Lesson Time Allocation Resources Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
1: History of Glasnevin Dublin 45 minutes History books, Online resources, Videos Introduce the history of Glasnevin and discuss the origin of the placename. 1. Show a video about Glasnevin's history.
2. Group discussion about the video.
3. Research activity about the history of the placename.
Recap the history of Glasnevin and the origin of the placename. Written and oral report on the history of Glasnevin.
2: Notable Person from Glasnevin 45 minutes Biographies, Online resources Discuss about the notable person, Daniel O'Connell, from Glasnevin. 1. Read a biography about Daniel O'Connell.
2. Group discussion about his contributions.
3. Role play activity depicting his life.
Summarize the contributions of Daniel O'Connell to Glasnevin. Written and oral report on Daniel O'Connell's life and contributions.
3: Geography of Glasnevin 45 minutes Maps, Online resources Introduce the natural geography of Glasnevin. 1. Show a map of Glasnevin.
2. Discuss the natural features of Glasnevin.
3. Field trip activity to explore the natural geography.
Summarize the natural geography of Glasnevin. Written and oral report on the geography of Glasnevin.
4: Mapping Skills 45 minutes Maps, Drawing materials Discuss the importance of mapping skills. 1. Demonstrate how to create a map.
2. Group activity to create a map of Glasnevin.
3. Discuss the features included in their maps.
Summarize the importance of mapping skills. Assess the created maps of Glasnevin.
5: Biodiversity of Glasnevin 45 minutes Field guide, Online resources Introduce the concept of biodiversity. 1. Discuss the biodiversity in Glasnevin.
2. Field trip activity to explore biodiversity.
3. Discuss ways to protect the biodiversity.
Summarize the importance of biodiversity and its protection. Written and oral report on the biodiversity of Glasnevin.
6: Visual Arts 45 minutes Art materials Discuss how local area can be a stimulus for art. 1. Demonstrate how to create an artwork based on local area.
2. Individual activity to create an artwork.
3. Group discussion about their artworks.
Summarize the importance of local area in art. Assess the created artworks based on Glasnevin.