'Every spy who was shot in Cork was buried so that nothing was known about them. They just disappeared.' These are the words of an IRA commander recalling the War of Independence in Cork city. The Year of Disappearances examines this claim and others like it.
He is Ireland's most famous warrior, a legendary figure who has enchanted children for millennia. But who really was Fionn Mac Cumhaill? And what was he like when he was a child? Find out in this wonderful, modern retelling of an ancient tale, which includes well-known myths like the Salmon of Knowledge and the Dragon of Tara.
An empowering guide designed to help girls find their place in the world and grab life with both hands. Full of practical information on handling the challenges of the teenage years, it covers topics like finding your friendship tribe, handling peer pressure, healthy body image, periods, love, sex and relationships and navigating the online world.
Zest for Life contains everything you need to meet the objectives of the new Specifi cation for Junior Cycle Home Economics. Three interconnected contextual strands put the emphasis on being healthy, sustainable and making good choices.