Lesson 1: History of Bray Co. Wicklow ```html
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60 minutes Books, Internet, Map of Bray Introduce the history of Bray Co. Wicklow and the meaning behind its name.
  • Activity 1: Research the history of Bray and its placename origin.
  • Activity 2: Create a timeline of significant events in Bray's history.
  • Activity 3: Discuss the changes in Bray over the years.
 Recap the history learned and discuss how Bray has evolved. Check the timelines created and review the discussions held.
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60 minutes Books, Internet Introduce a notable person from Bray: Oscar Wilde.
  • Activity 1: Research about Oscar Wilde's life and his connection to Bray.
  • Activity 2: Read some of Wilde's works and discuss them.
  • Activity 3: Write a short biography of Oscar Wilde.
 Discuss Wilde's influence and his importance in Bray's history. Evaluate the biographies written and the discussions held.
``` Lesson 3: Geography of Bray Co. Wicklow ```html
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60 minutes Map, Compass, Photos of local geography Introduce the natural geography of Bray, including its mountains, beach, and river.
  • Activity 1: Explore the map of Bray and identify its geographical features.
  • Activity 2: Discuss how these features affect life in Bray.
  • Activity 3: Draw a map of Bray with its geographical features.
 Discuss how geography shapes a place and its people. Check the maps drawn and review the discussions held.
``` Lesson 4: Mapping Skills ```html
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60 minutes Map of Bray, Compass Introduce mapping skills, using the map of Bray.
  • Activity 1: Learn about map symbols and directions.
  • Activity 2: Practice using the compass with the map.
  • Activity 3: Create a treasure map of Bray, using learned symbols and directions.
 Discuss the importance of mapping skills. Evaluate the treasure maps created and the understanding of mapping skills.
``` Lesson 5: Biodiversity of Bray Co. Wicklow ```html
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60 minutes Field guides, Binoculars, Notebooks Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance in Bray.
  • Activity 1: Explore the school grounds/local area for different species.
  • Activity 2: Discuss how we can protect Bray's biodiversity.
  • Activity 3: Create a poster encouraging biodiversity protection.
 Discuss the importance of biodiversity and its protection. Evaluate the posters created and the understanding of biodiversity.
``` Lesson 6: Visual Arts Inspired by Bray Co. Wicklow ```html
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60 minutes Art supplies Introduce the concept of using the local area as inspiration for art.
  • Activity 1: Sketch a scene from Bray in pencil.
  • Activity 2: Paint a scene from Bray using watercolours.
  • Activity 3: Create a collage of Bray using cutouts from magazines.
 Discuss how the local area can inspire creativity and art. Evaluate the artworks created and the understanding of using the environment as inspiration.
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