JUNIOR & SENIOR CYCLE HISTORY
MS DOORLEY'S
HISTORY NOTES
Transition Year History Resources
History for Transition Year
This page offers free Transition Year history resources specifically aligned with the Irish curriculum. We focus on local history, social change, and the stories that shaped Ireland, providing students with unique perspectives beyond standard textbooks.
Unit 1 – My Place in the Past
Explore personal and local history as a gateway to understanding broader historical narratives and archival research skills.
Unit 2 – The GAA: Sport, Culture, and Identity
Analyse the role of the GAA in shaping Irish cultural identity and its historical significance beyond the field of play.
Unit 3 – Understanding Genocide: The Holocaust and Beyond
Examine the historical context, execution, and remembrance of the Holocaust and other global genocides to promote critical social responsibility.
Unit 4 – The Troubles: The Legacy of Sectarianism and Conflict in Ireland
Investigate the modern conflict in Northern Ireland, focussing on the origins of the Troubles and the ongoing process of peace and reconciliation.
Unit 5 – Children and War: Experience, Survival, and Responsibility
Explore the impact of global conflicts through the eyes of children, examining themes of resilience, civilian experience, and human rights.
Unit 6 – Women, Power, and Institutional Ireland, 1900–2000
Trace the evolution of women's roles in Irish society, focussing on their struggle for power and experiences within national institutions.
Unit 7 – Power, Land, and Loyalty: Feudal Japan c. 1400–1600
Examine the social structure, military code, and political power shifts in feudal Japan, comparing it with European feudal systems.
Unit 8 – Individual Research Project
Develop independent research skills by choosing a historical topic of interest and conducting a detailed enquiry into its significance.
Teacher Resources
Access specialised lesson plans, assessment ideas, and classroom resources designed to support teachers in delivering high-quality TY history content.