Not All Sheroes Wear Capes: Women's History, Girl Power Bootcamp & Activist Art!
This one-time course introduces students to the concept of "sheroes," women and girls who change the world for the better. After playing games and discussing super shero powers, we will end the class with a feminist creative craft.
Ali Enright
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(23)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursHomework
No formal homework will be assigned, however if the student is inspired to do so, they can continue decorating their craft after the class!Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Meet some fellow powerful young activists and learn about women and girls that have changed the world! In this supershero crash course, the students will learn about “sheroes,” women that have changed the world for the better. The learners will get inspired by all sorts of role models, from a French scientist to an Olympic gymnast, and even a professional surfer! The class will start by defining what a shero is. We will do so through a trivia game and brainstorm about superstrengths. A diverse range of sheroes from around the world will be included. Then, the learners will discuss what lessons they learned and think about their own super strengths. Finally, the learners will make a craft about what makes each of them powerful! This class is creative, dynamic, and active. Students should come curious and are guaranteed to leave inspired! My teaching style is enthusiastic, creative, and engaging. I am a flexible person and try to adapt to all learning styles and strengths. I believe classes should be guided by interest, so will adjust the conversation according to student's interest. Any requests for sheroes are welcomed to be submitted before! Students will be encouraged to participate with the class through video and chat features. No previous knowledge is required. All I ask is that you have an open mind :)
Learning Goals
By the end of the class, students will be familiar with some feminist role models, ways to celebrate the role models in their lives, and how to celebrate their own strengths.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will be discussing various feminist figures from around the world. I am an educator and women's and gender studies scholar so I am very familiar with how to navigate difficult conversations; however, this class is meant to be a lighthearted introduction! My perspective is intersectional, so it is important to note that I encourage students to think about diversity in all its forms (not limited to, but including: race, gender orientation, LGBT+ identities, class, and abilities). Students of all genders are welcome in this course and I am committed to using gender-inclusive language! The material and conversations aim to be inclusive and welcoming as they cover and celebrate historical figures of various, diverse backgrounds. They are discussed in a factual, accessible, and approachable way and use various credible backed sources listed below. The class was originally inspired by the book "Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls" by Elena Favilli y Francesca Cavallo.
Supply List
Students will need supplies that can likely be found around the house: -print out of mask templates provided by teacher (or it can be hand-drawn if they don't have access to printer) -coloring supplies (markers, crayons, colored pencils, you choose!) -white paper To use after class to complete craft: -scissors -glue -string or thread
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
Joined June, 2021
5.0
23reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Universidad de Alcala de Henares
Bachelor's Degree from Georgetown University
I have worked with students, particularly those in middle school and early high school, for 8+ years. I have spent the last four years working on conversational skills with 8-11-year-olds. My training in women's and gender studies equips me with the tools and vocabulary for these topics and I am versed in bringing these topics into classrooms for students of younger ages.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$18
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 32 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
3-8 learners per class
