Michéal Coughlan
- Subject(s):
- Science, History, Geography
- Curriculum Strands:
- Story (History), Local Studies (History), Early people and ancient societies (History), Life, society, work and culture in the past (History), Eras of change and conflict (History), Continuity and change over time (History), Human environments (Geography), Natural environments (Geography), Environmental awareness and care (Geography/Science), Living things (Science)
- Counties catered for:
- Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Kerry, Leitrim, Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo
- Classes catered for:
- All Classes
Michéal was born a farm in rural Ireland and has had an innate affinity with nature, local history and the environment from an early age. He has also lived in some world cities and understands the importance of urban green spaces, industrial and historical heritage.
With his Biology Degree and previous life experiences (as a travel writer, hiker and journalist etc.) Michéal has garnered a wealth of knowledge and understanding across a wide range of areas - Nature, Biodiversity, the Environment, History and Geography.
Michéal is a great believer in the power of storytelling to engage children and young adults by making it fun and participatory. He takes a more holistic view of school’s local area and likes to get pupils to appreciate their own environment and locale from a nature, geographical and overall heritage perspective. I
Michéal is also a qualified Leave No Trace Awareness Trainer and has a Post Graduate Diploma in Design Thinking for Sustainability.
Testimonials
"Would highly recommend to anyone - Micheal was able to engage all children in the activities - he was brilliant." - St Eunans NS, Donegal
"Delighted Micheal came - he was flexible- had materials ready so that despite bad weather in the middle of the day an environment lesson could take place anyway" - St Kevin’s BNS, Dublin
"Michéal imparted his wealth of knowledge on biodiversity and wildlife to the children in a relaxed, easy manner. He is a great storyteller. They, along with the teachers learned a lot which will stay with them for years to come." - St Pius X BNS, Dublin
"Fantastic day very well delivered. Children really enjoyed the experience." - Scoil na Carraige, Donegal
Additional Information
- Provides in-person visits
- Caters for special needs
- Provides practical/hands-on activities
- Provides field trips
Contact Details
- Mobile:
- 087 627 0367
- Email:
- leavenotracemicheal@gmail.com