Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
1: History of Borrisland North |
60 minutes |
History textbooks, Internet access |
Introduce the history of Borrisland North and its logainm. |
Activity 1: Research the history of the placename. Activity 2: Create a timeline of key historical events. Activity 3: Write a short essay on the history of the area. |
Review the history and significance of the placename. |
Assess timeline and essay for understanding of history. |
2: Notable Person |
60 minutes |
Biographies, Internet access |
Introduce a notable person from the area. |
Activity 1: Research the notable person. Activity 2: Create a presentation on their life. Activity 3: Write a biographical essay. |
Discuss the notable person's impact on the area. |
Assess presentation and essay for understanding of person's life and impact. |
3: Geography of Borrisland North |
60 minutes |
Maps, Internet access |
Introduce the geography of Borrisland North, including rivers, mountains, etc. |
Activity 1: Identify geographical features on a map. Activity 2: Research the formation of these features. Activity 3: Create a model of the area's geography. |
Review the geography and its significance. |
Assess map identification, research, and model for understanding of geography. |
4: Mapping Skills |
60 minutes |
Blank maps, pencils |
Introduce the concept of mapping and its importance. |
Activity 1: Practise mapping skills by drawing a map of the classroom. Activity 2: Draw a map of Borrisland North. Activity 3: Compare their map to a real map. |
Discuss the importance of accuracy in mapping. |
Assess maps for understanding of mapping skills. |
5: Biodiversity |
60 minutes |
Internet access, nature guidebooks |
Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. |
Activity 1: Identify local species. Activity 2: Research the importance of these species. Activity 3: Discuss ways to protect the biodiversity. |
Discuss the importance of biodiversity and conservation. |
Assess identification, research, and discussion for understanding of biodiversity. |
6: Visual Arts |
60 minutes |
Art supplies |
Introduce the concept of using local area as a stimulus for art. |
Activity 1: Sketch the local area. Activity 2: Create a painting based on the sketches. Activity 3: Discuss their art and their inspiration. |
Discuss the importance of the local area in inspiring art. |
Assess sketches, painting, and discussion for understanding of using local area as art inspiration. |
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