Many people think Saint Patrick's Day is all about shamrocks, leprechauns, and green clothing, but there's actually a lot of history behind this popular holiday. This book is packed with fun facts about the origins of Saint Patrick's Day--Saint Patrick, for example, wasn't even Irish! Readers will also learn about past and present traditions surrounding this day of celebration. Today, many cities hold parades, and some local rivers are even dyed green!

Includes index.

A special celebration -- St. Patrick -- Giving honor -- Celebrating the Irish -- Parades of people -- Going green -- Keeping traditions alive -- Irish importance.