The Laxey Manx Tartan
- Breckan Manninagh Laksey -
The first ever Manx Gaelic board book!
The first ever Manx Gaelic board book!
All text in both Manx Gaelic and English, with pronunciations guides to help!
In collaboration with Culture Vannin, the classic Laxey Tartan rhyme has been translated into Manx for the first time, creating a timeless favourite ready to introduce little ones to their first Manx Gaelic words and the Isle of Man.
Thick cardboard pages with rounded corners, safe from birth onwards (and for teething!)
Easy-to-use phonetic translation of Manx Gaelic so that even beginners can read to their children with confidence
Early language exposure is key for later language skills
Colourful and lively Manx landscapes, including lush glens, windy hills, and the choppy Irish Sea
Grounding basic Manx Gaelic in the world around them, with simple sentence structure helpful to build familiarity with a new language
Plenty of wonderful Manx wildlife to spot and recognise for interactive reading adventures
A simple narrative with a warm and cosy ending
The perfect gift for new parents, or a unique souvenir to add to your collection!
I grew up in Onchan and learnt Manx Gaelic from my beloved grandfather with my siblings. When my wonderful niece was born, I wanted to make sure that she had a book to connect her to her heritage right from the start. This personal project turned into a love letter to my cherished childhood memories exploring the glens, hills, and beaches of the Isle of Man.
I hope you enjoy this book, and that it reminds you what a special Island we all share.