Lesson	Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
1: History of Curryhills Prosperous Co. Kildare	60 minutes	Books on the history of Curryhills, Internet access for research	Discuss what history is and why the history of their local area is important.	Activity 1: Students will research the history of Curryhills and its logainm. Activity 2: Students will present their findings in a creative manner. Activity 3: Engage in a class discussion about the importance of the area's history.	Summarize the key historical events that have shaped Curryhills and discuss why it's important to know our local history.	Assess the student's presentations and participation in class discussion.
2: History lesson about a notable person from the area	60 minutes	Biographies, Internet access	Introduce the notable person from the area and discuss their contributions.	Activity 1: Research about the life of the notable person. Activity 2: Role play as the notable person. Activity 3: Create a timeline of the notable person's life.	Discuss the impact of this person on the local area and why they are remembered today.	Assess the student's understanding through the timeline and role play.
3: Geography of the area	60 minutes	Maps of the area, Internet access	Discuss the geographical features of Curryhills.	Activity 1: Identify the geographical features on a map. Activity 2: Discuss how these features have influenced the area. Activity 3: Create a model of the geographical features using clay or other materials.	Discuss the importance of geography in shaping our local area.	Assess the student's understanding through their model and their ability to identify features on a map.
4: Mapping skills of the area	60 minutes	Maps, pencils, rulers	Discuss what maps are and why they are important.	Activity 1: Identify key features on a map of Curryhills. Activity 2: Draw their own map of the area. Activity 3: Use their map to give directions to different locations in the area.	Discuss the importance of map reading and understanding geographical features.	Assess the student's understanding through their ability to draw and use maps.
5: Biodiversity of the area	60 minutes	Field guides, notebooks, pencils	Discuss what biodiversity is and why it is important.	Activity 1: Identify different plants and animals in the area. Activity 2: Discuss how these species interact with each other. Activity 3: Discuss how we can protect the local biodiversity.	Discuss the importance of biodiversity and conservation.	Assess the student's understanding through their ability to identify species and discuss conservation strategies.
6: Visual arts lesson	60 minutes	Art supplies (paints, brushes, paper etc.)	Discuss how nature and our local area can inspire art.	Activity 1: Sketch a scene from the local area. Activity 2: Paint the scene using watercolors. Activity 3: Discuss their artwork and what inspired them.	Discuss the importance of art in expressing our appreciation for our local area.	Assess the student's understanding through their artwork and their ability to discuss their inspiration.