Unicorns in Mythology and Medieval Art
This is a one-time course designed to introduce students to medieval art and stories from the time period that focus on unicorns.
Shannon Jones, Historian, (MA European History)
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(54)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4
Beginner Level
In this one-time class, students will learn about unicorns in the medieval time period (500 CE- 1400 CE). The class will look at unicorns in myth and literature. We will also look at unicorns in art pieces from the time period. The art pieces will also feature short introductions to the artists and history of each piece. The class will be in a slideshow format and lecture format. We will pause on each art piece to allow time for discussion. Students are welcome to participate or to follow along at their own comfort level.
Learning Goals
The goal of this class will be to introduce students to medieval literature and art through unicorns.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Our main sources will be the Unicorn Tapestries in the MET, "Medieval Folklore," by World History Encyclopedia, and Medieval Folklore from Oxford University Press.
Joined April, 2018
4.8
54reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in History from University of Nebraska at Kearney
I have an M.A. in Early European History. I have been teaching classes on the Middle Ages for six years and ones on mythology and folklore for four years. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
2-6 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Get The App
Tutoring
More to Explore
3d CodingDem Academy Game-based LearningPrivate Musical TheatreProgramming RpgMake Dog ToysWriting 5 Paragraph EssayBasic DrawingGreat And TerribleJourney CosmosRoom OrganizationHorse AnatomyTalking BackPlay A Drawing And Writing Game Answer Clues Writedraw StoryAbout Javascript ProgrammingChess Lessons