School: Boston (roll number 10212)

Location:
Bostoncommon, Co. Kildare
Teacher:
Bean Uí Dhocharthaigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0777, Page 213

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0777, Page 213

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  2. When the swallow flies low it is the sign of rain.
    Rays of light slant down from the sun when it is going to rain.
    The crickets song is very sharp when it is going to rain.
    The spiders creep from their cobwebs when its going to rain.
    When the smoke is not going up straight it is the sign of rain.
    When frogs come into the house it is going to rain.
    When the trains can be heard
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