Lesson	Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1: History of Dysart Co. Laois	1 hour	Internet, books on local history, video documentaries	Introduce the area of Dysart Co. Laois and its historical significance	Activity 1: Research the origin of the placename Dysart Activity 2: Timeline creation of important historical events of Dysart Activity 3: Watch a documentary about Dysart's history	Summarize the key historical events and significance of Dysart	Assess through a quiz on the history of Dysart
2: Notable Person from the Area	1 hour	Internet, books on the person	Introduce the notable person from the area	Activity 1: Biography reading of the person Activity 2: Discussion on the contributions of the person Activity 3: Role play of a day in the life of the person	Summarize the contributions of the notable person from the area	Assess through a written essay about the notable person
3: Natural Geography of Dysart	1 hour	Maps, Internet, field trip (if possible)	Introduce the natural geography of Dysart	Activity 1: Map reading of Dysart's natural geography Activity 2: Discussion on the importance of Dysart's natural features Activity 3: Field trip to a local natural feature (if possible)	Summarize the key natural features of Dysart	Assess through a quiz on the natural geography of Dysart
4: Mapping Skills of Dysart	1 hour	Maps, rulers, pencils	Introduce how to use mapping skills	Activity 1: Map reading exercise Activity 2: Creating a simple map of Dysart Activity 3: Scavenger hunt using the map	Summarize how to use mapping skills and their importance	Assess through a task of creating their own map of Dysart
5: Biodiversity of Dysart	1 hour	Internet, local flora and fauna guidebooks	Introduce the concept of biodiversity	Activity 1: Research the local flora and fauna Activity 2: Discussion on the importance of biodiversity Activity 3: Brainstorm ideas on how to protect the local biodiversity	Summarize the biodiversity of Dysart and how to protect it	Assess through a presentation on a chosen local species and how to protect it
6: Art Inspired by Dysart	1 hour	Art supplies	Introduce how nature can inspire art	Activity 1: Nature walk for art inspiration Activity 2: Drawing or painting a scene from Dysart Activity 3: Discussing their art and what inspired them	Summarize how Dysart inspired their art	Assess through an art showcase and discussion