Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
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1: History of Doon, Co. Limerick | 1 Hour | Books, Internet access, Worksheets | Introduction to Doon's history and the origin of its name |
Activity 1: Reading about Doon's history and its name's origin Activity 2: Group discussion on what they learned Activity 3: Filling out a worksheet about the history of Doon |
Summarizing the history of Doon and the origin of its name | Worksheet completion and group discussion participation |
2: Notable Person from the Area | 1 Hour | Books, Internet access, Worksheets | Introduction to the notable person, George Clancy |
Activity 1: Reading about George Clancy's life and achievements Activity 2: Group discussion on his influence Activity 3: Writing a short paragraph about George Clancy |
Summarizing George Clancy's life and his contributions | Paragraph writing and group discussion participation |
3: Geography of Doon | 1 Hour | Maps, Internet access, Worksheets | Introduction to Doon's geographical features |
Activity 1: Identifying Doon's geographical features on a map Activity 2: Group discussion on the importance of these features Activity 3: Filling out a worksheet about Doon's geography |
Summarizing the geographical features of Doon | Worksheet completion and group discussion participation |
4: Mapping Skills | 1 Hour | Blank Maps, Colored Pencils, Internet Access | Introduction to mapping skills |
Activity 1: Drawing a map of Doon from memory Activity 2: Comparing their map to a real map Activity 3: Correcting their map using the real map |
Discussing the importance of accurate mapping | Completion and correction of their map |
5: Biodiversity in Doon | 1 Hour | Internet access, Field guides, Worksheets | Introduction to biodiversity in Doon |
Activity 1: Identifying local species using field guides Activity 2: Discussion on the importance of biodiversity Activity 3: Brainstorming ways to protect local biodiversity |
Summarizing the importance of biodiversity and protection methods | Participation in discussion and brainstorming |
6: Visual Arts | 1 Hour | Art Supplies, Photos of Doon | Introduction to using local scenery as art inspiration |
Activity 1: Choosing a photo of Doon to recreate Activity 2: Drawing or painting the photo Activity 3: Sharing their art with the class and discussing their choices |
Discussing the benefits of using local scenery for art inspiration | Completion of their art piece and participation in discussion |