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Explore Folklore: Glass, Frost, and Medieval Alchemy

$125.00

Step back into a lost century of mystery and magic with Glass, Frost, and Medieval Alchemy, a virtual companion course I designed to perfectly match the Fall 2026 D&D campaign! Together, we’ll dive into the fascinating boundary where early science meets legendary folklore. Your kiddo will join me as we step into the shoes of royal scholars to decode actual medieval alchemical ciphers, investigate the bizarre historical "glass delusion" of 15th-century French royalty, and uncover the secrets of ancient fey treaties. This class is full of all the things we love most: thought-provoking debates, rich storytelling, and collaborative mystery-solving that will keep students laughing and thinking long after the screen goes dark.

In our weekly sessions, I will guide your young adventurer beyond the borders of France to explore captivating winter mythologies from around the world; from the fierce Norse legend of Fimbulwinter to the haunting beauty of Japan’s snow spirits. This course is a "stealth-learning" playground for history, early chemistry, and comparative mythology, all wrapped up in a cozy, welcoming online atmosphere. Whether your child wants to untangle the legalistic traps of the Winter Fey with me or analyze the psychology of medieval monsters, they’ll find a warm, supportive community of peers ready to ask big questions. Pull up a comfortable chair, grab a warm drink, and join me to uncover the secrets of the shattered kingdom!

Step back into a lost century of mystery and magic with Glass, Frost, and Medieval Alchemy, a virtual companion course I designed to perfectly match the Fall 2026 D&D campaign! Together, we’ll dive into the fascinating boundary where early science meets legendary folklore. Your kiddo will join me as we step into the shoes of royal scholars to decode actual medieval alchemical ciphers, investigate the bizarre historical "glass delusion" of 15th-century French royalty, and uncover the secrets of ancient fey treaties. This class is full of all the things we love most: thought-provoking debates, rich storytelling, and collaborative mystery-solving that will keep students laughing and thinking long after the screen goes dark.

In our weekly sessions, I will guide your young adventurer beyond the borders of France to explore captivating winter mythologies from around the world; from the fierce Norse legend of Fimbulwinter to the haunting beauty of Japan’s snow spirits. This course is a "stealth-learning" playground for history, early chemistry, and comparative mythology, all wrapped up in a cozy, welcoming online atmosphere. Whether your child wants to untangle the legalistic traps of the Winter Fey with me or analyze the psychology of medieval monsters, they’ll find a warm, supportive community of peers ready to ask big questions. Pull up a comfortable chair, grab a warm drink, and join me to uncover the secrets of the shattered kingdom!

Academic Fine-Print for Grownups:

This course offers students a unique, interdisciplinary journey that blends historical inquiry with the rich worlds of early science and global mythology. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of 15th-century France and its bizarre, real-world "glass delusion," your child will step into the role of a royal scholar to investigate how medieval minds explained physical ailments and natural phenomena through alchemy and seasonal folklore. Through a mix of collaborative roleplay, critical discussion, and comparative storytelling, we will explore how humans have always used their imaginations and early scientific pursuits to navigate times of crisis, change, and extreme environments. It’s an engaging, warm environment designed to spark curiosity about history, chemistry, and the timeless power of a good story.

Learning Goals:

  • Comparative Mythology: Students will identify and compare winter-themed myths and personifications of cold from various global traditions (including Celtic, Norse, and Japanese folklore) to analyze how different cultures use storytelling to process environmental survival challenges.

  • Historical Literacy & Early Science: Students will explore the history of 15th-century France, the realities of the Hundred Years' War, and the development of medieval alchemy, learning how early societies transitioned from superstition to the foundations of modern chemistry.

  • Critical Thinking & Cryptography: Students will develop logic and problem-solving skills by decoding authentic historical alchemical ciphers and analyzing the literal versus figurative language used in folklore contracts and fey treaties.

  • Ethical & Collaborative Dilemmas: Through interactive scenario debates, students will practice perspective-taking and conflict resolution, weighing complex moral questions regarding scientific secrecy, resource management during crisis, and the ethics of making promises under pressure.

For your Curriculum Records, we will cover:

  • Medieval European History

  • History of Science (Early Chemistry & Alchemy)

  • Comparative Mythology

  • Philosophy & Ethics

  • Logical Reasoning & Cryptography

  • Literature & Narrative Analysis

Dates and Location:

Section A: Ages 8+ will meet Mondays from 2-3pm Eastern, and will run from Monday, September 14 through Monday, November 30. (No class on Monday, October 12, or Monday, November 23.) All 10 classes will be held over Zoom.

Class Etiquette: I expect and require gentle, respectful language in my classes, and ask that all students come to class prepared to treat each other with kindness. These classes are a great opportunity for your kiddos to practice social/soft skills, with the underlying perspective that we’re all in this together.