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Lesson 1: History of Kilclare Lower Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Internet, history books, maps, writing materials
Introduction: Discuss the importance of understanding the history of our community. Provide a brief overview of Kilclare Lower's history.
Development: 1. Explore the origin and meaning of the place name Kilclare Lower. 2. Research on the historical landmarks in the area. 3. Discus the changes in the area over the years.
Conclusion: Review the history learned and how it has shaped the current Kilclare Lower.
Assessment: Students will write a brief paragraph about something they learned about Kilclare Lower's history.
Lesson 2: Notable Person from Kilclare Lower Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Internet, history books, writing materials
Introduction: Discuss the importance of people in shaping the history of an area.
Development: 1. Research a notable person from Kilclare Lower or nearby area. 2. Discuss the person's contribution to the area or to the country. 3. Role play an interview with the notable person.
Conclusion: Review the importance of the person's contribution.
Assessment: Students will write a short biography of the notable person.
Lesson 3: Geography of Kilclare Lower Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Maps, internet, writing materials
Introduction: Discuss the geography of Kilclare Lower.
Development: 1. Identify the natural features of Kilclare Lower such as rivers, mountains, lakes, beaches, etc. 2. Discuss how these features impact the lives of people in the area. 3. Create a physical map model of Kilclare Lower.
Conclusion: Review the geographical features of Kilclare Lower.
Assessment: Students will label a blank map of Kilclare Lower with its different geographical features.
Lesson 4: Mapping Skills Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Maps, grid paper, markers
Introduction: Discuss the importance of maps and how to read them.
Development: 1. Practice reading a map of Kilclare Lower. 2. Practice drawing a map of Kilclare Lower. 3. Practice giving directions using the map.
Conclusion: Review mapping skills.
Assessment: Students will draw a map of their route from home to school.
Lesson 5: Biodiversity of Kilclare Lower Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Internet, books about local wildlife, writing materials
Introduction: Discuss the importance of biodiversity.
Development: 1. Identify the different types of flora and fauna in Kilclare Lower. 2. Discuss the importance of these species to the local ecosystem. 3. Discuss ways to protect the biodiversity of Kilclare Lower.
Conclusion: Review the importance of biodiversity.
Assessment: Students will make a poster promoting the protection of a local species.
Lesson 6: Visual Arts Inspired by Kilclare Lower Time Allocation: 90 minutes
Resources needed: Art supplies, pictures of Kilclare Lower
Introduction: Discuss how artists are often inspired by their surroundings.
Development: 1. Observe pictures of Kilclare Lower and discuss what stands out. 2. Draw or paint a picture inspired by Kilclare Lower. 3. Discuss the finished artworks and what inspired each one.
Conclusion: Review the importance of using our surroundings as inspiration for art.
Assessment: Students will present their artwork and explain what inspired their work.
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