Halloween Unboxed (Digital Magazine)

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

Missions Unboxed

Explore the history of missions in Spanish colonial America. This immersive lesson delves into the daily lives, traditions, and challenges faced by Indigenous peoples and Spanish colonists during this pivotal time in history.

What’s Inside?

Cultural Connections: Discover the role of drinking chocolate in the missions and its significance to both Spanish colonists and Native peoples. Then, make your own chocolate with a traditional tool to experience this treasured beverage firsthand.

Everyday Life: Learn about the foods enjoyed by Pacific Native peoples, including salted crickets, and try this healthy and sustainable snack for yourself.

Games and Toys: Create an acorn spinning toy, just like the ones played with by Indigenous children for a fun, hands-on connection to history.

Struggles and Changes: Examine the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous communities. Understand the cultural exchanges, conflicts, and transformations that shaped life in these Catholic institutions.

Hands-On Activities:

Make your own drinking chocolate from scratch.

Try salted crickets, a snack inspired by Pacific Native peoples.

Craft an acorn spinning toy like those used by 18th century children.

Explore stories and historical accounts of life during the era.

Why Choose Missions Unboxed?

Balanced Perspective: Learn about the missions from multiple viewpoints. This lesson highlights both the struggles and contributions of Indigenous peoples and Spanish colonizers.

Interactive Learning: Engage with history through hands-on activities, from crafting toys to enjoying authentic foods.

Fun and Educational: Perfect for homeschool families, this curriculum provides a meaningful exploration of this period in Spanish America.

Discover the History of the Missions
With Missions Unboxed, students will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural exchanges, innovations, and challenges that defined the mission era. This is a perfect supplement for California history’s fourth grade social studies mission project!

Perfect for Homeschool Families
Designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking, Missions Unboxed brings history to life with activities and lessons that are both engaging and educational.

Discover Missions Unboxed today and explore the rich history of colonial America!

Please note: The Young Adult box contains discussions of toileting and approaches to sexuality in Indigenous and Spanish communities.

Weight	2.36 lbs
Dimensions	11 × 9 × 6 in

Weight

2.36 lbs

Dimensions

11 × 9 × 6 in