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School: St Bridget's (roll number 13854)

Location:
Derrymore, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Máire Uí hOistín
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0138D, Page 14_007

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  1. Signs of Rain (continued)

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    If the sun shines out after a shower it is the sign of rain.
    If the flags in the hill are shining it is the sign of rain.
    If there are bubbles in the water when it is raining it is the sign of a wet day.
    If the dog eats grass, it is the sign of rain.
    If there is a rainbow in the sky it is the sign of rain
    If the hens are picking themselves, it is the sign of
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    Topics
    1. genre
      1. weather-lore (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Caitlín Ní Oistín
    Gender
    Female