Imagine hearing 'hello' said in lots of different ways across Europe – from the rolling hills of Ireland to the sunny beaches of Spain! Languages are like secret codes that connect us to friends, family, and faraway places. Today, you're going to explore how sounds and words bring people together.

• Learn about home languages in Ireland, like English and Irish.
• Listen to greetings from countries all over Europe.
• Match flags to countries and discover their languages.
• Find out what makes each country special.
• Play fun games like bingo to practise greetings.

In Ireland, the two main home languages are English and Irish. Most people speak English every day for chatting, school, and fun. Irish, or Gaeilge, is one of Ireland's official languages. It has a lovely, musical sound and is taught in every school. Many people in Ireland are bilingual, which means they can speak both English and Irish. This mix of languages makes our country special and connects us to our history.

There are special areas in Ireland called the Gaeltacht. These are places, mostly along the west coast and on some islands, where Irish is the main language people speak at home every day. In the Gaeltacht, you might hear Irish all around you – in shops, at school, and with friends. Visiting the Gaeltacht is a great way to hear and practise Irish!

Look at this special table below. It shows how to say 'hello' and 'goodbye' in lots of different languages spoken around Europe. Click on the words to hear how they sound. Try saying them out loud yourself! This fun table helps you discover how greetings connect people across different countries.

Discover how languages connect across Europe by matching flags to their countries in this fun drag-and-drop adventure. You'll explore different places, linking each flag to the right spot on the map while picking up French words along the way.

Ready to test your geography skills and see how sounds and places tie together? Let's dive in and make those matches!

Now explore some more countries in Europe and the languages they speak in their country.

Do you notice that some countries speak multiple languages.