Lesson 1: History of Letterkenny Co. Donegal |
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Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: History books, internet access, projector Introduction: Brief introduction about the history of Letterkenny Co. Donegal, focusing on the origin of its name. Development: Activity 1: Research about the history of Letterkenny. Activity 2: Create a timeline of major events in Letterkenny's history. Activity 3: Presentation about the history of the name "Letterkenny". Conclusion: Review of what the children have learned about the history of Letterkenny and its name. Assessment: Assessment of the presentations and timelines created by the children. |
Lesson 2: Notable person from Letterkenny Co. Donegal |
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Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Biography books, internet access Introduction: Brief introduction about a notable person from Letterkenny Co. Donegal. Development: Activity 1: Research about the life and achievements of the notable person. Activity 2: Write a biography of the notable person. Activity 3: Role-play of an interview with the notable person. Conclusion: Review of what the children have learned about the notable person. Assessment: Assessment of the biographies and role-plays created by the children. |
Lesson 3: Geography of Letterkenny Co. Donegal |
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Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Maps, atlases, internet access Introduction: Brief introduction about the geography of Letterkenny Co. Donegal. Development: Activity 1: Identify the rivers, mountains, lakes, and beaches in Letterkenny on a map. Activity 2: Research about the geographical features of Letterkenny. Activity 3: Draw a geographical map of Letterkenny. Conclusion: Review of what the children have learned about the geography of Letterkenny. Assessment: Assessment of the maps and research done by the children. |
Lesson 4: Mapping skills |
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Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Maps, compasses, rulers Introduction: Brief introduction about mapping skills. Development: Activity 1: Practice using a compass and ruler to understand directions and distances on a map. Activity 2: Draw a map of their school or local area. Activity 3: Create a treasure map with directions. Conclusion: Review of what the children have learned about mapping skills. Assessment: Assessment of the maps and directions created by the children. |
Lesson 5: Biodiversity in Letterkenny Co. Donegal |
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Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Field guides, notebooks, pencils, magnifying glasses Introduction: Brief introduction about biodiversity. Development: Activity 1: Explore the local area for different species of plants and animals. Activity 2: Draw or write about the species they found. Activity 3: Discuss ways to protect the local biodiversity. Conclusion: Review of what the children have learned about biodiversity in Letterkenny. Assessment: Assessment of the drawings and writings created by the children. |
Lesson 6: Visual arts inspired by Letterkenny Co. Donegal |
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Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Art supplies Introduction: Brief introduction about using the local area as inspiration for art. Development: Activity 1: Draw or paint a landscape of Letterkenny. Activity 2: Create a collage using natural materials found in the area. Activity 3: Sculpt a landmark from Letterkenny using clay. Conclusion: Review of what the children have created and what they have learned about Letterkenny. Assessment: Assessment of the artworks created by the children. |