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Gerard Siggins

Gerard Siggins

Gerard Siggins was born in Dublin in 1962. Initially a sports journalist, he worked for many years in the Sunday Tribune, where he became assistant editor. He has written several books about cricket and rugby. His Rugby Spirit series has sold over 65,000 copies and is hugely popular with sports-loving children around the world. Gerard regularly visits schools to talk about his books.

Gaelic Spirit - Field of Dreams ... Home of History

Teaching Resources: free to view and download

Football Spirit - United they Stand, United they Soar

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Football Fiesta - Sports Academy Book 1

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Rugby Redzone - Sports Academy Book 2

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Rugby Spirit - A new school, a new sport, an old mystery...

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Rugby Warrior - Back in school. Back in sport. Back in time.

Rugby Rebel - Discovering History - Uncovering Mystery

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Rugby Flyer - Haunting history, thrilling tries

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Rugby Runner - Ancient Roots, Modern Boots

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Rugby Heroes - Ghostly Ground, Deadly Danger

Gaelic Spirit - Field of Dreams ... Home of History

  • Download Teaching Guides: Teaching guide to the book by Peter Heaney