| Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
| 1: History of Corrycorka |
60 mins |
History books, internet, projector |
Discussion on what history is and the importance of local history |
Activity 1: Research the history of Corrycorka. Activity 2: Discuss the meaning of the placename. Activity 3: Create a timeline of key events. |
Summarize the history of Corrycorka and its placename |
Oral questions and assessment of timeline |
| 2: Notable Person |
60 mins |
Internet, books, photos |
Discussion on what makes a person notable |
Activity 1: Research a notable person from the area. Activity 2: Discuss the person's contributions. Activity 3: Role-play the person's life. |
Summarize the notable person's life and contributions |
Oral questions and assessment of role-play |
| 3: Natural Geography |
60 mins |
Maps, internet, pictures |
Discussion on natural geography and its importance |
Activity 1: Identify natural features in Corrycorka. Activity 2: Discuss how these features influence the area. Activity 3: Draw or model these features. |
Summarize the natural geography of Corrycorka |
Oral questions and assessment of drawings/models |
| 4: Mapping Skills |
60 mins |
Maps, pencils, rulers |
Discussion on what a map is and why it's important |
Activity 1: Study a map of Corrycorka. Activity 2: Identify key features on the map. Activity 3: Draw a map of Corrycorka. |
Summarize the importance of maps and how to read them |
Oral questions and assessment of maps |
| 5: Biodiversity |
60 mins |
Internet, books, pictures |
Discussion on what biodiversity is and why it's important |
Activity 1: Identify examples of biodiversity in Corrycorka. Activity 2: Discuss threats to this biodiversity. Activity 3: Propose ways to protect the biodiversity. |
Summarize the importance of biodiversity and how to protect it |
Oral questions and assessment of proposals |
| 6: Visual Arts |
60 mins |
Art supplies |
Discussion on what art is and how it can be inspired by our surroundings |
Activity 1: Study the local area. Activity 2: Discuss how it can be represented in art. Activity 3: Create a piece of art based on Corrycorka. |
Summarize how the local area can inspire art |
Assessment of art pieces |
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