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Halloween Unboxed (Digital Magazine)

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Learn the history of Halloween with this easy to use digital magazine.

Festivals of the dead have been celebrated all over the world for thousands of years. In this beautifully researched, multi cultural lesson you will:
  • Discover the importance of festivals honoring the dead across time, cultures, and religions and then plan your own celebration.
  • Learn the history of masks and then print and decorate your own.
  • Find the historic meaning behind some Halloween traditions and then try a few.
  • Read about traditional Halloween treats and then make a delicious candied pumpkin recipe.
…and more! Full color, 16 pages download
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Unravel the history of Halloween and global festivals honoring the dead with Halloween Unboxed! This engaging digital magazine explores how different cultures have celebrated the spirits of the past, blending historical insights with hands-on activities for a fun and educational experience. Perfect for homeschoolers and history lovers alike, this resource connects learners to the deeper meaning behind Halloween traditions.

What’s Inside?

  • Festivals Honoring the Dead: Discover how cultures around the world have celebrated the dead for thousands of years and plan your own meaningful remembrance.
  • The History of Masks: Learn why masks have played an important role in festivals of the dead and print and decorate your own.
  • Halloween Traditions Explained: Uncover the origins of classic customs, from trick-or-treating to jack-o’-lanterns, and try a few for yourself.
  • Traditional Halloween Treats: Read about the history of seasonal sweets and make a delicious candied pumpkin recipe inspired by past celebrations.

Why Choose Halloween Unboxed?

  • Multicultural & Historically Rich: Explore how cultures worldwide have honored the dead and influenced modern traditions.
  • Interactive Learning: Crafts, recipes, and historical deep dives bring Halloween to life.
  • Perfect for Homeschool & Classroom Use: A great resource for learners of all ages to engage with history in a hands-on way.

Explore the Meaning Behind Halloween

From ancient festivals to modern celebrations, Halloween Unboxed reveals the history behind the holiday’s customs, symbols, and traditions.

You will learn about these holidays:

  • Wag
  • Obon
  • Hungry Ghost Month
  • Pchum Ben
  • Fete de Masques
  • Odun Egungun
  • Samhain
  • Dia de los Muertos
  • All Souls’ Day
  • All Saints’ Day
  • All Hallows’ Eve
  • Feralia

Download Halloween Unboxed today and uncover the fascinating history of this haunting holiday!

Hosting a Halloween party? How about a few of our mummification kits as a party-activity? (Minimum 15)

Looking for historical costume ideas?
You could make a Scythian wool hat or a Roman laurel wreath! Get more ideas for historical costumes here!

Time Period

Ancient History

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Middle Ages History-to-Go Kits: Hands-On History Lessons Made Easy

Looking for an easy, hands-on history lesson for your group? We’ve done the work for you with Middle Ages History-to-Go kits, designed to bring beautiful, engaging, and memorable history experiences into your classroom, co-op, or event.

These ready-to-go history kits are the perfect complement to your lesson plan, giving students K–12 the chance to connect with history through authentic, creative, and educational activities. Whether you’re teaching in a classroom, running a homeschool group, or planning a special event, our hands-on history kits save you time and effort so you can focus on what you do best: teaching!


What’s Inside?

Each History-to-Go kit includes everything you need to bring history to life:

  • Over 60 historically enriching craft options, curated for quality, authenticity, and ease of use
  • Individual, ready-to-distribute kits with all supplies included
  • A historical topic overview related to the activity
  • Clear, easy-to-follow directions
  • Hands-on projects designed to engage sensory learners and spark curiosity

We’ve already handled the research, sourcing, and assembly—just open the box and go!


Why Choose Middle Ages History-to-Go?

Our hands-on Middle Ages history kits immerse students in a vibrant, multi-sensory exploration of medieval life across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. From castles to cathedrals and knights to merchants, these lessons offer students an authentic look at the rich history of the medieval world.

What’s Inside?

Each History-to-Go kit includes everything you need to bring medieval history to life:

  • Over 60 historically enriching craft options, curated for quality, authenticity, and ease of use

  • Individual, ready-to-distribute kits with all supplies included

  • A historical topic overview related to the activity

  • Clear, easy-to-follow directions

  • Hands-on projects that help students create and explore medieval life

Activities cover a wide range of medieval cultures and traditions. Students might:

  • Stitch an image from the Bayeux Tapestry panel or craft rune jewelry from the Anglo-Saxons
  • Build a bee house inspired by Charlemagne’s contributions to agriculture
  • Create a sparkling rainbow prism pendant inspired by science in the Islamic Empire
  • Paint an icon like those of the Byzantine Empire
  • Play with shagai (sheep ankle bones) or craft a wool felted ball from Mongolian traditions
  • Play a working set of pan pipes or make a harness f0r a drinking horn, echoing Viking life
  • Fold intricate origami inspired by medieval Japan
  • Build a Maya-inspired calendar
  • Make money cowrie shell jewelry inspired by the Benin Kingdom

We’ve already handled the research, sourcing, and assembly: just open the kit and go!

Each activity uses a multi-sensory approach to help students truly experience history, not just read about it. These kits are ideal for busy teachers, charter school classes, history clubs, festivals, and more. Let’s make hands-on learning accessible and exciting for everyone.


Perfect For:

  • Busy teachers who want an easy, engaging lesson
  • Sensory learners who thrive on hands-on activities
  • Charter school or public school classes
  • History clubs and special events
  • Classical or STEAM co-ops
  • Library programs, reading prizes, and museum gift shops

Product Details

  • Minimum order: 5 of the same item, minimum of 15 total items
  • Orders that don’t meet the minimum will not be processed
  • Designed for students K–12
  • All supplies, directions, and historical context included

Make history unforgettable with Middle Ages History-to-Go kits: your all-in-one solution for easy, authentic, and educational hands-on lessons. Place your order today and bring the past to life for your students!

 

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