Halloween Superstitions: History and Traditions
In this one time course, students will learn about some of the common superstitions associated with Halloween, and the histories behind them.
Brooke W
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Have you ever wondered why we light Jack-O-Lanterns, go bobbing for apples, or wear costumes to Trick or Treat? In this class, we will be going over some of the common superstitions of Halloween, and the historical reasons behind them. This will be a primarily lecture-based class, with students getting the opportunity to share some of their traditional Halloween traditions they celebrate with their families towards the end of class. Students will also be provided with a crossword puzzle they can solve using answers from the lecture. *Students do not need any historical knowledge of Halloween, but should be familiar with the holiday as a whole. Please read the parental guidance section before enrolling. All students must have a working camera and microphone.**
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the history behind Halloween traditions and superstitions.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will discuss ghosts, witches, outdated gender concepts (related to witches in the Dark Ages), and Celtic and Pagan festivals such as "The Devil's Night" and Samhain. Students will hear general references to the Devil in the historical stories and superstitions.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 28 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-12 learners per class
