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The first book in the Na Weatherbies series introduces children to Gabhán Grian and the rest of these lovable weather characters who make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. This charming Irish-language picture book models pro-social behaviours around having fun with competitive play whether winning or losing, whilst getting kids thinking and talking about different weather patterns.“Tá Gabhán Grian ag dul amach, ag triomú slodán ar a bhealach. Tá a chairde go léir i Slodán-Plás agus cuireann sé ceist ar mhaith leo rás? Anonn chuig an pháirc don spórt is spraoi, ansin déanann siad line, réidh le rith. Tús nó deireadh, mall nó gasta, ag súgradh le chéile go sona sásta.”This book is also available in English as Sammy Sun is Coming Out to Play. Choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersIrish and English editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language families/groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. Na Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Truailleáin, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents or siblings to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Is Maith Athchúrsáil a Dhéanamh and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the educational series Topaicí Spraoi leis na Weatherbies, available on BBC Gaeilge’s online learning platform and the Na Weatherbies Foghlaim YouTube channel. All companion materials can be accessed via the Weatherbies website. Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids will enjoy colouring in pictures of the lovable cast of Weatherbies characters — and their pesky neighbours, the Pollutants — whether they’re already fans of the Weatherbies book series or new to the wonderful world of Skytown. The Weatherbies curriculum-aligned books use these lovable weather characters to make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us. The Weatherbies’ interactions with each other, the troublesome Pollutants and their local environment model pro-social behaviours such as compassion, working together and taking care of the planet. The Weatherbies Colouring Book is also available in Irish, as Na Weatherbies Leabhar Dathúcháin. (Please note, there are only a few written words in this product.) There is a full range of rich and engaging companion resources for children at Early Years Foundation Stage, from our picture book series to our free videos, music and learning resources. Explore the full range at theweatherbies.co.uk.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Lovable characters illustrated by James Salenga, with additionalLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Tommy Thunder Song and Little Birds, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, The Water Cycle Song and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the companion Fun Topics with the Weatherbies episode Birds, produced in association with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. [Added 9/11/25]Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids can learn how to reduce, reuse and recycle their waste with this charming Irish-language picture book. It is the second in Na Weatherbies story book series that features lovable weather characters who make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet.“Dé Luain, bíonn Tríona Tuar Ceatha i gcónaí ar bis mar gur sin an lá a dhéanann sí a hathchúrsáil arís.Lena geairde ag cuidiú, oibrionn siad gan dua, ag foghlaim nach mbionn athchursáil iontach, iontach crua.Tagann na Truailleáin dhána, ag scriosadh ar fud na háite, Ag déanamh trup is calláin agus an clós a fhágáil cráite.An dig leis na Weatherbies stop a chur leis an truailliú?An ndéanfaidh siad athchúrsáil agus am a bheith fágtha don súgradh?”The Weatherbies curriculum-aligned books make lovely gifts for children, playgroups or schools. This book is also available in English as Rosie Rainbow’s Recycling Day–choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning!Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersIrish and English editions available for parallel readingAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. Na Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Truailleáin, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying song Amhrán Athchúrsála Tríona Tuar Ceatha (Is Maith Athchúrsáil a Dhéanamh) on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Beacha Beaga Buí and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids will enjoy colouring in pictures of the lovable cast of Weatherbies characters — and their pesky neighbours, the Pollutants — whether they’re already fans of the Weatherbies book series or new to the wonderful world of Skytown. The Weatherbies curriculum-aligned books use these lovable weather characters to make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us. The Weatherbies’ interactions with each other, the troublesome Pollutants and their local environment model pro-social behaviours such as compassion, working together and taking care of the planet. The Weatherbies Colouring Book is also available in Irish, as Na Weatherbies Leabhar Dathúcháin. (Please note, there are only a few written words in this product.) There is a full range of rich and engaging companion resources for children at Early Years Foundation Stage, from our picture book series to our free videos, music and learning resources. Explore the full range at theweatherbies.co.uk.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Lovable characters illustrated by James Salenga, with additionalLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Tommy Thunder Song and Little Birds, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, The Water Cycle Song and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the companion Fun Topics with the Weatherbies episode Birds, produced in association with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. [Added 9/11/25]Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Make teaching the water cycle fun for little children with this curriculum-aligned picture book from the Na Weatherbies Irish-language series. This cast of memorable characters make it easy to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. The game of “What Am I?” will get little imaginations going and can inspire real-life games as kids look to the sky.“Tá spórt agus spraoi ag Seán Scamall inniu, ag súgradh thíos sa pháirc.Ag déanamh cruthanna dá chairde uilig, agus iad ina suí ag amharc.Ach tagann na Truailleáin dhána agus fliuchann Fearghal Fearthainn iad le huisce.Ach soilsionn Gabhán Grian go geal chun na Truailleáin a thriomú níos gaiste.Ní thuigeann na Truailleáin timthriall an uisce, nó cá mbíonn an fhearthainn go deo.Ach insíonn Fearghal faoi thuras an uisce chun gach rud a choinneáil breá beo.”This book is also available in English as Colin Cloud is Making Shapes. Pair the books for parallel language learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents and siblings to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying song Amhrán Timthriall an Uisce on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Beacha Beaga Buí and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

