International Day of Women & Girls in Science
Each year, on 11th February, we celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science to recognise the critical role that women and girls play in science and technology. On this day, it is important to recognise and celebrate the work of female scientists and innovators who have made significant contributions to the advancement of […]
Pancake Tuesday
Pancake Day is always fun! It’s a day to enjoy delicious pancakes and have some fun. It’s also a great opportunity for teachers to get creative in the classroom! Here are some ideas for fun activities you can do to introduce Pancake Day to your students, available on Mash.ie. Don’t forget to tag us with […]
St Brigid
Celebrating St Brigid’s Day St Brigid is an important figure in Irish culture, known for her kindness and generosity. She is often associated with the spring season and the coming of new life. St Brigid was born in the 5th century in Faughart, Ireland. Her father was a pagan chieftain and her mother a Christian […]
Journey into Space – A Rhyming Multisensory Story & Exploration of the Solar System Video
I was delighted to have been invited to present at the Sensory Festival hosted by Richard Hirstwood earlier this month. I was asked to present a video of one of my stories and I chose one of my favourites, ‘Journey into Space – A Rhyming Multisensory Story & Exploration of the Solar System’ I thought […]
Sensory Bags
Sensory bags are a cheap and fun way to engage the senses and develop language skills. How to Make a Sensory Bag Choose a non-see through bag that is tactile and catches the eye. (If you don’t have a bag then use a pillowcase) Place a variety of items inside the bag. When choosing items […]