Lesson 1: Discovering Wangari Maathai
Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Picture of Wangari Maathai, map of Kenya Introduction: Introduce Wangari Maathai and explain her significance. Development: Discuss where and when she lived, and why she is famous. Conclusion: Reflect on what was learned. Assessment: Ask students to draw or write one thing they learned about Wangari Maathai.
Lesson 2: Exploring Wangari Maathai's Contributions
Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Videos, books, articles about Wangari Maathai Introduction: Recap on Wangari Maathai's life. Development: Explore her contributions to society and culture. Conclusion: Discuss the impact she had on her time and the world. Assessment: Group discussion on how her work has influenced the world.
Lesson 3: Connecting Wangari Maathai to Your Life
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Paper, pens, magazines Introduction: Discuss the relevance of Wangari Maathai's work. Development: Brainstorm ways to apply her principles to daily life. Conclusion: Share personal reflections. Assessment: Ask students to write a short paragraph on how they can be like Wangari Maathai in their own lives.
Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline of Wangari Maathai's Life
Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Large paper, markers, images of key events in her life Introduction: Explain the concept of a timeline. Development: Create a timeline of Wangari Maathai's life and achievements. Conclusion: Present and discuss the timelines. Assessment: Evaluate the accuracy and creativity of the timelines.