Star Wars, Unschooling, and May 4th
Yes! Kids can learn a ton from watching Star Wars!
All these little pieces... even when it's just exposure... add up.
They help kids see,
"Hey, I like robotics."
or
"What's he talking about when they say the 'structural integrity of the ship?'"
Everything counts!
But sometimes it's hard to see.
And some of us are knee-deep in deschooling, so we need examples of how learning IS happening without us orchestrating it all.
Here are some examples of subjects weaving through a Star Wars movie.
⭐ MATH
- Geometric shapes and concepts (angles, symmetry and 3-D shapes}
- Sizes and proportion compariso up ns
- Speed, distance, time… estimating, measuring.
- Calculating the probability of success or failure
- The use of formulas, coordinates, analyzing patterns and making calculations are all components of algebra
⭐ SCIENCE
- Astronomy (planets, stars, moons, galaxies)
- Physics (gravity and magnetic forces.)
- Biology (adaptations of creatures and species to their environments)
- Robotics and Artificial intelligence
- Chemistry (atoms, elements, chemical reactions, crystals)
- Engineering (structural integrity of the spaceships, weapons, aerodynics)
- Genetics and ideas of inheriting certain traits.
⭐ TECHNOLOGY
- Special effects
- Graphic Design
⭐ SOCIAL STUDIES
- Human behavior
- Philosophy/ethics - good vs. evil
- Similarities and comparisons to historic wars
- Critical Thinking - consequences of actions
⭐ FINE ART
- Music and how it influences us
- Use of colors and shading
- Costuming
- Hair/makeup techniques
Just a couple things... right?
Homeschooling and Unschooling parents see these kinds of "learning objectives" for EVERY fun little celebration (like Star Wars Day!) in the Strewing Calendar! 🗓️
That's how I knew it was Star Wars Day! 🚀
And you won't miss these fun little celebrations - and opportunities to learn right alongside your kids!
Pinterest Ideas
Looking for fun ways to to bring Star Wars to life? I created a Pinterest Board for you!!!
- Games
- Foods
- Crafts
- Party Ideas
🛸 May the 4th Be With You! 🪐
