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What is a Leprechaun?

Legend has it that a leprechaun is a type of fairy that stands about as tall as a three-year-old child. A leprechaun is usually described as a man with beard who wears a green suit and hat. It’s believed there are no female leprechauns. According to stories, the leprechaun is a shoemaker who spends most of his time making and fixing shoes. In fact, some say when a leprechaun is near, you can hear the tap-tap-tapping of his tiny hammer as he drives nails into shoes. These little men are also said to be very mischievous and enjoy playing tricks on those they meet.
 The word “leprechaun” comes from the old Irish word luchorpán, which means small body. Others say it developed from an Irish word that means shoemaker.

What the Pot of Gold?

It’s said that every leprechaun has a pot of gold that he hides deep in the Irish countryside. According to legend, the leprechaun must give this treasure away to anyone who captures him. But this little fellow won’t let his treasure slip away easily. The story goes that the sneaky leprechaun can fool a person into looking away for an instant. And just like that, he vanishes into his forest home and takes his treasure with him.

Where Can I See Leprechauns?

We can’t promise anything, but there are some places around the world dedicated to the leprechaun:

Leprechaun Park: Mill Ends Park in Oregon is the world’s smallest park. 

Leprechaun Cavern: In the town of Carlingford, Ireland.

Leprechaun Museum: Found in Dublin, Ireland.

ANSWER THE QUESTIONS:

1.What  clothes does a leprechaun wear?

    2.What is the job of the leprechaun?
    3. What does the word "leprechaun " mean?
    4. What happen if a person captures a leprechaun?
    5.Where can we find leprechauns?