Discover the Ancient World - History and Art Full Course
This whole year history class is a passport to the ancient world! Each week, we'll jet off to a newpart of the ancient world, and learn about ancient civilizations. After our lesson, we will complete a historically themed art project.
Britain Earl, Historian, Artist, Lawyer
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(545)
What's included
32 live meetings
26 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. There is no assigned homework.Assessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
In this class, we'll dive deep into the fascinating lives of ancient people, exploring their customs, beliefs, and achievements through engaging videos and lively discussions. But that's not all! To make learning even more fun, we'll transform history into art with hands-on projects inspired by each week's theme. With step-by-step directed drawing and plenty of creative freedom, learners will bring history to life with their own masterpieces. Whether they're crafting a Roman helmet or painting a hieroglyphic, they'll develop a deeper appreciation for the past while building essential skills like critical thinking and problem-solving. Get ready for a journey that's as educational as it is entertaining!
Learning Goals
Students will gain an understanding of ancient world history and have a completed portfolio of relevant art projects when finished with the class.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum32 Lessons
over 32 WeeksLesson 1:
Nomadic tribes and cave painting
Travel back in time to meet early humans and explore their amazing cave paintings. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Ancient Egypt: Upper and Lower Kingdom
How did the early Egyptians organize themselves, and how did they eventually form one kingdom? We will draw a map of early Egypt. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Ancient Writing
Crack the code of ancient writing systems like Sumerian cuneiform and Egyptian hieroglyphics. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Ancient Mythology
Learn how the ancient Egyptians believed the world worked. We will explore the mythological family tree of Egyptian gods and goddesses, Then you will draw ypur favorite one. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Time Travel Journal: Keep a sketchbook or notebook for your drawing, so you create a travel log of your adventures through time!
Art Supplies: Unleash your creativity with crayons, colored pencils, markers, paints, or anything you have at home.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
History of the World Map by Map (DK History Map by Map)
by DK, 2023
History Year by Year: The History of the World, from the Stone Age to the Digital Age (DK Children's Year by Year)
by DK , 2013
https://www.britannica.com/place/Mesopotamia-historical-region-Asia
Captivating History "History of India: A Captivating Guide to Ancient India, Medieval Indian History, and Modern India Including Stories of the Mauryan Empire, the British ... Gandhi, and More (Exploring India’s Past)"
Chin, Linlin. "A Short History of China: A Concise Journey Through China's Fascinating History" Independently Published
Joined January, 2020
4.9
545reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate
Doctoral Degree from Chapman University School of Law
I studied history with an emphasis in art history as an undergraduate at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In order to further my undestanding of world history, studied abroad in both London and Paris, travelling extensively through Europe to see historical sites personally. My love of history and geo-political issues led me to recieve a doctorate in law. Additionally, I have increased my learning of the power of art for both memory and healing by earning a certificate in therepeudic art .
As a history major, I often found the course material dry and lifeless. But as I connected world historical events to art and art history, the subject began to come alive. I hope to offer that connection to my students. Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $576 for 32 classes1x per week, 32 weeks
50 min
Completed by 93 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
3-9 learners per class
