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History of Peace Symbols From Around the World
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US Grade 7 - 10
Today, one of the most recognizable symbols in the world is the peace symbol. Whether it's the circle with the upside down Y in it or two fingers held up in a V, people everyone recognize this symbol. In this one time class, we will learn about various peace symbols through out history, from the olive branch, the dove, the rainbow, the V symbol, and the easily recognizable peace sign. We will examine their origins, how they have been used throughout history in various cultures, and take a...
Students will learn the meaning behind various symbols of peace.
I have been an educator on Outschool since February of 2018. I have my MBA and MHA, both of which have taught me the value of conducting research and asking questions. I have a passion for history and learning. You can usually find me in the middle of 2-3 books or watching a documentary.
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Many peace symbols came about during moments of conflict or protest. All discussions will be held at an age appropriate level. There may be some Youtube videos that are seen during this class. I will share my screen and learners will not need to access them on their own.
Some of the sources that will be used in this class are, but not limited to: Smithsonian National Geographic Britannica History Press https://www.thehistorypress.co.uk/articles/peace-symbols-through-history/ CNN https://www.cnn.com/style/article/style-origins-peace-symbol/index.html World Atlas https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/peace-symbols-from-around-the-world.html Parent Circle https://www.parentcircle.com/peace-symbols-from-around-the-world-that-kids-should-know/article
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Group Class
$10
per classMeets once
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-10 learners per class