Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: History of Spital-Land Limerick 60 minutes History books, internet access, projector Begin with a brief introduction about Ireland and its counties, specifically Limerick. Discuss the importance of knowing the history of our place. Activity 1: Show a short documentary about the history of Spital-Land Limerick.
Activity 2: Group discussion about the documentary.
Activity 3: Research about the logainm of Spital-Land Limerick.
Summarize the key points about the history of Spital-Land Limerick and its logainm. Short quiz about the lesson.
Lesson 2: Notable Person from the Area 60 minutes Biography books, internet access Discuss the significance of knowing about notable persons from our area. Activity 1: Introduce a notable person from Limerick.
Activity 2: Show a short video about the life and contributions of the notable person.
Activity 3: Group activity to create a timeline of the notable person's life.
Summarize the contributions of the notable person to the area and to Ireland. Short report about the notable person.
Lesson 3: Natural Geography of the Area 60 minutes Geography books, maps, internet access Introduce the natural geography of Spital-Land Limerick. Activity 1: Discuss the natural features of the area such as rivers, mountains, etc.
Activity 2: Show pictures of these features.
Activity 3: Create a physical model of the geography of the area.
Summarize the importance of the natural geography of the area. Group presentation about their model.
Lesson 4: Mapping Skills 60 minutes Maps, markers, rulers Discuss the importance of maps and mapping skills. Activity 1: Show a map of Spital-Land Limerick.
Activity 2: Discuss the features of the map.
Activity 3: Group activity to create their own map of the area.
Summarize the importance of maps and good mapping skills. Group presentation of their map.
Lesson 5: Biodiversity in the Area 60 minutes Books about local plants and animals, internet access Discuss the concept of biodiversity and its importance. Activity 1: Discuss the different plants and animals in Spital-Land Limerick.
Activity 2: Show pictures of these plants and animals.
Activity 3: Discuss ways to protect the local biodiversity.
Summarize the importance of biodiversity and the need to protect it. Short essay about the importance of biodiversity and how they can help protect it.
Lesson 6: Visual Arts 60 minutes Art materials (paint, brushes, canvas, etc.) Discuss the use of local area as a stimulus for art. Activity 1: Show examples of art that use local areas as inspiration.
Activity 2: Discuss these artworks.
Activity 3: Create their own artwork inspired by Spital-Land Limerick.
Summarize the importance of art and how it can be inspired by our surroundings. Artwork presentation and critique.