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Leprechaun Trap Ideas and Mischief to Amuse the Kids

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For Saint Patrick’s Day, mix up some green paint, toss in some leprechaun traps ideas, and add a dash of humor for one of the most lasting memories your children will have.

Love creating a little mischief on St Patrick's Day

Legend states that leprechauns are mischievous fairies in Ireland who are typically male and wear either a red or green coat. Leprechauns live a solitary life, making shoes, and hiding their gold in a pot at the end of a rainbow, but if you can catch one, he must grant you three wishes.

But, how do you catch a leprechaun?

Amuse your children by working together to build a leprechaun trap.

Love creating a little mischief on St Patrick's Day with DIY leprechaun traps

  • Pot of Gold by Lori Danelle
  • Tissue Box Trap by DLTK
  • Leprechaun Gold by Homemade Mamas
  • Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap by Crafts by Amanda
  • Shoebox Leprechaun Trap by The Crafting Chicks
  • Tin Can Trap by Kruses Doing Their Personal Best

When a leprechaun comes to visit

Remember… leprechauns love mischief, and if you invite one to stay with you, you should expect some silly tricks.

Love creating a little mischief on St Patrick'd Day

  • Rainbow Window Paints at Apartment Therapy
  • Green Milk by Jared Johnson Fam
  • Chocolate Syrups Toothpaste by The Muddy Princess
  • Leprechaun Potty Trick by A Differentiated Kindergarten
  • Magic Leprechaun Rocks by Gift of Curiosity
  • Green Water by Steve Spangler Science

Other fun leprechaun crafts and activities

And, if all that fun was not enough, check out these other creative ideas!

Love creating a little mischief on St Patrick'd Day

  • Toilet Paper Roll Leprechauns by View from the Fridge
  • Leprechaun Ladders by Mrs. Byrd’s Learning Tree
  • Rainbow Chain Craft by Crafty Morning
  • Construction Paper Leprechaun by Housing a Forest
  • Paper Leprechaun Hat by All Kids Network
  • Gold Dig by Pleasantest Thing
  • Fork Print Leprechaun Beard by Crafty Morning

Children’s Books about Leprechauns


That’s What Leprechauns Do


Ten Lucky Leprechauns


The Leprechaun Trap: A Family Tradition For Saint Patrick’s Day


The Night Before St. Patrick’s Day (Reading Railroad)


Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #21: Leprechauns and Irish Folklore: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #43: Leprechaun in Late Winter (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))


Magic Tree House #43: Leprechaun in Late Winter

Leprechauns on Video

  • Counting with a Leprechaun! (St. Patrick’s Day counting song for kids)
  • Leprechaun’s Gold
  • Saint Patrick’s Day Song for Children | St. Patrick’s Day Songs for Children
  • How To Draw A Leprechaun
  • Five Little Leprechauns St. Patrick’s Day Song by Peter Apel (Preschool Felt / Flannel Board)

Leprechaun Printables

  • Free Printable St. Patrick’s Day Jokes for Kids
  • Free St. Patrick’s Day Math Worksheets
  • Free Saint Patrick’s Day Coloring Pages
  • Free Talk Like a Leprechaun Sheet
  • Free St. Patrick’s Day Printable Pack
  • St. Patrick’s Day Printable Activities

More St’ Patrick’s Day Fun

  • Coffee Filter Shamrocks – a simple but festive craft the kids will love.
  • Stenciled Shamrock Shirt for Kids – decorate a plain t-shirt with the Luck of the Irish.
  • Host a Leprechaun Lunch – have lunch with leprechaun style.
  • Printable St Patrick’s Day Jokes for Kids – keep them giggling all day long.
  • St Patrick’s Day Party Printables – host a party for the children and decorate with these free printables.
  • 50+ Shamrock Crafts for Kids – check out tons of shamrock craft ideas to keep the kids busy.
  • Leprechaun Trap Ideas and Mischief for Kids – what’s St Patrick’s Day without a little mischief?

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