Lesson 1: Exploring the Basic Geography of Croatia

Time 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 Croatia

Time 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 Croatia

Time 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 Croatia

Time 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.