Publications
My Book of Kells Colouring Book
The Book of Kells is the most famous hand-coloured book in the world. Eoin O'Brien's new book gives you the chance to colour some of the drawings as the monks did over a thousand years ago. Choose from over sixty drawings of heavenly figures, Biblicial people, fantastic creatures, floral, animal and bird motifs, intricate Celtic letters, spirals and designs - and create your own treasures and little masterpieces.
You can order a copy of the book here.
Narture
Narture is a revolutionary new nature/art manual designed particularly for primary school teachers. It will also appeal to parents interested in conveying an appreciation of the natural world to their children. The sixty exercises are theme-based and age-graded, facilitating the teacher in pitching the nature/art sessions appropriately. The exercises are designed for both indoor and outdoor circumstances. They are also cross-curricular, involving aspects of science, geography, history, folklore, the Irish language etc. To order a copy of the book, please visit Gordon's new website, www.gordondarcynature.com
Wild Things at School
The Wild Things at School series, supported by the Heritage Council, has been developed to help engage primary school children and teachers with nature. The original publication, Wild Things at School, a book for primary school teachers has been positively received by teachers all over Ireland and has proved to be a valuable teaching resource. This new publication of Wild Things Worksheets is designed to accompany the teacher’s book providing material for use in the classroom. Exercises are divided into class groups, from the simplest counting for junior infants to stimulating debates and field studies for the older children. Download the Wild things worksheets here.
Reading the Maps: a Guide to the Irish Historic Towns Atlas
The Royal Irish Academy have recently published a book entitled Reading the Maps: a Guide to the Irish Historic Towns Atlas. It draws on 25 years of research and mapping by the Irish Historic Towns Atlas project in the Royal Irish Academy, by using the 21 published Irish towns and cities to compare and contrast the development of urban places in Ireland. It is geared mainly towards teachers and students at all levels. It includes 'test yourself' boxes and really opens up the whole subject of the study of Irish towns in an accessible way. It received a great review in the Westmeath Independent recently, you can read the review here.
Nature's Way: Biodiversity & Ecosystems in Ireland
A beautifully illustrated booklet, produced by An Taisce for senior primary school pupils. Ideas relating to biodiversity and ecosystems are clearly explained. Topics discussed include bogs and wetlands; water quality and fisheries; sealife; climate change and biodiversity on the farm. Really well worth a look.
Download Nature's Way: Biodiversity & Ecosystems in Ireland
Our Wetlands Heritage
Part-funded by the Heritage Council, this booklet explores Ireland's wetland wildlife - everything from dragonflies, butterflies, frogs and newts to wetland birds, right up to our largest carnivore, the otter. It also explores the value of our wetlands, the ecosystems they provide, the associated threats and measures to ensure wetland protection for the future.
You can order a copy today by phoning 01-860 2839 or by visiting the Irish Wildlife Trust website, www.iwt.ie
Heritage In Schools Directory
The Heritage In Schools Directory contains comprehensive information on the scheme along with booking and evaluation forms. It also contains contact details for the Heritage Experts, as some of these contact details have changed since the directory was published in 2008, please use the Heritage Expert contact details listed on this website.
Download the Heritage In Schools Directory [PDF 7MB]
Wild Things at School
This book will provide an opportunity for every child in Primary School to participate in a nature studies programme which helps them identify common plants, trees, animals, birds and creepycrawlies.
This will make it easier for them to take up ecology modules in the science programme in Secondary School, and help them to know their own local environment.
Download the Wild Things at School book [PDF 3.2MB]
Wicklow in Prehistory
This booklet provides information about Wicklow in prehistoric times.
Download the Wicklow in Prehistory [PDF 10.2MB]
Wicklow in Early Middle Ages
This booklet provides information about Wicklow in Early Middle Ages.
Download the Wicklow in Early Middle Ages [PDF 10.7MB]
Wicklow in Late Middle Ages
This booklet provides information about Wicklow in Late Middle Ages.
Download the Wicklow in Late Middle Ages [PDF 9.3MB]
Wicklow Archaeology School Pack
These schools materials have been designed to support the publication, “An Introduction to the Archaeology of County Wicklow”, produced by the Heritage Office of Wicklow County Council. The activities aim to develop an appreciation of Wicklow’s Archaeological Heritage from Prehistoric to Late Medieval Times.
Download the Wicklow in Archaeology School Pack [PDF1.25 MB]
Loughnaneane Primary School Pack
Loughnaneane Park is a free amenity provided by Roscommon County Council, available to all. When your school has reason to visit Roscommon town, whether for swimming, sports or any other reason. This pack aims to promote Loughnaneane Park as an education resource site, to be used by primary schools in the county for field studies relating to natural, built & cultural heritage.
Download the Loughnaneane Primary School Pack [PDF 6.25 MB]
Download the Loughnaneane/Roscommon Castle Presentation [PPT 15 MB]
