Category: Learning

Is it still winter where you are or is it finally spring? Or maybe it’s summer going into fall? Wherever in the changing seasons you find yourself, this word Scottish Gaelic word search about the weather will help you practice, learn, and review vocabulary about the weather.

There are two word search versions available for this puzzle. The first shows the puzzle without the word list! This is great if you are looking for more of a challenge. Find all 33 words about the weather without any clues or hints.

Or maybe you’d prefer the second version, which shows the puzzle along with the list of 33 Scottish Gaelic weather words hidden inside. 

Maybe you’ll start with the first one and see how many you can find? After that, move on to the second to find the rest? It’s up to you to decide. 

All of the words are in Dwelly; most (but not all) are in the Learn Gaelic dictionary.

If you want to work your way through without the wordlist, another option would be to scour Fichead Facal, picture dictionaries, and other resources for all the weather words you can gather before you start searching. However you proceed, I hope you enjoy it!

Words appear up-and-down and across-and-back. There are no diagonals and no words are hidden inside other words.

Some are multiple words, for example “abair latha.”

There are 33 words to find.

Good luck!

Here are the word search downloads (PDF):

  1. Weather Word Search – No Word List
  2. Weather Word Search – With Word List

weather word search without a word list. At the top is the title "Tha an t-sìde tuf" and below is a line of cute illustrated weather graphics including a cloud, rainbow, lightning, rain, sun, and wind

 

Spring is coming and that means it’s almost Valentine’s Day! The world being what it is right now, we could probably all use a little more love.

I remember when I was in elementary school we used to pass out cards in class and sometimes we’d make crafts in red, white, and pink to celebrate the season of love. I might remember something made with red construction paper and a white paper doily? 

Although I lived in a multi-lingual area, valentines were usually store bought and they were always English. I’m certain there were no Scottish Gaelic ones available where I lived back then – I don’t even remember seeing French ones. Today we change that! If you’re a Gaelic speaker or learner, these Gaelic Valentine cards are just what’s needed.

a sheet of uncut valentine cards coming out of the printer

It’s no matter whether you say “Là nam Pòg” (Kissing Day), or Là Naomh Bhaileintin (Saint Valentine’s Day), or Là Fhéille Vailintin (The day of the festival of Valentine). Sending cards to friends is a simple way to keep the tradition alive. 

This sheet of nine unique cards is ready to print on 8.5″ x 11″ sheet of paper or cardstock. I used cardstock for my own – I fed it into the top of my printer, one sheet at a time. To cut the cards out, a paper cutter makes the job go quickly, but scissors will also work. If you are using A4 paper, use the scale-to-fit setting on your printer.

a valentine card that says Tha gaol agam ort on a red and white stripe background with a simple castle drawing beneath the text

Once you’ve printed and cut out your valentines, sign your name on the back and give them to your friends!

a valentine card that says Thoir pòg dhomh and shows dripping blood at the top and a bunch of black bats flying

Download a PDF of the full sheet of nine cards here: Valentines-2026_9-cards-on-1-sheet_moreGaelic.pdf

Vocabulary for Gaelic Valentine Cards

Brèagha: Pretty

Bòidheach: Beautiful

Gaol: Love

Cridhe: Heart

Thoir pòg dhomh: Give me a kiss

‘S toigh leam fhìn buntàta ‘s ìm: I myself like potatoes and butter

Tha gaol agam ort: I love you

Mo ghaol ort: I love you

Hé mo leannan: Hey my darling/sweetheart

Tha mi tinn leis a’ ghaol: I’m sick with love

Ho ro ‘s toil leam fhìn thu: Ho ro I do love you

 

 

 

Cuir dath air aon-adharcach! Here’s a Scottish Gaelic colouring page for all ages.

an image of a black and white colouring sheet. The image is of a dancing unicorn in front of a sun and the words Suas leis a' Ghàidhlig

Today’s offering is simple and special: a free colouring sheet featuring a happy dancing unicorn cheering on your Gaelic learning with the phrase “Suas leis a’ Ghàidhlig” – Up with Gaelic!

Sometimes we need a quiet moment of mindfulness with a cup of tea and a little creativity. I enjoy colouring when I need to unwind, but don’t want to give in to television. I’ve also coloured with groups of friends, at home or at a cafe. It’s fun and very low stress, and who couldn’t use more of that these days?

Could you find a moment to slow down this weekend, on your own or with friends or family to colour? Learning Gaelic doesn’t have to be serious all the time – it can also be bright, joyful, and fun.

How to Use It

This page is perfect for:

  • Quiet moments of mindfulness
  • Gaelic-themed activities with children or learners
  • Adding a little cheer to your language learning space
  • A fun craft to go alongside storytelling or music
  • Print it out, grab your favorite pencils, crayons, or markers, and make it your own
  • Keep a few on hand for rainy days or waiting rooms

Download the Page

You can download the aon-adharcach coloring page for free here: unicorn-colouring-page.pdf

Until next time, happy colouring – and Suas Leis a’ Ghàidhlig!