Lesson | Time | Resources | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
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Lesson 1: History of Carrowbaun Co. Mayo | 60 minutes | History books, Internet access, Map of Carrowbaun | Discuss what history means and its importance. Introduce the Carrowbaun area and its logainm. | Activity 1: Research the history of the logainm of Carrowbaun. Activity 2: Create a timeline of significant historical events in Carrowbaun. Activity 3: Write a short story about an event in the history of Carrowbaun. |
Summarize the history of Carrowbaun and the importance of understanding our past. | Review of timelines, stories and class discussion. |
Lesson 2: Notable Person from Carrowbaun Co. Mayo | 60 minutes | Biographies, Internet access | Discuss the concept of being 'notable'. Introduce a notable person from Carrowbaun or nearby area. | Activity 1: Research about the notable person. Activity 2: Create a presentation about the notable person. Activity 3: Write a letter to the person asking about their experiences. |
Discuss why the person is notable and their contribution to Carrowbaun or Ireland. | Review of presentations, letters and class discussion. |
Lesson 3: Geography of Carrowbaun Co. Mayo | 60 minutes | Maps, Internet access | Discuss what geography is. Introduce the geographical features of Carrowbaun. | Activity 1: Identify the geographical features on a map of Carrowbaun. Activity 2: Create a model of the geographical features. Activity 3: Write about a day in the life of someone living in Carrowbaun. |
Summarize the geographical features of Carrowbaun and their importance. | Review of maps, models, writings and class discussion. |
Lesson 4: Mapping Skills | 60 minutes | Maps, Compass, Ruler | Discuss the importance of maps. Introduce the basics of reading and creating maps. | Activity 1: Identify landmarks on a map of Carrowbaun. Activity 2: Create a map of their own neighbourhood. Activity 3: Plan a route from their home to school using the map. |
Discuss the importance of map reading skills and summarise the activities of the lesson. | Review of created maps, planned routes and class discussion. |
Lesson 5: Biodiversity of Carrowbaun Co. Mayo | 60 minutes | Nature books, Internet access | Discuss biodiversity and its importance. Introduce the concept of local biodiversity. | Activity 1: Identify different species in Carrowbaun. Activity 2: Discuss the importance of each species. Activity 3: Brainstorm ideas on how to protect local biodiversity. |
Summarize the importance of biodiversity and steps to protect it. | Review of identified species, importance and protection ideas. |
Lesson 6: Art inspired by Carrowbaun Co. Mayo | 60 minutes | Art supplies | Discuss the concept of art. Introduce how nature and surroundings can inspire art. | Activity 1: Draw a landscape of Carrowbaun. Activity 2: Create a collage using natural materials. Activity 3: Paint a picture inspired by Carrowbaun. |
Discuss how the local area can inspire art and summarise the activities of the lesson. | Review of art pieces and class discussion. |