Brugklas_Unit 2_Scotland

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo k
• Leerjaar 1

Goal of today

At the end of the lesson, you will have a basic understanding of Scotland and the Scottish Highlands, including their geography, and culture.

What do you already know about Scotland?

 Introduction to Scotland

Scotland is a country located in the northern part of the United Kingdom. It is known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture.

The name Caledonia has often been applied to Scotland, especially in poetry.

Facts

Scotland is often called The Highlands, or Caledonia(poetry)

The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh.

The largest city in Scotland is Glasglow

The Scottish Highlands

The Scottish Highlands is a region in Scotland that covers the northern two-thirds of the country. It is characterized by rugged mountains (ruige bergen), deep lochs, and beautiful glens.

Loch = scottisch name (lake/meer)

Glen = scottisch name (valley/vallei)

Geography

The Scottish Highlands are dominated by mountain ranges such as the Cairngorms and the Grampians. It is also home to the famous Loch Ness, known for its mythical creature, the Loch Ness Monster.

Bergketens

Outdoor Activities

 It is a paradise for adventure seekers and nature lovers.

What kind of outdoor activities
do you think Scotland has?

Drag the right activity to the picture.

Hiking

Fishing

Mountaineering

Culture and Traditions

The Scottish Highlands have a rich cultural heritage, with traditional music, dance, and storytelling playing an important role. The iconic kilt, bagpipes, and tartan patterns are also associated with Scottish culture.

Wildlife

Take a look at some animals that are common in Scotland.

 

Red deer, golden eagles, otters, and seals. 

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.

Why is the unicorn Scotland's national animal?

 The unicorn is a symbol of power, innocence, and purity in Celtic mythology, symbolizing the characteristics of the Scottish nation.

https://www.edarabia.com/scotland/public-holidays/

ALL RIGHT Unit 2_2.2 Listening