Lesson 1 Objective 1
Time allocation: 45 minutes
Resources needed: John Hume biography, world map
Introduction: Show the class a world map and point out Ireland. Introduce John Hume as a historical figure from Ireland.
Development: Read the biography of John Hume together as a class. Discuss where and when he lived, and why he is famous.
Conclusion: Have a class discussion on what the children learned about John Hume.
Assessment: Ask students to draw a picture of John Hume and write one fact they learned about him.
Lesson 2 Objective 2
Time allocation: 50 minutes
Resources needed: Images of peace agreements, art supplies
Introduction: Show images of peace agreements and discuss their importance.
Development: Explain John Hume's contributions to peace in Ireland. Have students create their own peace posters inspired by his work.
Conclusion: Display the posters around the classroom and discuss the impact of John Hume's work on society.
Assessment: Ask students to explain in writing how they can promote peace in their own lives.
Lesson 3 Objective 3
Time allocation: 40 minutes
Resources needed: Paper, pencils
Introduction: Discuss with students the concept of connecting historical figures to their own lives.
Development: Have students write a short story or draw a picture of a situation where they would use peaceful conflict resolution methods in their own lives.
Conclusion: Share some of the stories or pictures with the class and discuss how they connect to John Hume's work.
Assessment: Evaluate the stories or pictures based on how well the students connected the concept to their own lives.
Lesson 4 Objective 4
Time allocation: 55 minutes
Resources needed: Large paper, markers
Introduction: Explain what a timeline is and why they are important in history.
Development: Divide the class into groups and have each group create a timeline of John Hume's life. Include important events and contributions.
Conclusion: Present the timelines to the class and discuss the key moments in John Hume's life.
Assessment: Assess the timelines based on accuracy and inclusion of key events.