Lesson 1: History of Ardnaree Co. Mayo ```html

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1 hour	Books about Ardnaree, access to internet for research	Start with a discussion about what history is, and why it's important to learn about the history of our local area.	Activity 1: Research the history of the placename of Ardnaree. Activity 2: Draw a timeline of key historical events in Ardnaree. Activity 3: Write a short story set in historical Ardnaree.	Discuss what students have learned about the history of Ardnaree. Highlight the importance of preserving and respecting local history.	Have students present their research or stories, and answer questions about the history of Ardnaree.

``` Lesson 2: Notable person from the area ```html

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1 hour	Books about the notable person, access to internet for research	Introduce students to the notable person, explain why they are important.	Activity 1: Research more about the notable person. Activity 2: Draw a portrait of the notable person. Activity 3: Write a letter to the notable person asking them about their life and achievements.	Discuss the notable person's contributions to the local area and beyond.	Assess students' understanding through their research, drawings and letters.

``` Lesson 3: Geography of Ardnaree ```html

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1 hour	Maps of Ardnaree, geographical features models	Discuss with students about the importance of studying geography.	Activity 1: Identify and name geographical features in Ardnaree. Activity 2: Make models of the geographical features. Activity 3: Write a short report about the geographical features of Ardnaree.	Reiterate the importance of geographical features and their roles in our daily life.	Assess students' understanding of the geography of Ardnaree through their activities.

``` Lesson 4: Mapping skills ```html

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1 hour	Blank maps, colored pencils	Discuss the importance of maps and how to read them.	Activity 1: Practice reading a map of Ardnaree. Activity 2: Draw a map of their neighborhood. Activity 3: Create a treasure map of Ardnaree.	Discuss the importance of map skills in everyday life.	Assess students' understanding of maps through their drawings and their ability to read and interpret maps.

``` Lesson 5: Biodiversity ```html

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1 hour	Books about local plants and animals, access to internet for research	Start with a discussion about what biodiversity is and why it's important.	Activity 1: Research local plants and animals. Activity 2: Draw a local plant or animal. Activity 3: Write a short report about how to protect local biodiversity.	Discuss the importance of protecting biodiversity and what each person can do to help.	Assess students' understanding of biodiversity through their research, drawings, and reports.

``` Lesson 6: Visual arts ```html

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1 hour	Art supplies	Discuss the importance of art and how local areas can inspire art.	Activity 1: Draw or paint a scene from Ardnaree. Activity 2: Create a sculpture using local materials. Activity 3: Write a poem about Ardnaree.	Discuss how art can help us to appreciate and understand our local area.	Assess students' understanding of art and local inspiration through their art pieces and poems.

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