Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
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History of Duncormick Co. Wexford | 45 minutes | Online resources, books about the history of Duncormick, map of Wexford | Introduce the region and its importance in Ireland's history. |
Activity 1: Discussion about the history of Duncormick Activity 2: Children create a timeline of important events Activity 3: Research and presentation on the origin of the placename |
Review the history and importance of Duncormick in Ireland's history. | Assess children's understanding through their timeline and presentation. |
Notable Person: Anne Doyle | 45 minutes | Online resources, Anne Doyle's autobiography | Introduce Anne Doyle, a notable journalist from nearby Ferns, Co. Wexford. |
Activity 1: Discussion on Anne's contributions to journalism Activity 2: Children write a short biography of Anne Doyle Activity 3: Role-play interview with Anne Doyle |
Review Anne Doyle's life and contributions to journalism. | Assess understanding through their biography and interview role-play. |
Geography of Duncormick | 45 minutes | Map of Duncormick, online resources, pictures of Duncormick's geography | Introduce the natural geography of Duncormick including its river, beach, etc. |
Activity 1: Discussion on Duncormick's geography Activity 2: Children draw pictures of Duncormick's geography Activity 3: Creation of a physical model of Duncormick's geography |
Review Duncormick's geography and its importance. | Assess understanding through their drawings and physical model. |
Mapping Skills | 45 minutes | Blank maps, pencils, rulers | Introduce the concept of mapping and its importance. |
Activity 1: Discussion on mapping skills Activity 2: Children practice mapping skills by drawing a map of Duncormick Activity 3: Children create a treasure map of Duncormick |
Review mapping skills and their importance in geography. | Assess understanding through their maps. |
Biodiversity of Duncormick | 45 minutes | Online resources, pictures of local flora and fauna | Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. |
Activity 1: Discussion on Duncormick's local flora and fauna Activity 2: Children create a collage of local biodiversity Activity 3: Brainstorming on how to protect local biodiversity |
Review the importance of biodiversity and ways to protect it. | Assess understanding through their collage and brainstorming ideas. |
Visual Arts | 45 minutes | Art supplies: paints, crayons, paper | Introduce the concept of using local surroundings as inspiration for art. |
Activity 1: Discussion on different art styles Activity 2: Children create a piece of art inspired by Duncormick Activity 3: Art exhibition of children's work |
Review the importance of local surroundings in art. | Assess understanding through their art work. |