Lesson	Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1: History of Gortaroo	60 Minutes	Local history books, Internet	Introduction to the history and origin of the place name Gortaroo	Discuss the history of the area Research the place name origin Create a timeline of historical events	Summarize the key points of Gortaroo's history	Orally quiz students on what they learned
2: Notable Person	60 Minutes	Biographies, Internet	Introduction to a notable person from nearby Gortaroo	Discuss the person's life and achievements Role play an interview with the person Create a biography poster	Discuss the person's impact on the local area	Assess the biography poster and role play
3: Geography	60 Minutes	Maps, Internet	Introduction to the natural geography of Gortaroo	Identify key geographical features on a map Discuss the importance of these features Create a clay model of the area	Discuss how geography impacts lifestyle	Assess the accuracy of the clay models
4: Mapping Skills	60 Minutes	Blank maps, markers	Introduction to mapping skills	Discuss map symbols and keys Create a map of Gortaroo Design a treasure hunt using the map	Discuss the importance of accurate mapping	Assess the accuracy and creativity of the maps and treasure hunts
5: Biodiversity	60 Minutes	Field guides, magnifying glasses	Introduction to biodiversity and its importance	Identify different species in the local area Discuss their roles in the ecosystem Create a poster on how to protect the local biodiversity	Discuss the importance of conservation	Assess the accuracy and creativity of the posters
6: Visual Arts	60 Minutes	Art supplies	Introduction to using the local area as an art inspiration	Discuss different art mediums Create an artwork inspired by Gortaroo Present and discuss their artworks	Discuss the different interpretations of the same area	Assess the creativity and effort put into the artworks