The fourth book in the Weatherbies series is the perfect inspiration for little horticulturists. In this tale of teamwork and caring for the environment, Fearghal Fearthainn, Gábhan Grian, and Gearóid Gaoth team up with the other Weatherbies to provide the ideal conditions for their newly-planted seeds to grow into their favourite healthy fruit and vegetables. But then Na Truailleáin turn up, wreaking havoc…“Tá Fearghal Fearthainn ar bis agus réidh do lá lán spraoi.Ag spraeáil uisce isteach san aer, tugann sé deoch do na plandaí agus é ag rith.Bíonn na Weatherbies ag obair agus ag foghlaim le chéile, ag plandáil leo go sona sásta.Cuireann siad cuid mhór sraitheanna de thorthaí agus glasraí blasta.Ach tagann na Truailleáin dhána, agus scaoileann siad ola thart.Ba mhaith le hOilibhéar cuidiú, ach déanann sé prácás ceart.An mbeidh na Weatherbies ábalta gach rud a dhéanamh réidh?An mbeidh torthaí agus glasraí blasta acu don lón ag deireadh an lae?”This book is also available in English as Colin Cloud is Making Shapes. Pair the books for parallel language learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersIrish and English editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language families/groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with the accompanying song Amhrán an Timthriall an Uisce on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Beacha Beaga Buí and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids can learn about the impact of climate change at Christmas or any time of year with this charming Irish-language picture book. It is the fifth in Na Weatherbies story book series that features lovable weather characters who make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet.“Tá na maisiucháin in airde agus am anois don chraic,Tá cóisir Nollag ag Síle Sneachta agus tá fáilte mhór roimh chách.Ag gáire, ag ceol agus ag sleamhnú leo le fonn, Fir sneachta, lorga cosa, tá gach cineál súgartha ann.Déanann toit dhubh ó na Truailleáin Dhalba scamall mór sa spéir,Sciobann Oilibhéar Ola mála Shíle, ag scapeadh sneachta leis san aer.Ach téann rudaí ar strae, tá na patrúin aimsire ag athrú,Ón ioglú féin, feiceann siad an sneachta bán ag méadú.Muna leánn an sneachta, beidh orthu fanacht sa teach agus iad gafa!Cé a dhéanfaidh tarrtháil orthu, le ligean dóibh súgradh sa sneachta?”The Weatherbies curriculum-aligned books make lovely gifts for children, playgroups or schools. This book is also available in English as Flo Snow's Christmas Party – choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups!Key FeaturesEngaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2-6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersIrish and English editions available for parallel readingAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. Na Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Truailleain, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying song Tá Athrú Aeráide ag Tarlú on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Is Maith Athchúrsáil a Dhéanamh and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Flo and her Weatherbie friends are having a blast at Flo's Christmas party-until, that is, the Pollutants show up and wreak havoc with the weather... This colourful Christmas book for children helps explain climate change to little learners through a cast of memorable characters, making it easy to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet.The Weatherbies curriculum-aligned books make lovely gifts for children, playgroups or schools. This book is also available in Irish as Coisir Nollag le Sile Sneachta - choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning!Key FeaturesEngaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2-6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel readingAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Flo Snow Song and the Weatherbies Christmas song, Santa is on his Way, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, Rosie Rainbow's Recycling Song and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and free companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

