Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: Introduction to "Give it a Lash Jack" 45 minutes Audio or video of the song, computers or tablets, internet access Introduce the song "Give it a Lash Jack" by Liam Harrison. Play a short clip of the song. Discuss when and where the song was released. Explain why it became popular, including its connection to Irish football. Summarize the key points discussed. Ask students why they think the song resonated with so many people. Students will answer questions about the song’s release date, context, and popularity.
Lesson 2: Exploring Liam Harrison and His Band 45 minutes Computers or tablets, internet access, printed articles Introduce Liam Harrison and his band. Show pictures and play short clips of their work. Discuss Harrison’s contributions to society and culture. Talk about the impact of his band on their time and their influence. Summarize the discussion. Ask students to share their thoughts on the band’s influence. Students will write a short paragraph on the band's contributions and influence.
Lesson 3: Learning the Lyrics 45 minutes Printed lyrics, audio of the song Hand out printed lyrics of "Give it a Lash Jack". Play the song and have students follow along. Break down the song into sections and practice singing each part. Discuss any difficult words or phrases. Sing the song together as a class. Encourage students to practice at home. Students will perform the song in small groups or individually.
Lesson 4: Career Timeline 45 minutes Paper, markers, computers or tablets Introduce the concept of a timeline. Show examples of timelines from different subjects. Have students research the career of Liam Harrison and his band. Provide key dates and events. Students will create a timeline of the band's career, including major milestones. Review the timelines and provide feedback. Ensure key events are included and in the correct order.
Lesson 5: Impact Discussion 45 minutes Whiteboard, markers, printed articles Recap the band's contributions and influence. Write key points on the board. Facilitate a class discussion on how the band's work has influenced the world. Encourage students to give examples. Summarize the discussion. Highlight the most impactful contributions mentioned by students. Students will write a short essay on how they think the band's work has influenced today’s society.
Lesson 6: Final Performance 45 minutes Audio of the song, printed lyrics Recap the lyrics and practice as a class. Ensure everyone is comfortable with their parts. Perform "Give it a Lash Jack" as a class. Record the performance if possible. Discuss the performance. Highlight what went well and areas for improvement. Students will self-assess their performance and provide feedback on their experience.