Lesson Number Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1 60 mins Books or online resources about local history, a whiteboard and markers Introduce Carrowntober Tobercurry and its historical significance. Discuss the meaning of the placename. Activities: 1. Group discussion about the history of the area. 2. Drawing or writing about their favorite historical aspect. 3. Role play - children act as historians exploring Carrowntober Tobercurry. Summarize the main points of the history of the area and the origin of the placename. Assess children's understanding through their participation in activities and their ability to recap the history of the area.
Lesson 2 60 mins Biographies or online resources about a notable person from the area, a projector Introduce the notable person from the area and their contribution. Activities: 1. Group discussion about the person's life and contribution. 2. Children write a short biography of the person. 3. Role play - children act out significant events from the person's life. Summarize the notable person's life and their contribution to the area or society. Assess children's understanding through their participation in activities and their ability to recap the person's life and contribution.
Lesson 3 60 mins Maps or online resources about the geography of the area, a whiteboard and markers Introduce the geographical features of Carrowntober Tobercurry. Activities: 1. Group discussion about the geographical features. 2. Drawing or labeling a map of the area. 3. Outdoor exploration - if possible, explore the local geography. Summarize the main geographical features of the area. Assess children's understanding through their participation in activities and their ability to recap the geographical features of the area.
Lesson 4 60 mins Paper maps of the area, coloring pencils Explain the importance of maps and how to read them. Introduce the task of mapping Carrowntober Tobercurry. Activities: 1. Identifying key features on the map. 2. Coloring and labeling the map. 3. Creating a 3D model of the map using clay or playdough. Review the maps created by the children and discuss the importance of map reading skills. Assess the children's maps and their ability to identify key features.
Lesson 5 60 mins Online resources about local biodiversity, magnifying glasses, notebooks Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. Discuss the local biodiversity in Carrowntober Tobercurry. Activities: 1. Observing local flora and fauna. 2. Writing or drawing about the local biodiversity. 3. Discussing ways to protect local biodiversity. Summarize the importance of biodiversity and ways to protect it. Assess children's understanding through their participation in activities, their notes about local biodiversity, and their suggestions for protecting it.
Lesson 6 60 mins Art supplies: paper, paint, brushes, colored pencils, etc Introduce the concept of using the local area as inspiration for art. Discuss different forms of visual art. Activities: 1. Drawing or painting a local landscape. 2. Creating a collage using natural materials. 3. Sculpting a local feature using clay or playdough. Discuss the children's artwork and how they were inspired by Carrowntober Tobercurry. Assess children's creativity, effort, and ability to articulate how their art was influenced by the local area.