While Gearóid Gaoth is hard at work on his wind farm, his friends Gábhan Grian, Tríona Tuar Ceatha, Síle Sneachta, Fearghal Fearthainn, Conn Cloichshneachta, and Seán Scamall are working hard too — planning a surprise party for their pal. Always kind and inclusive, they’ve taken a chance on inviting na Truailleáin too. As they look back on their own birthdays throughout the year, they describe the various seasons, making this a lovely way to introduce this early learning topic to young kids. “Tá Gearóid Gaoth an-ghnóthach, ag obair ar Fheirm na Gaoithe ar fad.Tá cuid mór le déanamh aige, tá na tuirbini gaoithe ina stad.Tá a chairde ag déanamh pleananna, ag obair le chéile le fonn.Inniu lá breithe Ghearóid, agus tá cóisir rúnda ag dul a bheith ann.An geimhreadh, an t-earrach, an samhradh, an fómhar, ceithre shéasúr sa bhliain.Labhraionn na Weatherbies ar a laethanta breithe, agus na séasúir is fearr leo féin.”Gearóid Gaoth agus a Lá Breithe is the sixth book in the Na Weatherbies series of curriculum-aligned picture books that use these lovable weather characters to make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us. It models pro-social behaviours such as compassion, nurturing friendships and taking care of the planet. This book is also available in English as Willy Wind’s Birthday Surprise. Choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. Na Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Truailleáin, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying song Amhrán Na Séasúir on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Is Maith Athchúrsáil a Dhéanamh and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the Na Séasúir episode of the companion series Topaicí Spraoi leis na Weatherbies, available on BBC Gaeilge’s online platform.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

While Willy Wind is hard at work on his wind farm, his friends Sammy Sun, Rosie Rainbow, Flo Snow, Ronny Rain, Harry Hail, and Colin Cloud are working hard too — planning a surprise party for their pal. Always kind and inclusive, they’ve taken a chance on inviting the Pollutants to the party too. As they look back on their own birthdays throughout the year, they describe the various seasons, making this a lovely way to introduce this early learning topic to young kids. Willy Wind’s Birthday Surprise is the eighth book in the Weatherbies series of curriculum-aligned picture books that use these lovable weather characters to make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us. It models pro-social behaviours such as compassion, nurturing friendships and taking care of the planet.This book is also available in Irish as Gearóid Gaoth agus a Lá Breithe. Choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Willy Wind Song and Seasons Come & Seasons Go on streaming platforms. The album Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, Rosie Rainbow's Recycling Song and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the Seasons episode of the companion series Fun Topics with the Weatherbies.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids can learn how to make a bug hotel and get inspired to help protect our crucial insect wildlife with this gorgeous picture book. Harry Hail is joined by friends Sammy Sun, Rosie Rainbow, Flo Snow, Ronny Rain, and Willy Wind, in a tale of cooperation and positive actionto encourage biodiversity. When the Pollutants show up to see what the gang are up to, will they help or hinder their efforts? Harry Hail's Bug Hotel is the seventh in the Weatherbies story book series that feature lovable weather characters who make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. The story models pro-social behaviours and skills such as working together, creative problem-solving and taking care of wildlife. This book is also available in Irish as Conn Cloichshneachta agus Teach Osta Do Na Feithidi. Choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key FeaturesEngaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2-6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Harry Hail Song and Little Honey Bees, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Replacing Power the Natural Way, The Water Cycle Song and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the Pollination episode of the companion series Fun Topics with the Weatherbies.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Conn Cloichshneachta agus Teach Ósta Do Na Feithidí is one for the little critter caretakers in your life! Young children will be inspired to make or look after a bug hotel at home or at school, with this delightful picture book.It is the seventh in the Na Weatherbies story book series that feature lovable weather characters who make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. Conn Cloichshneachta agus Teach Ósta Do Na Feithidí models pro-social behaviours such as compassion, working together and taking care of wildlife and the environment. “Deisionn Conn Cloichshneachta rudaí, sin an áit a mbionn a airde,ag déanamh teach ósta do na feithidí, le cuidiú óna chairde.Tagann na Truailleáin dhána agus tosaionn an cur isteach,ach tá rudaí ag Brónach Bruscar agus tá siad an-úsáideach.Oibrionn na Weatherbies deasa ar an ghnathóg adhmaid úrsa dóigh is go mbeidh na feithidi sona agus nach mbeidh ró-fhuar.”This book is also available in English as Harry Hail’s Bug Hotel. Choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersIrish or English editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. Na Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Truailleáin, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying song Beacha Beaga Buí on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Is Maith Athchúrsáil a Dhéanamh and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the Pailniú episode of the companion series Topaicí Spraoi leis na Weatherbies, available on BBC Gaeilge’s online platform.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids can learn about birds whilst overcoming a fear of thunderstorms with this charming picture book featuring a wonderful cast of characters - the troublesome Pollutants and the caring Weatherbies, led by the gruff Tommy Thunder in a tale of bird rescue. It is the eighth book in the Weatherbies series of beautiful picture books that make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. Tommy Thunder’s Little Bird models pro-social behaviours such as compassion and taking care of wildlife and the environment.It is also available in Irish as Tomás Toirneach agus a Éan Beag—choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key FeaturesEngaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2-6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Tommy Thunder Song and Little Birds, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, The Water Cycle Song and many more.Deepen the learning from the book with the companion Fun Topics with the Weatherbies episode Birds, produced in association with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

