Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
1: History of Stoneparks |
60 mins |
Books, Internet, Maps |
Introduce the history of Stoneparks Ballymote Co. Sligo, focusing on the logainm of the placename. |
- Research activity on the history of Stoneparks.
- Group discussion on findings.
- Creating a timeline of significant events in Stoneparks history.
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Review the timeline and discuss the importance of understanding local history. |
Assess the timeline and participation in group discussion. |
2: Notable Person |
60 mins |
Biographies, Internet |
Introduce a notable person from the area. |
- Research activity on the notable person.
- Presentation on the life and achievements of the person.
- Role-play activity based on the notable person's life.
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Reflect on the notable person's contributions to the local community. |
Assess the presentation and participation in role-play activity. |
3: Geography |
60 mins |
Maps, Internet |
Introduce the natural geography of Stoneparks. |
- Field trip to observe natural features of the area.
- Group discussion on the geographical features observed.
- Creating a geographical model of Stoneparks.
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Review the geographical model and discuss the importance of geographical features. |
Assess the geographical model and participation in group discussion. |
4: Mapping |
60 mins |
Maps, Compasses |
Introduce mapping skills and the area of Stoneparks. |
- Activity on reading and interpreting maps.
- Group activity to create a map of Stoneparks.
- Navigation activity using the created map.
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Review the maps created and discuss the importance of mapping skills. |
Assess the maps created and participation in mapping activities. |
5: Biodiversity |
60 mins |
Field guides, Magnifying glasses |
Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. |
- Field trip to observe biodiversity in Stoneparks.
- Group activity to identify and classify species.
- Discussion on ways to protect local biodiversity.
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Reflect on the importance of biodiversity and discuss students' ideas for protection. |
Assess understanding of biodiversity and participation in activities. |
6: Visual Arts |
60 mins |
Art materials |
Introduce visual arts and the local area as an inspiration. |
- Field trip for sketching or photographing local landscapes.
- Art project to create a piece inspired by the local area.
- Art exhibition of students' works.
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Reflect on the art created and discuss the importance of local inspiration. |
Assess the art created and participation in art activities. |
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