Lesson Plan |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
Lesson 1: History of Clane Co. Kildare |
60 minutes |
Books about Irish history, internet access, writing materials |
Introduction to the historical significance of Clane Co. Kildare, including the origin of the placename |
1. Research activity on the origin of the placename.
2. Group discussion about the history of Clane.
3. Drawing of historical events. |
Summary of the historical facts learned during the lesson |
Questionnaire on the lesson's topics |
Lesson 2: Notable Person from the Area |
60 minutes |
Biographies, internet access |
Introduction to a notable person from the area |
1. Reading activity about the person's life.
2. Role play of the person's important achievements.
3. Discussion about the person's impact on the area. |
Reflection on the person's contribution to the area |
Write a short essay about the person |
Lesson 3: Geography of the Area |
60 minutes |
Maps, geographical books, internet access |
Introduction to the geographical features of Clane Co. Kildare |
1. Exploration activity of the physical geography.
2. Group discussion about the rivers, mountains, etc.
3. Drawing of the geographical features. |
Summary of the geographical features of the area |
Quiz on geographical features |
Lesson 4: Mapping Skills |
60 minutes |
Maps, compass, rulers |
Introduction to mapping skills using the area as an example |
1. Practise of mapping skills using a local map.
2. Group activity to create a map of the area.
3. Discussion about the importance of mapping skills. |
Reflection on the importance of mapping skills |
Create a map of their neighbourhood |
Lesson 5: Biodiversity |
60 minutes |
Internet access, local flora and fauna guidebooks |
Introduction to the biodiversity of Clane Co. Kildare |
1. Observation activity exploring local biodiversity.
2. Discussion about protecting the local biodiversity.
3. Activity to brainstorm ideas for biodiversity protection. |
Summary of the importance of biodiversity and its protection |
Design a poster promoting biodiversity protection |
Lesson 6: Visual Arts |
90 minutes |
Art supplies |
Introduction to using the local area as inspiration for art |
1. Exploration activity to find art inspiration.
2. Art creation using the chosen inspiration.
3. Group discussion about their art pieces. |
Reflection on the use of local area as art inspiration |
Exhibit of the created artwork |
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