The first book in the Weatherbies story book series introduces children to Sammy Sun and the rest of these lovable weather characters who make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. This charming picture book models pro-social behaviours around having fun with competitive play whether winning or losing.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish and Irish editions available for parallel language learning and so that non-Irish speakers can enjoy the book alongside Irish learnersAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and Early Learning concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents or siblings to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Sammy Sun Song and Replacing Power, the Natural Way, on streaming platforms. The album Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, The Water Cycle Song and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

The Weatherbies are having fun as Rosie Rainbow shows them how to reduce, reuse, and recycle their rubbish to help look after the environment. But then the Pollutants turn up to sabotage their efforts!The Weatherbies curriculum-aligned books use a cast of lovable weather characters to make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet. This charming picture book models pro-social behaviours around reducing, reusing and recycling waste. It is also available in Irish as Ag Athchúrsáil le Tríona Tuar Ceatha – choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Rosie Rainbow Song and Rosie Rainbow's Recycling Song (It's Good to Recycle), on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Marine Litter, Little Honey Bees and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Colin Cloud's having lots of fun down at Skytown Park today. He's making shapes for all his friends in a guessing game they play. When the Pollutants turn up to misbehave, Ronny Rain splashes them for fun. But they soon warm up and start to dry thanks to Sammy Sun. They don't understand the water cycle and where the puddles go. So, Ronny Rain tries to explain and tells them what he knows.Make teaching the water cycle fun for little children with this curriculum-aligned picture book from the Weatherbies series. This cast of memorable characters make it easy to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet.This book is also available in Irish as Tá Seán Scamall ag Déanamh Cruthanna – pair the books for parallel language learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel readingAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Colin Cloud Song and The Water Cycle Song, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, Marine Litter and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

The fourth book in the Weatherbies series is a charming gardening book for children and a tale of teamwork and caring for the environment. Our eco gang are having great fun learning about the ideal planting and growing conditions - until the Pollutants turn up and start ruining things. Can the Weatherbies teach them to take care of plants instead of harming them?Make teaching about horticulture fun for little children with this curriculum-aligned picture book from the Weatherbies series. This cast of memorable characters make it easy to remember key concepts about the world around us and the need to take good care of our planet.This book is also available in Irish, as Cuidionn Fearghal Fearthainn le Fas na bPlandai - pair the books for parallel language learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key FeaturesEngaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2-6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel readingAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Ronny Rain Song and Planting and Growing, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, The Water Cycle and many more.The Fun Topics with the Weatherbies companion series includes episodes on Planting and Growing, Pollination and Recycling. Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

