Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
History Lesson: Inisheer Co. Galway 60 Minutes Books about Inisheer, Map of Inisheer, Internet Access Introduce Inisheer and its history, focusing on the logainm of the placename. 1. Discuss the history of the area. 2. Identify the meaning and history of the placename. 3. Explore the culture and traditions related to the placename. Summarize the history and importance of Inisheer's placename. Children will be assessed based on participation and understanding of the history.
History Lesson: Notable Person 60 Minutes Biographies of notable people, Internet Access Introduce a notable person from the area. 1. Discuss the person's life and achievements. 2. Explore the impact of the person on the area. 3. Create a timeline of the person's life. Summarize the person's contributions and why they are notable. Children will be assessed based on participation and understanding of the person's life and impact.
Geography Lesson: Natural Geography 60 Minutes Map of Inisheer, Books about Inisheer's geography, Internet Access Introduce Inisheer's natural geography. 1. Discuss the natural features (rivers, mountains, etc.). 2. Explore the importance of these features. 3. Create a model or draw a map of the area. Summarize the role and importance of natural geography in Inisheer. Children will be assessed based on participation and understanding of the natural geography.
Geography Lesson: Mapping Skills 60 Minutes Blank maps, Colored pencils, Rulers Introduce the concept of mapping and its importance. 1. Teach children how to use a map. 2. Have children create their own maps of Inisheer. 3. Discuss the importance of accuracy in mapping. Summarize the importance of maps and mapping skills. Children will be assessed based on participation and accuracy of their maps.
Biodiversity Lesson: Protecting the Local Area 60 Minutes Books about biodiversity, Internet Access, Field Guide Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. 1. Discuss different species found in Inisheer. 2. Explore the importance of protecting biodiversity. 3. Brainstorm ways to protect local biodiversity. Summarize the importance of biodiversity and protecting it. Children will be assessed based on participation and understanding of biodiversity.
Visual Arts Lesson: Inisheer Inspired Art 60 Minutes Art supplies (paint, colored pencils, etc.), Pictures of Inisheer Introduce the concept of using the local area as inspiration for art. 1. Discuss different ways to interpret and represent Inisheer. 2. Have children create their own art inspired by Inisheer. 3. Discuss different art pieces and interpretations. Summarize the importance of art and how it can represent a place. Children will be assessed based on participation and creativity of their art pieces.