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Dive into the fascinating world of human cultures in this engaging, hands-on cultural anthropology course! Designed for middle and high school students, this course explores how people across the globe live, communicate, and organize their societies. From family structures and belief systems to language, art, and politics, students will develop a deeper understanding of the diverse ways humans navigate the world. Throughout the course, students will participate in interactive activities, such as creating kinship charts, playing cultural games, making traditional crafts, and sampling tasty treats from around the world. By the end of the course, students will complete a mini-ethnography project on a cultural group or subculture of their choice. Whether you're passionate about learning new customs or curious about how societies function, this course offers an exciting opportunity to broaden your perspective and have fun while discovering the richness of global cultures! Instructor: Ann Widhalm Ann holds a BA in anthropology with a minor in sociology and has over 15 years of teaching experience. As a Montessori-certified guide, she emphasizes student-centered learning, mixed-age classrooms, and interactive, hands-on activities. After living in Bermuda for over 20 years, where she studied the island’s culture and taught anthropological principles to local students, Ann brings a unique global perspective to the classroom. A proud Ravenclaw, she has a passion for books, cats, and all things crafty and creative.
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