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Children will love this colouring book with a difference! There are fifteen traditional Irish stories to read and then colour in, making it a book to treasure. There is something for everyone, from cautionary tales of cunning leprechauns to the thrilling exploits of great Irish heroes.

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This beautifully illustrated board book tells the whimsical story of how a little leprechaun protects the secret of his pot o gold. The book houses a plush leprechaun toy that may be removed after turning the final page.

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It includes the stories of 'The Children of Lir', 'Deirdre of the Sorrows', 'Setanta', 'The Salmon of Knowledge', 'Fionn and the Dragon', 'Oisin in Tir na n-Og'. Sensitively written, these stories can be read to or by children of every age. This book will also prove popular with adults, re-kindling magical stories from their own childhood. Other books by Yvonne Carroll Beginner's Irish Dictionary Irish Legends for Children Leprechaun Tales The Little Leprechaun Library The Very Little Leprechaun Tale

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A mini edition of this delightful collection of traditional Irish legends including much-loved favourites such as 'Oisin', 'The Brown Bull of Cooley' and 'The Giant from Scotland'. Six beautifully illustrated legends, simply retold for children of all ages to enjoy and remember. Other books by Yvonne Carroll Beginner's Irish Dictionary Irish Legends for Children Irish Legends for Children - Mini Leprechaun Tales The Little Leprechaun Library The Very Little Leprechaun Tale

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This charming and wonderfully illustrated book brings to life six traditional Irish Leprechaun tales. The stories tell of mischievious leprechauns and inquisitive people, of cobblers, pots of gold and fairy rings. It is popular with young and old alike. Other books by Yvonne Carroll Beginner's Irish Dictionary Great Irish Legends for Children Irish Legends for Children Irish Legends for Children - Mini The Little Leprechaun Library The Very Little Leprechaun Tale

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The band playing ‘Nearer my God to Thee’ as the ship went down is probably one of the most famous stories relating to the Titanic. The bravery of the band and their leader, Wallace Hartley, is one of the endearing stories to come out of the worst disaster to happen to a British passenger liner. Who comprised the band? Who was Wallace Hartley and where did he come from? Not much has been written about this enigmatic band leader or of his part in the tragedy, beyond a few mentions in the many books on the disaster. But he was one of the most important characters in the story of Titanic. Yvonne Speak has spent years researching the life story of Wallace Hartley and has conducted interviews with remaining members of his family. Here she tells his story and remembers this most British of heroes.

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Drawing on hundreds of years of Irish folklore, there are tales of magic and mystery, of the mayhem caused by the "little people", together with stories of love and heroism, some familiar and some less so. There are stories of great giants, clever warriors, jealous queens and mystical creatures. Read how the Children of Lir became beautiful white swans, how Fionn defeated the fire-eating dragon, and share the exciting adventures of the Red Branch Knights. Discover the story behind the Giant's Causeway, and laugh with the leprechauns as they plot their mischief. Interspersed throughout this irresistible treasury is a delightful selection of Irish poems – perfect for reading aloud to children of all ages.

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A bumper collection of Ireland’s favourite legends for children. Included are: The Children of Lir, The Brown Bull of Cooley, Deirdre of the Sorrows, The Salmon of Knowledge and a host of other legends of Oisin, Setanta, Fionn and the heroes of Irish mythology.

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