Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
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History of Aghada Co. Cork | 60 minutes | History books, Internet, Maps | Introduce the history of Aghada and the origin of its name. | 1. Group discussion on the history
2. Research activity on the historical timeline of Aghada 3. Drawing of Aghada in historical times |
Recap the history and meaning of the name Aghada. | Assess children's understanding through Q&A and review of their drawing. |
Notable Person from Aghada | 60 minutes | Biographies, Internet | Introduce a notable person from Aghada. | 1. Reading and discussing the biography
2. Role-play activity based on the person's life 3. Creating a timeline of the person's life |
Discuss the importance of the person's contributions to Aghada. | Assess through role-play performance and timeline creation. |
Natural Geography of Aghada | 60 minutes | Maps, Internet, Geography books | Discuss the natural geography features of Aghada. | 1. Field trip to observe the geographical features
2. Identifying features on a map 3. Creating a collage of the geographical features |
Recap the geographical features of Aghada. | Assess through map identification and collage creation. |
Mapping Skills of Aghada | 60 minutes | Maps, Compass, Rulers | Introduce mapping skills and the importance of maps. | 1. Map reading activity
2. Creating a map of Aghada 3. Treasure hunt using the map |
Discuss the importance of maps and recap the activities. | Assess through map creation and treasure hunt. |
Biodiversity of Aghada | 60 minutes | Internet, Books on local flora and fauna | Introduce biodiversity and its importance. | 1. Nature walk to observe local biodiversity
2. Group discussion on protecting biodiversity 3. Creating a poster on biodiversity preservation |
Recap the importance of biodiversity and ways to protect it. | Assess through group discussion and poster creation. |
Visual Arts inspired by Aghada | 60 minutes | Art supplies | Discuss how nature can inspire art. | 1. Observing nature and sketching
2. Creating a piece of art based on observations 3. Group discussion on the art pieces |
Appreciate the art pieces and discuss the inspiration behind them. | Assess through the art pieces created and discussion. |