Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
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1: History of Lankill Co. Mayo | 60 minutes | Books, internet access, writing materials | Introduce the history of Lankill and define the term "logainm". | 1. Discuss the history of the area.
2. Research the history of the logainm. 3. Write a report on the historical significance of Lankill. |
Summarize the key points about the history of Lankill. | Check the reports for understanding and accuracy. |
2: Notable Person from the Area | 60 minutes | Books, internet access, writing materials | Introduce a notable person from the area, or a nearby area. | 1. Research the person's life and achievements.
2. Discus why this person is important. 3. Write a biography about the person. |
Discuss the importance of remembering notable people from our area. | Evaluate the biography for understanding and completeness. |
3: Geography of Lankill | 60 minutes | Maps, internet access, writing materials | Introduce the geographical features of Lankill, including rivers, mountains, and lakes. | 1. Discuss the geographical features of the area.
2. Research more about these features. 3. Create a fact sheet about Lankill's geography. |
Discuss the importance of understanding the geography of our local area. | Assess the fact sheet for completeness and accuracy. |
4: Mapping Skills | 60 minutes | Maps, rulers, pencils | Introduce basic mapping skills and explain how they will be used to create a map of Lankill. | 1. Discuss how to read and create maps.
2. Practice mapping skills by mapping the school grounds. 3. Create a map of Lankill. |
Discuss how maps are useful for understanding the layout of an area. | Assess the maps for accuracy and completeness. |
5: Biodiversity | 60 minutes | Internet access, writing materials, binoculars for bird watching | Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance in Lankill. | 1. Discuss what biodiversity is and why it's important.
2. Research the local flora and fauna. 3. Create a project to protect the local biodiversity. |
Discuss the importance of local biodiversity and how it can be protected. | Assess the project for understanding and creativity. |
6: Visual Arts | 60 minutes | Art supplies | Introduce the concept of using the local area as a stimulus for creating art. | 1. Discuss different ways to represent Lankill through art.
2. Create a piece of art representing Lankill. 3. Discuss the artwork and the choices made in creating it. |
Discuss the importance of using our local area as inspiration for art. | Assess the artwork for creativity and connection to Lankill. |