World Geography Exploring Scotland (8-12): Food, Traditions, & Customs
In this exciting class, students will embark on a journey to Scotland, delving into European culture. They will explore various aspects of Scotland, including its food, climate, geography, and customs!
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner Level
In this class, we will prepare to set sail on a global adventure! This one-time course, designed for ages 7-10, will explore Scotland and expand our cultural horizons in an engaging and interactive way. Be prepared for a learning experience that is anything but passive! We will engage in lively discussions, interactive presentations, and a fun end-of-class quiz to assess retention. Each lesson follows a similar format, starting with a presentation on the country's geography and weather, followed by a short PowerPoint game to test our knowledge of the appropriate attire for each country, followed by unique clothing, foods, and traditions. Concluding with a discussion allowing learners to ask simple or complex questions about the country we have just learned about!
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of Scotland's geography, climate, traditional clothing, cuisine, and customs.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
For vegetarian or vegan learners, a brief discussion of foods, including haggis and blood pudding, will be provided. These foods contain animal blood and various parts of an animal cooked according to the traditional method.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Primary Sources Include:
Milne, Norman C. Scottish Culture and Traditions. Paragon Publishing, 2010.
Withers, Charles WJ. Geography, science and national identity: Scotland since 1520. Cambridge University Press, 2001.
Grenier, Katherine Haldane. Tourism and Identity in Scotland, 1770–1914: Creating Caledonia. Routledge, 2017.
Secondary Sources include:
Visit Scotland (website): 11 Traditional Scottish Food Dishes to Try
Joined August, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in English Language and Literature from Univerity of Glasgow, Scotland
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Univerity of Georgia
In this one-time class, we will discuss the culture and customs of Scotland. I had the amazing opportunity to live in Scotland for a year while pursuing my master's degree in English literature, and during that time, I had the chance to explore the length and breadth of the country. Additionally, I have ancestral roots in Scotland, which further fueled my interest and passion for the subject.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class
