Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
1: History of Ballylooby |
60 minutes |
History textbooks, Projector for images, Writing materials |
Introduction to Ballylooby's history and the origin of its placename |
Activity 1: Group discussion about the history. Activity 2: Drawing of historical events. Activity 3: Role-playing historical figures. |
Summarize the history of Ballylooby and the meaning behind its name |
Group presentation, Drawing assessment, Role-play performance |
2: Notable Person |
60 minutes |
Biographies, Internet access |
Introduction to notable person related to the area |
Activity 1: Reading comprehension questions. Activity 2: Role-play interview with the notable person. Activity 3: Art project creating a portrait of the person. |
Summarize the notable person's life and their impact on the area |
Comprehension quiz, Role-play performance, Art project assessment |
3: Geography of Ballylooby |
60 minutes |
Geography textbooks, Maps, Internet access |
Introduction to the geography of Ballylooby |
Activity 1: Map reading exercise. Activity 2: Group discussion on the importance of geographical features. Activity 3: Drawing of geographical features. |
Summarize the geographical features of Ballylooby |
Map reading quiz, Group discussion, Drawing assessment |
4: Mapping Skills |
60 minutes |
Maps, Rulers, Pencils |
Introduction to mapping skills |
Activity 1: Individual mapping of Ballylooby. Activity 2: Group project to create a 3D model of Ballylooby. Activity 3: Treasure hunt using a map. |
Summarize the importance of mapping skills |
Mapping quiz, Model assessment, Treasure hunt performance |
5: Biodiversity |
60 minutes |
Science textbooks, Internet access |
Introduction to biodiversity and its importance |
Activity 1: Field trip to observe local flora and fauna. Activity 2: Group discussion on protecting biodiversity. Activity 3: Poster making on biodiversity protection. |
Summarize the importance of biodiversity and its protection |
Field trip quiz, Group discussion, Poster assessment |
6: Visual Arts |
60 minutes |
Art supplies |
Introduction to using local area as art inspiration |
Activity 1: Sketching local landmarks. Activity 2: Painting local scenery. Activity 3: Collage making with local materials. |
Summarize the importance of art and how local area can inspire it |
Sketch assessment, Painting assessment, Collage assessment |
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Note: Please replace the "Notable Person" in Lesson 2 and specific geographical features in Lesson 3 & 4 with relevant information as I couldn't find specific details about Ballylooby Co. Limerick V35 DX85.