An Gorta Mór STAIR Presentation do Rang 5–6 OSIE

Overview
A complete PowerPoint on the Great Famine in Ireland. Clear pupil friendly wording while keeping the full story and key facts.

Content
Explains the potato blight and why so many depended on the potato. Looks at work schemes with low pay, evictions from homes, workhouses, and soup kitchens. Covers Robert Peel and the maize called Peel’s Brimstone, its problems, and why it did not solve the hunger. Follows emigration on coffin ships and the impact on families. Finishes with the effect on population and how Ireland changed.

Class Level
Rang 5–6

Teaching Focus
Built in prompts for discussion and short reflection. Supports historical vocabulary and comprehension.