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Primary School Resources

These resources are to help parents, teachers and children. We are continuously adding new ideas and guides. So bookmark this page and come back often.

Useful links to Primary and National School Resources

You may find these websites useful for Religious Education and Faith Formation for children at Primary and National School

  • Catholic Icing-Crafts for Children: www.catholicicing.com
  • Diocese of Derry: www.derrydiocese.org
  • Drawing God Projects: www.drawing-god.com
  • Kildare and Leighlin Diocese: www.kandle.ie
  • Praying in Colour: www.prayingincolor.com
  • Trocaire: www.trocaire.org
  • Veritas - Grow in Love Religious Education Programme: www.growinlove.ie (login for parents/guardians): Email: trial@growinlove.ie Password: growinlove
  • World Missions Ireland (children’s section): www.wmi.ie/society-of-missionary-children

A Feast of the Assumption Activity

Published: August 18, 2021

Why not spend time making your own Assumption scene - easy to do, great fun and a lovely way to remember Mary, Queen of Heaven!  A great activity for … [Read more...] about A Feast of the Assumption Activity

Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven

Published: August 12, 2021

On the 15th August, the Church celebrates the great Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven. Tradition teaches that Mary was … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven

Celebrating the 1500th Anniversary of Saint Columba/Colmcille

Published: May 25, 2021

Communities across Derry and Donegal will commemorate the 1500th anniversary of the birth of Saint Colmcille/Columba in 2021. Bishop Donal McKeown … [Read more...] about Celebrating the 1500th Anniversary of Saint Columba/Colmcille

Video Reflection on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Published: May 25, 2021

Why not take time out to reflect on the gifts of the Holy Spirit?  A peaceful, prayerful way to start or end a day. Come Holy Spirit... … [Read more...] about Video Reflection on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Jesus Goes To His Father -Ascension Sunday

Published: May 16, 2021

Why not bring Ascension Sunday to a close  by celebrating in prayer.   Praying through Movement is a physical activity which promotes spiritual … [Read more...] about Jesus Goes To His Father -Ascension Sunday

God Loves You-A Reflection by Elma Walsh

Published: May 7, 2021

Donal Walsh was born and raised in Kerry. Donal had great faith and spoke positively about valuing the gift of life from God, as he battled with … [Read more...] about God Loves You-A Reflection by Elma Walsh

Masters in Catholic School Leadership-Fiona Harrigan Stewart

Published: May 7, 2021

Fiona Harrigan-Stewart is Learning Support Manager at Saint Joseph's Boys' School, Derry. Fiona shares her experience of completing the Masters in … [Read more...] about Masters in Catholic School Leadership-Fiona Harrigan Stewart

Celebrating a Week of Prayer in Preparation for the Feast of Pentecost -23rd May 2021- Overview

Published: May 6, 2021

As we prepare to celebrate the great Feast of the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, we invite you to use these resources in the week leading up … [Read more...] about Celebrating a Week of Prayer in Preparation for the Feast of Pentecost -23rd May 2021- Overview

Praying the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary

Published: May 6, 2021

In preparation for the Feast of Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles, why not use these reflections as you pray the Glorious … [Read more...] about Praying the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary

Finding the Peace of Jesus-Being the Peace of Jesus

Published: May 6, 2021

A prayer resource, suitable for children, helping them discover the true peace of Jesus within where the Spirit of God lives. Resource Prayer … [Read more...] about Finding the Peace of Jesus-Being the Peace of Jesus

Gift of the Holy Spirit Prayer Liturgy

Published: May 6, 2021

This resource is a prayer liturgy suitable for use at home, in school or in the parish. Resource Holy Spirit Prayer Liturgy … [Read more...] about Gift of the Holy Spirit Prayer Liturgy

God’s Perfect Plan for You!

Published: May 6, 2021

Each of us is called to do something for God that no one else is called to do. God has a perfect plan for our lives. God has a special Mission for us! … [Read more...] about God’s Perfect Plan for You!

