School: An Chúil Árd (C.) (roll number 12588)
- Location:
- Coolard, Co. Kerry
- Teacher: Máire Ní Liaghain
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- (continued from previous page)bank of clouds at sunset it is a sign of rain.
If the moon and stars grow dim, it is the sign of rain.
If the swallows are flying very low it is the sign of rain.
When the road is covered over with insects, it is a sign of rain.
Cows cluster together in the field when we are going to have a bad winter, also horses go in shelter and stretch their necks.
The westerly wind brings rain and the easterly wind brings sunshine.
When the curlew gives a double-whistle it is the sign of rain.
When the crow perches on cocks of hay it is the sign of bad weather.
When the lark flies high it is the sign of fine weather.
When the swallow flies high(continues on next page)
