St. Patrick’s Day—cue the sea of green, parades, and the sudden urge to hunt for lucky four-leaf clovers. But what’s the story behind this holiday? And how can families make it even more fun with jumbo building blocks? Get ready for a crash course in St. Paddy’s Day fun, packed with kid-friendly facts, easy ways to celebrate, and themed builds using extra-large building blocks!

Who Was St. Patrick, and Why Do We Celebrate?

First things first: St. Patrick wasn’t actually Irish! Mind blown, right? He was born in Britain in the late 4th century and was kidnapped by pirates (yes, pirates!) as a teenager. After escaping and returning home, he later traveled to Ireland as a missionary, spreading Christianity and, according to legend, using a shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity. Over time, March 17—the day of his passing—became a celebration of Irish heritage and culture.

Fun, Kid-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Facts

Now that we know who St. Patrick was, let’s dive into some fun facts that kids (and parents!) will love:

Leprechauns come from Irish folklore – These mischievous little guys were originally part of ancient Irish mythology, not just cereal boxes!

The color of St. Patrick was actually blue – Green became popular later, symbolizing Ireland’s nickname, "The Emerald Isle."

Four-leaf clovers are rare! – The chance of finding one is about 1 in 5,000. But don’t worry, you can build your own with jumbo blocks.

Did St. Patrick really drive out snakes? – Probably not—Ireland never had snakes! But the legend symbolizes driving away evil.

Family-Friendly Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Want to make St. Patrick’s Day extra fun this year? Here are some exciting activities to enjoy with the whole family:

Get Crafty with Jumbo Blocks – Build rainbows, clovers, and even a giant leprechaun hat with extra-large building blocks.

Read Irish Folktales – Dive into legendary stories like “Finn McCool and the Giant’s Causeway” or “The Children of Lir.”

Make Green Pancakes – Add a few drops of food coloring to your pancake mix for a festive breakfast.

Dance to Irish Music – Blast some traditional Irish tunes and have a jig-off in the living room!

St. Patrick’s Day Builds with Biggo Blocks

Why just wear green when you can build green? Grab your extra large building blocks and create St. Paddy’s Day magic with these fun builds:

1. Build a Jumbo Rainbow

Rainbows lead to pots of gold, right? Here’s how to build one with your extra-large building blocks:

Stack blocks in classic rainbow order—red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
Arrange them in an arch or make a staircase-style rainbow.
Add a “pot of gold” using yellow blocks at one end.

2. Shamrock & Clover Creations

Use green jumbo blocks to create a large shamrock shape.
Make it extra festive by adding a golden coin (yellow blocks) in the middle.

3. Leprechaun’s Hideout

Build a small fort using green and yellow jumbo blocks.
Pretend it’s a leprechaun’s secret gold stash!

Bring St. Patrick’s Day to Life with Jumbo Blocks!

From fun history lessons to hands-on jumbo block builds, St. Patrick’s Day is a perfect time for families to celebrate together. So grab your extra-large building blocks, get creative, and make this holiday unforgettable.

Want more fun build ideas? Visit Biggo Blocks for inspiration!