanding of scientific principles in an exciting way.

This pack includes 8 fun Valentine's themed science experiments:

1. Walking Rainbow (capillary action)
2. Leprechaun Coin (surface tension)
3. Pot of Gold Thaumatrope (persistence of vision)
4. Painting with Clovers (extracting chlorophyl)
5. Potato Batteries (conducting electricity)
6. Creating Rainbows (light refraction)
7. Water Xylophone (sound vibrations)
8. Leprechaun Goo (non-Newtonian fluids)

PLUS a generic science investigation recording sheet

Each experiment comes with a Teacher Notes page that includes the learning intention behind the experiment, the success criteria, list of materials needed, procedure and teacher notes (to explain in simple terms the background information about the experiment). Student recording sheets are also included.

I have intentional designed these experiments to use easily found materials at school or cheap items that can be purchased from a supermarket (such as potatoes and food coloring).

Incorporating celebrations into science lessons is important for students because it makes learning more fun and interesting. When students learn about scientific concepts through celebrations like holidays or cultural events, they can see how science is connected to their own lives and the world around them. It helps them understand that science is not just something they study in textbooks, but it's something that affects them every day. Learning about different celebrations also teaches students about diversity and different cultures, which is important for building understanding and respect for others.