Lesson 1: Exploring the Basic Geography of CroatiaTime Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Map of Europe, pictures of Croatia, globe Introduction: Begin by locating Croatia on the map of Europe and discussing its position. Show pictures of Croatia's landscape and discuss its geography. Development: Discuss Croatia's borders, neighboring countries, seas, and major cities. Talk about the climate and terrain of Croatia. Conclusion: Summarize key points about Croatia's geography and have students draw a simple map of Croatia labeling major cities and geographical features. Assessment: Ask students to identify Croatia on a blank map of Europe and label its major cities. |
Lesson 2: Facts about Zagreb, the Capital City of CroatiaTime Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of Zagreb, information sheets about Zagreb Introduction: Show pictures of Zagreb and discuss its importance as the capital city of Croatia. Development: Introduce three interesting facts about Zagreb such as its history, landmarks, and culture. Conclusion: Have students create a mini poster highlighting the facts they learned about Zagreb. Assessment: Students will present their mini posters and explain the facts about Zagreb they included. |
Lesson 3: Famous Landmark in CroatiaTime Allocation: 30 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of Plitvice Lakes National Park Introduction: Introduce Plitvice Lakes National Park as a famous landmark in Croatia. Development: Show pictures and videos of the park, discussing its natural beauty and significance. Conclusion: Have students draw and color a picture of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Assessment: Ask students to write a short paragraph describing what makes Plitvice Lakes National Park a famous landmark in Croatia. |
Lesson 4: Creating a Tour Guide for CroatiaTime Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Brochures about Croatia, blank paper, coloring materials Introduction: Discuss the purpose of a tour guide and its importance for tourists visiting a new country. Development: Divide students into groups and assign each group a specific region or city in Croatia to research and create a tour guide for. Conclusion: Have each group present their tour guide to the class, highlighting important attractions, activities, and cultural aspects of their assigned location. Assessment: Evaluate the tour guides based on the accuracy of information, creativity, and presentation skills of the students. |