Escape From Alcatraz
In this exciting escape room, learners will relive the infamous 1962 escape from Alcatraz by collecting objects, finding clues and working together to break out of America’s most notorious prison.
tags: history, role playing, mystery
Cera Ward, SLDS
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(131)
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What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
In this historical escape room, learners will recreate the infamous 1962 Alcatraz prison escape by taking on the role of the inmates. We will begin by watching a short video that provides history and context as well as sets the stage for the escape. Next, learners will explore different areas of the prison to collect objects and information. Then they will come together as a team to share what they have found and form an escape plan. Finally, learners will be presented with a series of obstacles and challenges that they will need to overcome using only the resources that were actually available to the prisoners at the time. Using creativity, ingenuity and problem solving skills, learners will have to figure out how to escape, before it’s too late!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class discusses real historical events that may not be suitable for some learners. While care has been taken to keep the class age-appropriate, there are some mentions of death and violence. Specifically, references to prisoners and guards who have died during past escape attempts.
Supply List
A one-page PDF will be posted in the classroom upon enrollment. Please print this out before class.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2021
4.9
131reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there! My name is Cera (sounds like "Sarah"), and I am a highly experienced teacher with a passion for education and learning. I am a certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist and have completed coursework towards a Master's in Education with a focus on teaching multiple subjects to students in grades K-8.
I have been working in the field of education for the past ten years, and have a wealth of experience teaching reading and writing, as well as English as a second language. I have worked with students from elementary to middle school, both in the classroom and online, and have over five years of experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in English Language Arts.
In addition to my expertise in reading and writing, I am also interested in using storytelling and elements of game design to make learning more engaging and interactive. I love to create escape rooms and other types of mysteries, treasure hunts, and games that inspire learners to think critically and creatively.
In all of my classes, I aim to develop skills in communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, and strive to create learning experiences that are both challenging and fun. Whether it's an escape room or a book club, I believe that learning should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, and I look forward to sharing that experience with your learners!
In my free time I love to read, crochet, decorate cookies and look for tiny doors hidden in trees.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 65 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-4 learners per class
