History of St. Patrick's Day
Is St. Patrick's Day based on a real life person?
Yes, his real name was Maewyn and was born in England then was kidnapped to Ireland at the age of 16.
What is the name of the small character that looks for pots of gold at the end of a rainbow?
What color do you wear on St. Patrick's Day?
Green
When Christopher is upset, how many breaths should he take to calm down?
5 deep breaths
Talk with staff, mom/dad or Sara regarding change.
What country was Saint Patrick brought to when he was kidnapped?
Ireland
What can you find at the end of a rainbow?
Pot of gold
What is traditional Irish dancing called?
a.) Irish Step Dancing, b.) Waltz, c.) Square Dancing
a.) Irish Step Dancing
True or False: Christopher should ask for a break instead of pinching or biting someone if there is a change.
True, asking for a break gives us time to calm down instead of hurting others, plus it also communicates to others we are upset.
Can Tim decide to change his schedule if he needs to.
Yes, as long as the task is able to be completed that day.
What did Saint Patrick do as a job that meant he took care of sheep while he was in Ireland.
He worked as a Shepherd
This is a large instrument with strings that is used in traditional Irish music?
Harp
True or False "Erin go bragh" means "Ireland Forever"?
True
If Christopher and Alyssa are playing "Sorry" and Alyssa gets a sorry card and sends Christopher back to start, What should Christopher do?
Christopher should let it happen because that is how you play the game and continue to have fun.
Sara and Tim are suppose to go to lunch. Sara arrives at the house and tells Tim he has 5 minutes to come upstairs. How should Tim respond?
"I heard you and I will be up." Tim then should be upstairs in 5 minutes.
True or False: We celebrate St. Patrick's Day on March 17th because it is the day Saint Patrick died?
True
What is the name of the plant that is green and has 3 leaves
A Shamrock
What could happen if you don't wear green on St. Patrick's Day?
You could get pinched!
Can Christopher go downstairs and hurry Tim along if Tim is running behind?
No, Christopher should allow staff to go and let Tim know to hurry up.
If Tim is not ready by 9:00 am for day program. Staff will take Christopher to day program. Who should Tim call for a ride?
Amanda or Sara, not mom or dad
What religion did Saint Patrick teach to the people of Ireland?
Christianity
What are two examples of Saint Patrick's Day items that are good luck?
A four leaf clover and horseshoe
Chicago is known for dying their river this color on St. Patrick's Day every year.
Green
Name an activity that Christopher can do if something upsets him to help him calm down.
Painting or a walk
What is an activity that Tim could do if he is upset?
Mow to lawn or take a walk.