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Myths and Legends From Around the World - Weekly (7-11)
An immersive educational journey through worldwide stories, offering children a captivating exploration of global cultures, geography, and biology within the enchanting framework of ancient myths, legendary tales, and sacred narratives.
Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
In this stimulating and educational course, your child will journey through the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and sacred stories that have been instrumental in shaping human civilizations around the world. This class is designed to engage your child's imagination, while imparting valuable knowledge about the interconnectivity of culture, geography, biology, and societal values. Storytelling has been an essential part of our shared human experience for generations. It has shaped our...
- To improve our understanding of different cultures around the world, including their histories, geography, culinary culture, music and dance. To learn and comprehend the life lessons the stories contain, and to improve vocabulary.
Growing up in the UK as a minority, I have always studied the non-mainstream perspectives where-ever I could, meaning in all my degree subjects (Philosophy, History & Psychology), I have thoroughly studied different cultural perspectives, and when teaching ensure all my sources are directly from the culture in question. I have tutored and home schooled in my degree subjects for ages 4-18, taught in schools in my native country the Gambia, and nannies a (ages 0-11). Often questions around cultural differences or equality issues have come up and I am able to handle them softly, while ensuring the student leaves with the knowledge that equality is important for us all! I am well-traveled, and love to explore new perspectives in my personal life!
Occasionally a story may have some aspects such as death, a battle, etc. As these are Myths and Legends the stories tend to hold the full spectrum of life on earth within them. However, I ensure things are NEVER gratuitous though.
https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-involved/teaching-resources/talking-with-children-and-young-people-about-race-and-racism This is the tool I use to handle any questions, or issues related to race and diversity.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Psychology from Regent's University, UK
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Sheffield, UK
Hello! I'm Sorrel. I’m deeply passionate about the tapestry of Myths, Legends and Philosophy. With a Master's in Psychology and a Bachelor's in Philosophy and History, I've always approached teaching with a twist. My aim? To kindle curiosity...
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Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 490 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-7 learners per class