Celebrating Samhain: Halloween Folklore and Traditions
This class will look at the origins of Halloween and the myth, folklore, and traditions that are part of this fascinating holiday.
jeremy freeman
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4.9
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Why do children dress in costumes and go door-to-door saying “trick-or-treat”? Why do we carve pumpkins with candles set inside? What are bonfires a common Halloween tradition? Why do children bob for apples? In this class students will be introduced to the history of Halloween and its origins in pagan belief and ritual. In this class we will discuss the Celtic festival of Samhain which provided the framework of our modern holiday. We will also cover Roman and Slavic contributions to the celebration of the holiday. Topics include: Origin of Halloween The Celtic Celebration of Samhain Roman Contributions to Halloween Traditions Origin of the Jack-o-Lantern Slavic myths and traditions Kikimora Vampires Baba Yaga Dullahan Witches and Sorcerers Shapeshifters
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the ancient traditions that have been passed down to our modern celebration of Halloween.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Class material will include images of tombs and human skeletal remains.
Supply List
cardstock
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Forests of the Vampire
Joined September, 2017
4.9
124reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Heidelberg University
I am a professional archaeologist for over 20 years that has worked at sites throughout the United States and the world. I am currently the tribal archaeologist for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. I also teach archaeology/anthropology classes at Sitting Bull College and am a historic interpretive guide at On-A-Slant Mandan Indian Village at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in Mandan, North Dakota. I have been engaged in teaching youth about the science of archaeology since AD 2000.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
90 min
Completed by 84 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-18 learners per class
