| Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
| 1. History of Quilty East Quilty Co. Clare |
60 mins |
Books, Internet, Local history resources |
Introduction to the history of the area, focusing on the logainm of the placename. |
1. Research and discuss the origin of the placename. 2. Create a timeline of significant events in the area. 3. Compare the area's history with another area's history. |
Summary of the history discovered and potential impacts to the area today. |
Quiz on the history of the area |
| 2. Notable Person |
60 mins |
Books, Internet, Local history resources |
Introduction to a notable person from the area or nearby. |
1. Research the person's life and contributions. 2. Discuss the person's impact on the area. 3. Role-play an interview with the person. |
Summary of the person's life and contributions. |
Presentation on the notable person |
| 3. Geography of the Area |
60 mins |
Maps, Internet, Local geography resources |
Introduction to the natural geography of the area. |
1. Discuss and explore the area's rivers, mountains, lakes, beaches, etc. 2. Create a physical model or drawing of the area. 3. Discuss the impact of these features on the area. |
Summary of the geography of the area and its impact on the local community. |
Quiz on the geography of the area |
| 4. Mapping Skills |
60 mins |
Maps, Internet, Local geography resources |
Introduction to mapping skills and the importance of mapping. |
1. Identify key landmarks on a map of the area. 2. Draw their own map of the area. 3. Use map symbols to represent different features. |
Summary of the importance of maps and how to read them. |
Assessment of their own map and their ability to identify key features |
| 5. Biodiversity |
60 mins |
Internet, Local biodiversity resources |
Introduction to biodiversity and its importance. |
1. Explore the local area for biodiversity. 2. Discuss and brainstorm ideas for protecting the local biodiversity. 3. Create a poster advocating for biodiversity protection in the area. |
Summary of the importance of biodiversity and their role in protecting it. |
Presentation of their poster and their understanding of biodiversity |
| 6. Visual Arts |
60 mins |
Art supplies, Local area photos or real life views |
Introduction to using the local area as a stimulus for creating art. |
1. Sketch or paint a scene from the local area. 2. Create a sculpture inspired by the local area. 3. Create a collage using natural materials from the area. |
Summary of their art piece and what inspired them. |
Assessment of their art piece and their understanding of the inspiration |
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