Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
1. History of Baldoyle |
1 Hour |
Books, Internet, Projector |
Discussion about the history of Baldoyle and its logainm |
Activity 1: Research and create a timeline of Baldoyle's history. Activity 2: Group discussion about the origin and meaning of the logainm. Activity 3: Watch a documentary or read a story about Baldoyle |
Summary of the historical events and logainm of Baldoyle |
Evaluation of timeline, participation in group discussion, comprehension questions about the documentary/story |
2. Notable Person from the Area |
1 Hour |
Books, Internet |
Introduction of a notable person from Baldoyle |
Activity 1: Write a biography of the person. Activity 2: Role play on a significant event in the person's life. Activity 3: Sketch the person and label their notable achievements |
Discussion on the person's contribution to Baldoyle or wider society |
Evaluation of biography, role play, and sketch |
3. Geography of the Area |
1 Hour |
Maps, Google Earth |
Discussion about the geographical features of Baldoyle |
Activity 1: Draw a map of Baldoyle including its main geographical features. Activity 2: Virtual tour of Baldoyle using Google Earth. Activity 3: Identify and label geographical features on a map |
Summary of the geography of Baldoyle |
Evaluation of map drawing, participation in virtual tour, and label activity |
4. Mapping Skills |
1 Hour |
Maps, Compass, Ruler |
Introduction to mapping skills |
Activity 1: Draw a map of the school environment. Activity 2: Use a compass to find directions on a map. Activity 3: Measure distances on a map using a ruler |
Discussion on the importance of mapping skills |
Evaluation of map drawing, compass and ruler usage |
5. Biodiversity in Baldoyle |
1 Hour |
Books, Internet, Binoculars |
Discussion about biodiversity and its importance |
Activity 1: Identify local plants and animals. Activity 2: Discuss threats to local biodiversity. Activity 3: Propose ways to protect local biodiversity |
Summary of the importance of protecting biodiversity |
Evaluation of plant and animal identification, participation in discussions |
6. Visual Arts Inspired by Baldoyle |
1 Hour |
Art Supplies |
Discussion about how the environment can inspire art |
Activity 1: Draw or paint a landscape of Baldoyle. Activity 2: Create a collage using natural materials. Activity 3: Sculpt a landmark from Baldoyle using clay |
Exhibition of the art created |
Evaluation of the art created, explanation of their work |