What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This is a one time class where we take a virtual trip to France. When I think about learning about history, culture, geography -- these social studies activities -- there’s no better way to learn this stuff than to travel to these places. In this class we’ll be planning a trip to the French capital of Paris. Paris! The City of Lights! We'll tour the Eiffel Tower and learn about Gustave Eiffel. We'll explore Notre Dame Cathedral and learn about flying buttresses and French Gothic Architecture. Students will be introduced to historical figures like Marie Antoinette and Napoleon. We'll discuss French culture and cuisine and imagine what it's like to spend a day touring the galleries of The Louvre followed by eating crepes while strolling French gardens. I lead an interactive class that engages the students and encourages them to participate, but it's also okay for students to just sit back and listen. I'll share photos and we'll review maps with the goal that all students would be able to identify France on a map, as well as some understanding of France's neighbors and position in Europe. I’m passionate about introducing kids to the world around them and sparking that interest. I’m a world traveler myself having traveled or lived in seventeen different countries so far. France is a country I have visited. I love France and love sharing this amazing country with students! This class is similar to a class I’ve offered in my home for a group of local homeschoolers for a number of years. It’s hugely popular with these kids, and I know your kids will love it too!
Learning Goals
This is a one-time class similar in structure to my Journey Around the World Social Studies Class. This class focuses specifically on France and we will explore France first through planning a trip to Paris.
Students will develop a good understanding of global geography, historic trade routes, political ties and colonization.
The goal is that student could identify France on a map and understand it's place in the European Community.
Students will learn key:
1. People
2. Places
3. Things
in French history and culture.
This is a true social studies course in how it is interdisciplinary. We cover geography, history, culture, religion, political structures, natural wonders and wildlife, foods. What would you want to do if you went to Rio de Janeiro or Tokyo or the Gobi Desert? These will be the things we talk about as we go to those places. Over time, the kids will be exposed to lots of different cultures, religions, political structures. They'll have a sense for where these places are in the world. They'll learn tips and clues for finding different places on a map. In this class, we will focus on France and French history, geography, and culture.
Additionally, a goal with this class is to inspire a love for different places and cultures around the world and to encourage a curiosity to explore and learn about the world.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents, please note this class is designed for kids ages 10-14. I have a separate section of this class for younger students, ages 6-9. If you have a younger student, you are free to enroll them in either class. Just be aware that this section is designed for kids ages 10-14.
Supply List
I provide a worksheet before class that students can fill in as we go along. I also provide additional notes after class with more information and links to related articles and videos.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
We live in a big and fascinating world and one of my goals with my classes is to help kids develop an interest and appreciation for the world around them and different cultures. My classes draw from my own experiences as a world traveler. I've visited and lived abroad in seventeen countries -- and I have visited France. Much of what we do in my classes is the same type of research I would do on a destination before I would travel to that country. I'm also the former deputy director of the historic home of President Ronald Reagan and in 2010 was a candidate for United States Congress.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 123 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-15 learners per class