| Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| History of Tomgraney Co. Clare V94 VAK3 | 1 hour | Books on local history, maps, interactive whiteboard | Introduce the history of Tomgraney Co. Clare V94 VAK3 and the meaning of the placename. | Activity 1: Group reading about the history. Activity 2: Discussion about the placename. Activity 3: Interactive map exploration. |
Summarize the historical significance of Tomgraney and the meaning of the placename. | Quiz on the history and placename meaning. |
| Notable Person from the Area | 1 hour | Brian Boru biography, pictures, interactive whiteboard | Introduce Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland, who was from Killaloe near Tomgraney. | Activity 1: Reading a short biography of Brian Boru. Activity 2: Discussion about his contribution to history. Activity 3: Artistic representation of Brian Boru. |
Summarize the life and achievements of Brian Boru. | Short essay on Brian Boru's contribution to Irish history. |
| Natural Geography of the Area | 1 hour | Maps, pictures of local geographical features, interactive whiteboard | Introduce the geographical features of Tomgraney and its surroundings. | Activity 1: Identify geographical features on a map. Activity 2: Discussion about the importance of these features. Activity 3: Create a drawing of a chosen geographical feature. |
Summarize the geographical features and their significance. | Quiz on the geographical features of Tomgraney. |
| Mapping Skills | 1 hour | Blank maps, pencils, markers | Introduce the concept of mapping and its importance in geography. | Activity 1: Identify key features on a map of Tomgraney. Activity 2: Create their own map of Tomgraney. Activity 3: Compare their maps with the actual map. |
Discuss the importance of accuracy in mapping. | Evaluation of their own maps. |
| Biodiversity of the Area | 1 hour | Pictures of local flora and fauna, interactive whiteboard | Introduce the concept of biodiversity and its importance. | Activity 1: Identify different species in Tomgraney. Activity 2: Discuss their roles in the ecosystem. Activity 3: Brainstorm ways to protect local biodiversity. |
Summarize the importance of biodiversity and the need to protect it. | Quiz on the identified species and their roles in the ecosystem. |
| Visual Arts Inspired by the Area | 1 hour | Art supplies, pictures of Tomgraney | Introduce the concept of using local surroundings as inspiration for art. | Activity 1: Draw or paint a picture inspired by Tomgraney. Activity 2: Discuss their artwork in the class. Activity 3: Display their artwork in the classroom. |
Discuss how the local area can provide inspiration for art. | Evaluation of their artwork and how it represents Tomgraney. |