| Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. History of Dublin | 1 Hour | History books, Maps, Internet | Introduction to the history of Dublin and its name origin |
1. Discussion about the origin of the name Dublin 2. Presentation on the history of Dublin 3. Group work: create a timeline of important events in Dublin's history |
Review the history and understanding of the origin of Dublin's name | Quiz on the history of Dublin |
| 2. Notable Person from Dublin: James Joyce | 1 Hour | Biography of James Joyce, Internet | Introduction to James Joyce and his life in Dublin |
1. Reading a part of Joyce's biography 2. Presentation on the life and works of James Joyce 3. Group work: create a storyboard of James Joyce's life |
Review the life and contribution of James Joyce to Dublin and literature | Write a short essay on James Joyce |
| 3. Geography of Dublin | 1 Hour | Maps, Internet, field trip permission if possible | Introduction to the physical geography of Dublin |
1. Presentation on the physical features of Dublin 2. Discussion about the rivers, mountains, and beaches in Dublin 3. If possible, a field trip to a nearby physical feature |
Review physical geography of Dublin | Quiz on the physical geography of Dublin |
| 4. Mapping Skills | 1 Hour | Maps of Dublin, colored pencils | Introduction to mapping skills |
1. Discussion on how to read a map 2. Practice reading a map of Dublin 3. Individual work: draw a map of Dublin from memory |
Review mapping skills | Assess the drawn maps of Dublin |
| 5. Biodiversity | 1 Hour | Internet, Field trip to a local park or garden | Introduction to biodiversity |
1. Presentation on the biodiversity in Dublin 2. Discussion about the importance of biodiversity 3. If possible, a field trip to a local park or garden to observe biodiversity |
Review the importance of biodiversity | Write a short essay on biodiversity in Dublin |
| 6. Art: Dublin as Inspiration | 1 Hour | Art supplies: paper, pencils, paint, etc. | Introduction to using the local area as inspiration for art |
1. Discussion about how Dublin can be used as inspiration 2. Individual work: create a piece of art inspired by Dublin 3. Group work: create a class mural inspired by Dublin |
Review the art created | Assess the art created |