Lesson 1: Discovering Padraig Pearse

Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of Padraig Pearse, books or online resources Introduction: Introduce Padraig Pearse as a historical figure and mention that we will be learning about his life and achievements. Development: Show pictures of Padraig Pearse and discuss where and when he lived. Research together to find out what he is famous for. Conclusion: Summarize key points learned about Padraig Pearse. Assessment: Ask students to write down one fact they learned about Padraig Pearse.

Lesson 2: Exploring Padraig Pearse's Contributions

Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Articles or videos on Padraig Pearse's contributions Introduction: Review what was learned about Padraig Pearse in the previous lesson and introduce his contributions. Development: Discuss the impact Pearse had on society and culture. Explore how his work influenced Ireland. Conclusion: Have a class discussion on the significance of Padraig Pearse's contributions. Assessment: Ask students to write a short paragraph about how Padraig Pearse has influenced Ireland.

Lesson 3: Connecting Padraig Pearse to Your Life

Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Paper and markers Introduction: Discuss with the class how Padraig Pearse's life and work can relate to their own lives. Development: Have students draw connections between Pearse's values and their own. Encourage discussion. Conclusion: Reflect on the connections made and share with the class. Assessment: Ask students to write a short reflection on how Pearse's values can be applied to their lives.

Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline of Padraig Pearse

Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Paper, markers, images of Padraig Pearse Introduction: Explain the concept of a timeline and its importance in understanding a person's life. Development: Guide students in creating a timeline of Padraig Pearse's life, including key events. Conclusion: Have students present their timelines to the class and discuss the significance of the events. Assessment: Evaluate the accuracy and completeness of each student's timeline.

Lesson 5: Padraig Pearse's Impact on Education

Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Books or articles on Pearse's educational beliefs Introduction: Discuss Pearse's beliefs on education and its importance. Development: Explore how Pearse's ideas have influenced education in Ireland. Conclusion: Reflect on the impact Pearse has had on the education system. Assessment: Ask students to write a short paragraph on how education has changed due to Pearse's influence.

Lesson 6: Padraig Pearse's Legacy

Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures or videos of memorials dedicated to Pearse Introduction: Discuss the concept of legacy and how Pearse is remembered. Development: Explore various memorials and monuments dedicated to Padraig Pearse. Conclusion: Have a class discussion on the importance of remembering historical figures like Pearse. Assessment: Ask students to create a drawing or poem in memory of Padraig Pearse.