| Lesson start ideas | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Geography |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| What topic | Voluntary migration |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Welcome to our geography lesson on voluntary migration! Today, we're going to embark on an exciting journey around the world in 80 days. We'll be exploring different cultures and learning about the reasons why people choose to leave their homes and migrate to new countries.
Let's begin our lesson with a fun activity. Take a piece of paper and pen, and draw a picture of your dream destination. It could be a place you've always wanted to visit or a country you've heard about from your family or friends. Once you're done, share your drawings with the class and explain why you want to visit that place.
Now that we've warmed up, let's dive into today's topic: Voluntary Migration. Voluntary migration is when people choose to leave their homes and move to a new country for better opportunities, such as a better job or lifestyle. It's important to note that the decision to migrate is made voluntarily, and not by force.
Let's explore some examples of voluntary migration. Have any of you ever heard of the term "brain drain"? It's when highly educated people, such as doctors and engineers, leave their country to work in another country with better job opportunities or higher salaries. Another example is when families move to a new country for a better quality of life, such as access to better healthcare or education.
In conclusion, voluntary migration can have both positive and negative impacts on individuals and their home and host countries. It's important to understand the reasons why people migrate and how it affects the world around us. Today, we've only touched the surface of this topic, but I hope we've sparked your curiosity to learn more. Let's continue our journey around the world in our next lesson!