Explore the collections of the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History using our new Irish activity sheets. Get your pupils to try out seasonal-themed word searches to improve vocabulary, spelling and concentration, while exploring nature in the Museum.
Activity at a Glance
Level: 2nd class +
Format: Classroom activity - activity sheets to be used within the classroom
Duration: 15 + mins
Availability: Online and self-guided; Click on the links below to download the activities
Resources
To explore the seasons at the Museum, please click on the following:
Curriculum links
SESE
Investigating and experimenting
- Collect information and data from a variety of sources
Living things
- Plant and animal life
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this classroom activity pupils should be able to:
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Increase their knowledge of living things e.g. observe and identify different animals that live in Ireland throughout the seasons and learn about animal adaptations, such as hibernation and migration.
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Complete a themed word search activity.
