Let's Learn About Matthew Henson: African American Explorer
In this one time class, we will learn about Matthew Henson, one of the first African American polar explorers of the 20th Century.
Penny Anderson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(60)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this 30 minute class, student will identify and examine the life of African-American explorer, Matthew Henson. He was an important polar explorer and adventurer that helped to change the face of North American polar exploration. This class is excellent as a supplement for science, social studies, and African-American history.. Students will hear about Matthew Henson's life from his birth in Baltimore, Maryland, to his adventures to the North Pole. The class will end with a Q & A review activity.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
This class uses information from National Geographic, National Council of Geographic Education, and Holt's "An Introduction to Geography".
Joined July, 2020
4.9
60reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
I specialize in human geography and earth science. I love to travel, share stories, and showcase our Created earth. I would love to share global topics and study skills with you!
I am a veteran teacher of world geography, global cultures, and earth science. I also train students who are prepping for the AP Human Geography and Environmental Science national exams. Learning is born from curiosity and I will help you answer those questions you have of the world all around us. Ask me about my Spam can.
Credentials:
BA Geography Mary Washington College
BLS Social Sciences Mary Washington College
MA Professional Teaching George Mason University
Grad +15 Christ Church College, Oxford
25 years teaching World Geography, AP Human Geography, World History, US Government
10 years AP Human Geography Reader with the College Board
Adjunct Professor of Geography University of Mary Washington
Virginia Teaching License in History and Social Sciences; Earth Science
Numerous presentations and publications at the local, state, national, and international levelsReviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-9 learners per class
