Lesson 1: Introduction to Máire Geoghegan-Quinn
Time Allocation: 45 minutes
Resources Needed: Pictures of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, whiteboard, markers
Introduction: Introduce Máire Geoghegan-Quinn as an inspirational woman from Ireland. Explain the objectives of the lesson.
Development: Show pictures of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn and discuss where and when she lived. Discuss her achievements and why she is famous.
Conclusion: Summarize key points about Máire Geoghegan-Quinn. Encourage students to think about what they find inspiring about her.
Assessment: Ask students to draw a picture of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn and write one fact they learned about her.
Lesson 2: Contributions of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn
Time Allocation: 50 minutes
Resources Needed: Biographical information on Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, art supplies
Introduction: Recap previous lesson on Máire Geoghegan-Quinn. Explain the impact she had on society and culture.
Development: Discuss Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's contributions to society and culture. Have students create a poster highlighting her achievements.
Conclusion: Present posters and discuss the collective impact of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's work. Encourage students to think about how they can make a positive impact.
Assessment: Evaluate the posters based on accuracy and creativity.
Lesson 3: Connecting Máire Geoghegan-Quinn to Your Life
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Resources Needed: Paper, pencils, markers
Introduction: Discuss ways in which Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's life and achievements can be connected to the students' lives.
Development: Have students write a short paragraph about how they can be inspired by Máire Geoghegan-Quinn in their own lives.
Conclusion: Share some of the students' reflections. Encourage a discussion on the importance of role models.
Assessment: Review the students' paragraphs for relevance and understanding.
Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's Life
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Timeline template, pictures of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, markers
Introduction: Explain the concept of a timeline and its importance in understanding history.
Development: Have students work in groups to create a timeline of Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's life, including key events.
Conclusion: Present and discuss the timelines. Highlight the significant events in Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's life.
Assessment: Evaluate the timelines based on accuracy and sequencing of events.