Lesson 1: Introduction to "Zombie" by The Cranberries

Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Audio clip of "Zombie", projector, internet access, whiteboard, markers Introduction: (10 minutes) Begin by asking students if they have heard of the song "Zombie" or the band The Cranberries. Play a short clip of the song. Development: (20 minutes) Discuss where and when the song was released (1994, Ireland). Explain its popularity, touching on its relevance to the political climate of the time (The Troubles in Northern Ireland). Show images and videos related to that period. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Summarize the key points about the song's release and popularity. Ask students to share their thoughts on why they think the song was popular. Assessment: (5 minutes) Quick Q&A to gauge understanding of the song's release date, origin, and its popularity.

Lesson 2: Exploring The Cranberries' Contributions

Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Internet access, projector, whiteboard, markers, printed articles Introduction: (10 minutes) Recap the previous lesson. Introduce The Cranberries as a band, mentioning members and their origins. Development: (20 minutes) Discuss the band's contributions to society and culture. Show clips of interviews and articles about their impact. Highlight how their music addressed social and political issues. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Summarize the band's influence and contributions. Ask students to reflect on how music can impact society. Assessment: (5 minutes) Group discussion: "How did The Cranberries influence their time and the world?"

Lesson 3: Learning the Lyrics of "Zombie"

Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Printed lyrics, audio clip, projector, whiteboard, markers Introduction: (5 minutes) Recap the song and its meaning. Distribute printed lyrics to the students. Development: (25 minutes) Play the song and follow along with the lyrics. Break down the song verse by verse, discussing the meaning and pronunciation of difficult words. Practice singing along. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Sing the chorus together as a class. Encourage students to practice the lyrics at home. Assessment: (5 minutes) Quick oral quiz on key lyrics and their meanings.

Lesson 4: Timeline of The Cranberries' Career

Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Internet access, projector, whiteboard, markers, paper, pencils Introduction: (5 minutes) Introduce the concept of a timeline. Show an example of a simple timeline. Development: (25 minutes) Research key events in The Cranberries' career (formation, album releases, major tours, significant events). Students will work in groups to create a timeline on paper. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Each group presents their timeline to the class. Assessment: (5 minutes) Review the timelines for accuracy and completeness.

Lesson 5: Impact of "Zombie" on Society

Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Internet access, projector, whiteboard, markers, printed articles Introduction: (5 minutes) Briefly recap the song "Zombie" and its context. Development: (25 minutes) Discuss the impact of the song on society. Show articles and videos about its reception and influence. Highlight any awards or recognitions the song received. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Summarize the song's impact on society. Ask students to reflect on how music can bring about change. Assessment: (5 minutes) Group discussion: "What impact do you think 'Zombie' had on people?"

Lesson 6: Performance Preparation

Time allocation: 40 minutes Resources needed: Printed lyrics, audio clip, projector, whiteboard, markers Introduction: (5 minutes) Recap the lyrics of "Zombie". Explain that the class will perform the song. Development: (25 minutes) Practice singing the song as a class. Focus on pronunciation, rhythm, and expression. Break into smaller groups to practice specific parts. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Perform the song together as a class. Discuss areas for improvement. Assessment: (5 minutes) Peer feedback on the performance. Discuss strengths and areas for improvement.