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Unraveling the Mystery of King Tut - Reading & Writing Course

In this 4-week course, learners will uncover the mystery of King Tut through standards-aligned reading and writing activities designed by a certified special education teacher.
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What's included

4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Assignments
1 hour per week. 3-6 throughout the class
Assessment
Students will complete a Quizizz for their final assessment.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
In this 4-week class, you will learn all about King Tut, Egypt's "Boy King!" 

We will explore King Tut's life, reign, death, and tomb discovery as well as the mysterious Curse of the Pharoahs. 

Each class will feature an original text read aloud by me, Mrs. B! I will utilize common instructional strategies to help learners retain the information, including breaking down key vocabulary and revisiting key points. At the end of the reading, learners will be provided with a Google Form link to answer standards-aligned comprehension questions and to respond to an engaging writing prompt. The final class will have a Quizizz to complete as the final assessment. 

*Lesson 1: The Life and Reign of King Tutankhamun – Explore King Tut’s short reign, his family background, and his impact on Ancient Egypt.

*Lesson 2: The Discovery of King Tut’s Tomb – Learn about Howard Carter’s famous 1922 discovery, the treasures found, and the significance of the tomb’s preservation.

*Lesson 3: Mysteries and Theories: How Did King Tut Die? Read about various theories surrounding his death, including disease, injury, and assassination.

*Lesson 4: The Curse of the Pharaohs: Myth or Reality? – Investigate the legend of the mummy’s curse and whether there’s any scientific basis behind it.

My teaching style is laid-back, positive, and responsive to the needs of each learner. I will provide constructive feedback for each student upon the completion of each week's lesson. I am available to support students throughout the course.

Learning Goals

Students will understand King Tutankhamun’s role in Ancient Egypt.
Students will analyze the significance of King Tut's tomb discovery.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
The Life and Reign of King Tutankhamun
 Explore King Tut’s short reign, his family background, and his impact on Ancient Egypt. 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Discovery of King Tut’s Tomb
 Learn about Howard Carter’s famous 1922 discovery, the treasures found, and the significance of the tomb’s preservation. 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Mysteries and Theories: How Did King Tut Die?
 Learn about various theories surrounding King Tut's death, including disease, injury, and assassination. 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Curse of the Pharaohs: Myth or Reality?
 Explore the legend of the mummy’s curse and whether there’s any scientific basis behind it. 
40 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
Designed by a special education teacher, this class uses chunked instruction and original texts with accessible language to support the needs of diverse learners.
Parental Guidance
The story of King Tutankhamun includes historical topics that may be sensitive for some learners. Discussions may involve: * Death and Mummification: The process of mummification and theories about King Tut’s cause of death, including potential injury or disease. * Tomb Discovery and "Curse" Legends: Stories surrounding the supposed "Curse of the Pharaohs," which may include superstition and reported mysterious deaths. * Archaeological Findings: Some artifacts and artwork depict ancient burial practices and beliefs about the afterlife. These topics will be presented in an age-appropriate, factual manner. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss any concerns with the instructor.
Supply List
I will supply all materials in the Outschool Classroom.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Sources used: https://www.pbs.org/articles/king-tutankhamun-life-death-family https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/king-tut https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-egypt/tutankhamen https://artsandculture.google.com/story/the-curse-of-pharaoh-tutankhamun/WAVxYyD6emhtIw?hl=en https://www.penn.museum/sites/expedition/the-curse-of-the-curse-of-the-pharaohs/ https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/king-tut/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/5-unsolved-mysteries-of-king-tut-s-tomb/ https://www.britishmuseum.org/visit/object-trails/tutankhamun-ancient-and-modern-perspectives
Joined February, 2025
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Special Education
I am a certified special education ELA teacher who has taught this subject for five years to students with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, processing delays, etc. 

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1x per week, 4 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-9 learners per class

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