Lesson 1: ```

Time Allocation	1 Hour
Resources Needed	History books, internet access for research
Introduction	Discussion on the history of Oldcastle, Co. Meath and its name origins.
Development	1. Group discussion on the history of Oldcastle. 2. Research activity on history and the origin of the place name. 3. Presentation of findings to the class.
Conclusion	Summary of the history and origin of the name Oldcastle.
Assessment	Group presentations and participation in class discussion.

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Time Allocation	1 Hour
Resources Needed	Books on notable people, internet access for research
Introduction	Discussion on notable people from or near Oldcastle, Co. Meath.
Development	1. Group discussion on chosen notable person. 2. Research activity on the notable person's life and achievements. 3. Presentation of findings to the class.
Conclusion	Summary of the notable person's life and their contributions to the community.
Assessment	Group presentations and participation in class discussion.

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Time Allocation	1 Hour
Resources Needed	Geography books, maps, internet access
Introduction	Discussion on the natural geography of Oldcastle, Co. Meath.
Development	1. Exploration of the natural geography of the area using maps and books. 2. Group discussion on the geographical features of the area. 3. Creation of a model or diagram of the area's geography.
Conclusion	Summary of the geography of Oldcastle and its main natural features.
Assessment	Creation of geography models and participation in class discussion.

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Time Allocation	1 Hour
Resources Needed	Maps of Oldcastle, markers, rulers
Introduction	Introduction to mapping skills and importance of maps.
Development	1. Practice reading and interpreting maps of Oldcastle. 2. Mapping exercise creating their own map of Oldcastle. 3. Presentation of their maps to the class.
Conclusion	Summary of the importance of maps and how to read them.
Assessment	Creation of their own maps and participation in class discussion.

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Time Allocation	1 Hour
Resources Needed	Books on biodiversity, notepads, pencils
Introduction	Discussion on biodiversity and why it is important to protect it.
Development	1. Exploration of the local area for signs of biodiversity. 2. Discussion on how to protect the biodiversity of the area. 3. Creation of a plan to help protect the biodiversity of Oldcastle.
Conclusion	Summary of the importance of biodiversity and how we can help protect it.
Assessment	Creation of biodiversity protection plans and participation in discussion.

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Time Allocation	1 Hour
Resources Needed	Art supplies of various mediums
Introduction	Discussion on how the local area can inspire art.
Development	1. Exploration of the local area for artistic inspiration. 2. Creation of artwork inspired by the local area. 3. Presentation of their artwork to the class.
Conclusion	Summary of how the local area can inspire creativity and art.
Assessment	Creation of artwork and participation in class discussion.

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