Kids can learn about birds whilst overcoming a fear of thunderstorms with this charming picture book i nGaeilge featuring a wonderful cast of characters. Gruff Tomás Toirneach leads the other caring Weatherbies in a tale of bird rescue when he finds a little bird endangered by the careless actions of na Truailleáin. It is the eighth book in the Weatherbies series of curriculum-aligned picture books that use these lovable weather characters to make it easy for young children to remember key concepts about the world around us. Tomás Toirneach agus a Éan Beag models pro-social behaviours such as compassion, working together and taking care of wildlife and the environment. Tá gach duine tógtha in Skytown, mar tá lá na n-éan ann inniu. Tá Tomás Toirneach ina thost, mar níor mhaith leis na héin a scanradh. Déanann Tomás Toirneach tormán agus cuireann sé eagla ar na héin nuair a fheiceann sé éan gafa san ola. An dig leis na Weatherbies cuidiú leis féin?This book is also available in English as Tommy Thunder’s Little Bird. Choose one book or get the pair for parallel learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key Features⁠Engaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2–6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersIrish and English editions available for parallel reading or shared reading in mixed-language families/groupsAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to children at Early Years Foundation Stage. Na Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Truailleáin, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in English, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs on streaming platforms. The album Foinn Éicea by Na Weatherbies le Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Cuir sa Bruscair É, Ag Athsholáthar Cumhachta ar Dhóigh Nádúrtha, Is Maith Athchúrsáil a Dhéanamh and many more.​​Deepen the learning from the book with the educational series Topaicí Spraoi leis na Weatherbies, available on BBC Gaeilge’s online learning platform and the Na Weatherbies Foghlaim YouTube channel. All companion materials can be accessed via the Weatherbies website.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.

A soft, lightweight string bag paired with two colorful, age-appropriate books. Perfect for little hands to carry and enjoy storytime anywhere. The Weatherbies focus on themes of friendship, family and nature that, through thoughtful storytelling and positive messaging supports cognitive, social & emotional development for young readers.

This book is also available in Irish, pair the books for parallel language learning or shared reading in mixed-language groups.Key FeaturesEngaging eco story by Yvonne Fleming for ages 2-6Colourful pictures by James Salenga to enthral little onesLovable, memorable characters modelling pro-social behaviours and values for young readersEnglish or Irish editions available for parallel readingAligned to The World Around Us and other key Areas of Learning in the Early Years and Foundation Stage curriculumAligned to the four Aistear Early Childhood Curriculum Framework themes of wellbeing, identity and belonging, communicating, and exploring and thinkingAligned to 12 global Eco Schools themesCreated by The Weatherbies Ltd, UK STEM Ambassadors, the official Early Years partners of Eco Schools NI and partners of Twinkl NIEntertainment and education for young childrenWritten by Yvonne Fleming and illustrated by James Salenga, the colourful picture books in the Weatherbies series are perfect for introducing eco topics and other concepts to Early Years Foundation Stage children. The Weatherbies are a lovable community of friends who live, learn and play in the wonderful world of Skytown. Through their interactions with the world around them, each other, and the pesky Pollutants, the Weatherbies gang teach pro-social behaviours and values such as co-operation and responsibility.Language, music and learningThe book series is also available in Irish, and can be used as parallel texts, for children reading them side by side, or for non-Irish-speaking parents to read along with children learning Irish.Learning is easier when music is involved! Kids can sing along with accompanying songs, The Colin Cloud Song and The Water Cycle Song, on streaming platforms. Sing a Song with the Weatherbies, featuring Tony Kearney, introduces the Weatherbies gang to little music lovers, and Eco Tunes by the Weatherbies, featuring Clare Galway, has a whole host of new eco-topical songs such as Put It In the Bin, Little Honey Bees, Marine Litter and many more.Trusted educational partnershipsThe Weatherbies are the official Early Years partners for Eco Schools NI, part of the global Eco Schools network delivering the Eco Schools programme by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), one of the world's largest environmental education organisations. The book series and companion materials are aligned to the global Eco Schools themes of biodiversity & nature, climate change, energy, food, global citizenship, health & wellbeing, litter, marine & coast, school grounds, transport, waste, and water. Access the full range of resources to go with this book on the Weatherbies website.The Weatherbies are UK STEM Ambassadors, are partnered with global teaching resource providers Twinkl and are learner members of Learnovate in Trinity College Dublin.