Life in Medieval Ireland · 500 AD to 1500 AD
The Early Christian Monastery
Life in places like Glendalough and Skellig Michael, focusing on the work of monks.
Key Questions
- 1Why did monks choose to live in such isolated and difficult places?
- 2How were manuscripts like the Book of Kells created without modern tools?
- 3What role did monasteries play in the wider community of early Ireland?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - Early people and ancient societiesNCCA: Primary - Continuity and change over time
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: Exploring Our Past: From Stone Age Ireland to Ancient Civilizations
Unit: Life in Medieval Ireland
Period: 500 AD to 1500 AD
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