Lesson 1: History - The Origins of Grace Park Dublin
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
60 minutes |
Access to internet, Projector, Whiteboard, Markers |
Discuss about Grace Park Dublin and its history. Explain how place names can reveal a lot about the history of a place. |
Activity 1: Interactive Presentation about the history of Grace Park. Activity 2: Discussion about the meaning of 'Grace Park' and its historical significance. Activity 3: Students create a timeline of historical events related to Grace Park. |
Summarize the history and the importance of understanding placenames. |
Check the timelines made by students. Ask questions to ensure understanding. |
Lesson 2: History - Notable Person from Grace Park Dublin
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
60 minutes |
Internet, Projector, Paper, Pens |
Introduce prominent Irish writer James Joyce who lived near Grace Park. Discuss his contribution to literature. |
Activity 1: Read excerpts from Joyce's works. Activity 2: Discuss the time period when Joyce lived. Activity 3: Write a brief biography or a letter to James Joyce. |
Summarize Joyce's contribution to Irish and world literature. |
Review the biographies or letters written by students. |
Lesson 3: Geography - Natural Features of Grace Park Dublin
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
60 minutes |
Maps, Internet, Projector |
Discuss the natural geography of Grace Park, Dublin. Talk about nearby rivers, parks and other natural features. |
Activity 1: Identify natural features on a map. Activity 2: Discuss the importance of these features for the local ecosystem. Activity 3: Draw their own map including these features. |
Summarize the importance of understanding local geography. |
Review the maps drawn by the students for accuracy. |
Lesson 4: Geography - Mapping Skills
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
60 minutes |
Maps, Internet, Projector |
Introduce the concept of mapping and its importance. |
Activity 1: Identify landmarks on a map of Grace Park. Activity 2: Learn about map symbols. Activity 3: Create their own map of the area with symbols. |
Discuss the importance of maps and how they help us understand our environment. |
Review the maps created by the students, checking for understanding of symbols and accuracy. |
Lesson 5: Biodiversity and Protection of Local Area
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
60 minutes |
Internet, Projector, Notebooks, Pens |
Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. |
Activity 1: Discuss the different types of plants and animals found in the area. Activity 2: Discuss the threats to biodiversity in the area. Activity 3: Brainstorm ways to protect biodiversity in Grace Park. |
Summarize the importance of protecting biodiversity and the role they can play. |
Review their brainstorming notes and assess their understanding of the concept of biodiversity and its protection. |
Lesson 6: Visual Arts - Art Inspired by Grace Park Dublin
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
60 minutes |
Art supplies (paint, brushes, paper) |
Discuss how local areas can be an inspiration for art. |
Activity 1: Look at pictures of Grace Park and discuss what they see. Activity 2: Choose a scene or aspect of Grace Park to draw or paint. Activity 3: Share their artwork with the class. |
Summarize the importance of art in expressing our thoughts and feelings about our environment. |
Assess the students' artwork based on creativity and their ability to express their thoughts and feelings about Grace Park. |