Lesson Plan Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: History of Irishtown, Co. Mayo 45 minutes History books, internet access Introduction to the history of Irishtown and its logainm with a short storytelling session. 1. Group discussion about the history. 2. Students research online about Irishtown's history. 3. Students prepare a short presentation on the history. Summary of the history of Irishtown, Co. Mayo. Oral Q&A and presentation assessment.
Lesson 2: Notable Person from the Area 45 minutes Biographies, internet access Introduction to a notable person from the area (or nearby) with a short video. 1. Students research the notable person. 2. Role-play activity of the person's life. 3. Students make a timeline of the person's life. Summary of the notable person's life and achievements. Timeline assessment and role-play performance.
Lesson 3: Natural Geography of Irishtown 45 minutes Geography books, maps, internet access Introduction to the natural geography of Irishtown with a short documentary. 1. Students identify different geographical features on the map. 2. Students research about these features. 3. Outdoor exploration activity (if possible). Summary of the natural geography of Irishtown, Co. Mayo. Map identification quiz and oral Q&A.
Lesson 4: Mapping Skills of Irishtown 45 minutes Maps, compasses, rulers Introduction to mapping skills with a demonstration. 1. Students practice measuring distances on the map. 2. Students learn about compass directions. 3. Students create their own map of Irishtown. Summary of mapping skills and their importance. Map creation and compass direction quiz.
Lesson 5: Biodiversity of Irishtown 45 minutes Books on local flora and fauna, internet access Introduction to biodiversity with a short video. 1. Students research local flora and fauna. 2. Discussion on the importance of protecting biodiversity. 3. Students brainstorm ideas for protecting local biodiversity. Summary of Irishtown's biodiversity and the importance of its protection. Oral Q&A and brainstorming assessment.
Lesson 6: Art Inspired by Irishtown 45 minutes Art supplies (paint, brushes, paper, etc.) Introduction to art inspired by local area with examples. 1. Students sketch or paint a scene from Irishtown. 2. Students discuss their art pieces. 3. Students display their art in the classroom. Summary of how local areas can inspire art. Art piece assessment and discussion participation.