How to Catch a Leprechaun

Get ready to add some luck to your storytime with the hilarious and high-energy "How to Catch a Leprechaun" by Adam Wallace and Andy Elkerton!

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and a mischievous little leprechaun is on the loose! He’s turning houses upside down, escaping every trap, and leaving a trail of glitter in his wake. Can you build a trap clever enough to catch him, or will he outsmart you with his Irish magic once again?

In this video, children will learn about:

• ? STEM & Engineering: Thinking like an inventor to design creative "leprechaun traps."
• ? Rhyme & Rhythm: Following the fast-paced, bouncy text that builds phonological awareness.
• ? Critical Thinking: Problem-solving as they analyze why each trap fails and how to improve the next one.

This read-aloud is a massive hit for March! It’s the ultimate inspiration for a "St. Patrick’s Day STEM Challenge," a lesson on folklore, or just a giggle-filled storytime to celebrate the luck of the Irish.