Pentecost Craft Ideas

Published: May 6, 2021

Why not have some fun exploring the gift of the Holy Spirit, as you celebrate the great Feast of Pentecost, through these craft activities suitable … [Read more...] about Pentecost Craft Ideas

What is the Spirit of God like? Symbols of the Holy Spirit

Published: May 6, 2021

What is the Spirit of God like? It can be hard to explain. We cannot see the Spirit but we can see the Holy Spirit at work in people's lives, in their … [Read more...] about What is the Spirit of God like? Symbols of the Holy Spirit

Receive! Believe!Live! Praying to the Holy Spirit

Published: May 6, 2021

As we approach the Feast of Pentecost on the 23rd May, we invite you to pray to the Holy Spirit each day. This resource is suitable for all ages, with … [Read more...] about Receive! Believe!Live! Praying to the Holy Spirit

Bring Flowers of the Rarest-Anne Marie Hickey

Published: May 1, 2021

As we begin the month of May, dedicated to Mary our Mother, listen to the beautiful voice of Anne Marie Hickey as she sings 'Bring Flowers of the … [Read more...] about Bring Flowers of the Rarest-Anne Marie Hickey

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit in the Life of Donal Walsh-Elma Walsh

Published: April 29, 2021

Donal Walsh was born and raised in Kerry. In this video, his mother Elma speaks of how she felt Donal used the Gifts of the Holy Spirit in his life, … [Read more...] about The Gifts of the Holy Spirit in the Life of Donal Walsh-Elma Walsh

Praying the Hail Mary through Movement

Published: April 26, 2021

Praying the Hail Mary through Movement … [Read more...] about Praying the Hail Mary through Movement

Celebrating Mary in the Month of May 2021

Published: April 21, 2021

May is a very special month for the Church as we remember Mary, the Mother of Jesus and Mother of us all. This is an overview of some resources … [Read more...] about Celebrating Mary in the Month of May 2021

Create an Outdoor Rosary in May

Published: April 21, 2021

The Rosary is a beautiful prayer when, in the company of Mary, we spend time thinking about the great moments of Jesus’ life. To pray the Rosary, we … [Read more...] about Create an Outdoor Rosary in May

Bake a Special Cake to Celebrate Mary in May

Published: April 21, 2021

In many countries throughout the world there is a tradition of baking a special cake for Mary, on her Feast days, or in May. Why not have a go and … [Read more...] about Bake a Special Cake to Celebrate Mary in May

Pray to Mary Each Day

Published: April 21, 2021

There has always been a great devotion to Mary. Mary said yes to God's call to be the mother of Jesus. Jesus gave Mary to us all, as our Mother, when … [Read more...] about Pray to Mary Each Day

Mary Visits Elizabeth

Published: April 21, 2021

This resource, will enable you to take time and pray with the beautiful scripture story of Mary visiting Elizabeth, to share the good news that she … [Read more...] about Mary Visits Elizabeth

Creating a May Altar to Celebrate Mary in May

Published: April 21, 2021

There has always been a great tradition of creating May Altars to honour Mary, Jesus' Mother. May Altars are Sacred Spaces, focal points for prayer at … [Read more...] about Creating a May Altar to Celebrate Mary in May

Celebration of Vocations 17th-25th April 2021-Reflections

Published: April 18, 2021

The annual celebration of Derry Diocesan Vocations Week has been extended this year to a nine-day festival of prayer, beginning Saturday, 17th April … [Read more...] about Celebration of Vocations 17th-25th April 2021-Reflections

What does God want me to Do? Celebrating Vocations 2021 17th-25th April

Published: April 14, 2021

The annual celebration of Derry Diocesan Vocations Week has been extended this year to a nine-day festival of prayer, beginning Saturday, 17th April … [Read more...] about What does God want me to Do? Celebrating Vocations 2021 17th-25th April

Divine Mercy Sunday – Activities for the Family

Published: April 10, 2021

Enjoy these short activities for the family - A wonderful way to introduce young children to Divine Mercy Sunday.   Divine Mercy Sunday … [Read more...] about Divine Mercy Sunday – Activities for the Family

The Road to Emmaus -Luke 24:13-35

Published: April 7, 2021

In today's Gospel we meet two disciples on their way to Emmaus when they experience something wonderful!  They meet the Risen Jesus.  Take some time … [Read more...] about The Road to Emmaus -Luke 24:13-35

Jesus Appears to his Disciples (John 20:19-31)

Published: April 7, 2021

Why not read  in advance  next Sunday's Gospel - Divine Mercy Sunday-  by spending a little time this week reflecting  on the images and words of the … [Read more...] about Jesus Appears to his Disciples (John 20:19-31)

Easter Word search for all the Family!!

Published: April 5, 2021

Another chance to test your knowledge of Easter!  Try this Word search!   Easter Wordsearch  … [Read more...] about Easter Word search for all the Family!!

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