Halloween! Inspired by Hocus Pocus- Truths & Myths of Halloween, Salem & Witches
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this Hocus Pocus-inspired class, learners will discover the truths and the myths behind the characters and setting of the movies Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2. At the beginning of class, the learners and teacher will have an introductory discussion about the movie. Visuals and pictures will be used in class to create discussion. Then, learners will be presented with different characters, themes, settings and other details from the story. Then, the learners will decide which parts they think are based in fact, which are a myth, and which are false. After some discussion, the teacher will present the facts and encourage further discussion. This will repeat for each topic within the class. Below are some topics that will be covered in the class: **Salem, MA - This is the setting of both movies. Is this a real place? What was it like in the 1600s, and what is like now? What are some historical events that have happened there? **Sanderson Sisters - Were they real characters? Are their characters historically accurate? Who were the real witches of Salem? **History of Halloween - In the first movie, there’s a dispute between two characters about the origins of Halloween. Who is correct? Was it made up by the candy companies, or is it based on Hallow’s Eve? What is Hallow’s Eve? **Puritans/Settlers of Salem, MA - Who were the first people to settle in Salem, MA, and who are the Puritans? **Witchcraft in the 1600s and the hysteria around the Salem Witch Trials This class is best for any student ages 8 to 14 who has watched the Disney movies Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2. This class will be discussing themes, characters and settings relating to the movies Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2, which both have an official rating of PG. This class may include the Salem Witch Trials and the witches who were killed/hanged during that period. This may be a sensitive topic for some learners. Also, please note that we will NOT be watching the movie or clips of the movie during this class. The class materials will be presented via Google Slides and screen shared on the teacher's screen only. During class, learners will need nothing outside of the Outschool Zoom classroom.
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Parental Guidance
This class will be discussing themes, characters and settings relating to the Disney movies Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2, which both have an official rating of PG. This class may include the Salem Witch Trials and the witches who were killed/hanged during that period. This may be a sensitive topic for some learners. Also, please note that we will NOT be watching the movie or clips of the movie during this class. The class materials will be presented via Google Slides and screen shared on the teacher's screen only. During class, learners will need nothing outside of the Outschool Zoom classroom.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 teachers have teaching certificates
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree from Texas Woman's University
Master's Degree in Education from University of St Joseph’s
Master's Degree in History from SUNY-Albany
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Dance from Oklahoma City University
Bachelor's Degree from Texas Woman's University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from ECSU
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Connecticut
Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY-Albany
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Buffalo State College
2 teachers have an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Education from Fort Hayes State University
Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Westervelt Business College - Completed with Honors
Miss Ashley has taught over 10,000+ virtual classes in all subjects over several years on different platforms. She has 18+ years of tutoring/teaching experience, both virtual and in-person, as well as 16 years+ of experience as a volunteer teacher, tutor, and coach in schools and classrooms. In addition to teaching, Miss. Ashley is part of curriculum development and review team for an online ELA and math teaching/tutoring company, where she also serves as a Learning Partner and Academic Advisor for incoming students. Other related experience includes ELA and math tutoring the University of Connecticut Student Center, substitute teaching in public school system and working for five years as a Financial Controller of a litigation support firm with offices across the United States. Miss Ashley truly values each and every student, and she hopes to help them to find a love of learning.
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Live One-Time Class
$18
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
1-8 learners per class