Dear Fellow Teachers, I’m teachertravis and I’ve created a collection of educational movie guides so that teachers can find reliable, high-quality resources. I use my 10 years of experience in the classroom to craft questions that are thought provoking and valuable for young minds. I hope that you’ll find these movie guides to be excellent supplemental resources. Don’t show another movie to your class without one, you'll see what a difference they make : )
Dear Fellow Teachers, I’m teachertravis and I’ve created a collection of educational movie guides so that teachers can find reliable, high-quality resources. I use my 10 years of experience in the classroom to craft questions that are thought provoking and valuable for young minds. I hope that you’ll find these movie guides to be excellent supplemental resources. Don’t show another movie to your class without one, you'll see what a difference they make : )
This Pachamama (2018) Movie Guide challenges students to:
Contrast the offerings of Tepulpai and Naïra during the Pachamama ceremony and analyze what their choices say about their characters.
Discuss whether Tepulpai is selfish and provide examples from the movie to support the argument.
Interpret the meaning behind the chasqui’s description of a “floating house,” “metal skin,” and “spitting fire” in relation to the Spanish invaders.
Analyze how Tepulpai’s realization about taking things without permission begins to change his character and behavior.
Explain why the shaman rewards Tepulpai with his drum and the title of “little shaman” and what it signifies about Tepulpai’s growth.
Explore how Tepulpai and Naïra change each other throughout the movie and argue who experiences the greatest transformation.
Evaluate the historical accuracy of Pachamama by selecting 4 topics, such as Inca religion, quipus, the Spanish conquest, and the cultural significance of gold, and comparing how these are depicted in the movie with researched facts about the Inca Empire.
Optionally: Ask students to listen for and define 6 Inca-related words used throughout the movie.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 11 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Movie Guide | Questions | Google Slides (PG - 2022) challenges students to explore character development, symbolism and word meanings. Discuss if Perrito has what it takes to be a therapy dog and the effects that pets have on students. Identify how major characters change throughout the movie and how they come to the conclusion that they don’t need a magic wish to be satisfied with their lives. Finally, evaluate the Ethical Bug’s mantra, “There is good in all people.” Determine how this belief would change a society and if it would come with any potential dangers.
This movie guide is completely in Spanish:
The questions are all in Spanish and this movie guide is suitable for students with an intermediate to advanced Spanish level. Please look at the sample thumbnail and the preview file to see if the questions are appropriate for your students.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 11 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
-CCSS alignment (1 Page1)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Goal! The Dream Begins Movie Guide in Spanish (PG - 2005) challenges students learn from the mistakes and triumphs of a talented Los Angeles immigrant. Explore Santiago’s family dynamics and his turbulent relationship with his father. Ask students to identify parts in the movie where Santiago displays resilience, resourcefulness, and adaptability and then write how they can demonstrate these same character traits in their own lives.
This movie guide is completely in Spanish:
The questions are all in Spanish and this movie guide is suitable for students with an intermediate to advanced Spanish level. Please look at the sample thumbnail and the preview file to see if the questions are appropriate for your students.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 12 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
-CCSS alignment (1 Page1)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This West Side Story Movie Guide (PG13 - 2021) in Spanish challenges students to analyze characters, motives, decisions and song lyrics. Discuss symbolism throughout the film and evaluate arguments. Share opinions and use details from the movie to support them. Explore which character, or group, students personally connect with and write what they would’ve done differently if they were in a similar position. Finally, think about whether or not the final events in the film will make a lasting change on the Jets and the Sharks.
This movie guide is completely in Spanish:
The questions are all in Spanish and this movie guide is suitable for students with an intermediate to advanced Spanish level. Please look at the sample thumbnail and the preview file to see if the questions are appropriate for your students.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 15 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
-CCSS alignment (1 Page1)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Catch Me If You Can Movie Guide (2002) challenge students to explore themes of deception, criminal justice, redemption, and personal transformation. Discuss the complexity of Frank Jr.'s character, his father’s influence, and the dynamic between Frank and Carl. Analyze how both main characters symbolize the idea that sometimes living a lie is easier than being honest with yourself. Debate whether or not Frank Jr.'s character is moral, if Carl’s redemption plan for Frank Jr. was successful, and finally what he would’ve needed to learn in order to pull off identity theft in the present day.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 16 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Wild Robot Movie Guide (PG - 2024) challenges students to explore themes of friendship, family, and acceptance. Discuss how Roz learns to communicate with the animals and becomes part of their community. Identify how and why her relationships change from when she first arrives on the island to when she states she is “a wild robot”. Reflect on the importance of understanding others and overcoming differences. Encourage students to think about the choices Roz makes, especially her decision to leave the island to protect her friends. Explore what students think about their current relationship with computers/robots and whether or not in the future they think they might have a relationship with a robot like Roz and Brightbill had.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This reader’s theater script for Frankenstein is based on Mary Shelley’s original 1818 short story. It is great for learning centers or station rotations and covers themes of Responsibility, Isolation, Ambition, Nature vs. Nurture, and Consequences. The reading difficulty is suitable for grades 6~12 depending on the levels represented in your classroom.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Student Script (9 Characters, 1100 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
10 Comprehension Questions and 10 Vocabulary Words to study
Student Reader’s Theater Tips
Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
General Tips for Using this Resource:
Print one, double-sided script for each student
For digital classrooms, upload the MSWORD DOC version and convert to Google docs
Character roles can be adjusted based on class size; characters can be combined or split as needed
This free reader’s theater script is part of a Bundle of 5 Scripts here : ) DOWNLOAD
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This reader’s theater script for The Ugly Duckling includes three differentiated versions for different grade levels. This story focuses on the timeless themes of acceptance, self-discovery, and resilience. Each version is designed with age-appropriate language and Flesch-Kincaid reading scores to ensure engagement and comprehension for students in grades 3-8.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Grades 3-4 Version (18 Characters, 1100 words, 8 pages)
Grades 5-6 Version (18 Characters, 1250 words, 8 pages)
Grades 7-8 Version (18 Characters, 2000 words, 10 pages)
Student Reader’s Theater Tips
Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary Sections for Each Version
NOTE: All files are in editable DOCX and PDF formats.
General Tips for Using this Resource:
Print one, double-sided script for each student
For digital classrooms, upload the MSWORD DOC version and convert to Google docs
Character roles can be adjusted based on class size; characters can be combined or split as needed.
Download these movie guides for free:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This FREE reader’s theater script for The Birth of Jesus is based on the accounts from Luke 2 and Matthew 1 & 2. This resource includes two differentiated versions for grade levels 3~5 and 6~8., each version is designed with age-appropriate language and Flesch-Kincaid reading scores. This story focuses on the themes of Hope, Faith, and God’s Protection.
This short script should take about +15 minutes to read depending on your classroom’s level. They are perfect for supplementing bible class, reading practice, small group reading, centers/stations or just getting comfortable reading in public.
This script tells the story of the birth of Jesus. Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem because of a census. When they arrive, there’s no room at the inn, so they stay in a stable. Jesus is born there and laid in a manger. Angels tell shepherds about Jesus’ birth, and they visit him. Wise men from the East follow a star to find Jesus and bring him gifts. King Herod wants to harm Jesus, but Joseph is warned in a dream, and the family escapes to Egypt. Later, they return safely to Nazareth, where Jesus grows up.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Grades 3-5 Version (12 Characters, 600 words, 8 pages)
Grades 9-12 Version (9 Characters, 650 words, 7 pages)
Student & Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
10 Comprehension Short Answer/Discussion Questions and 10 Vocabulary Words
NOTE: All files are in editable DOCX and PDF formats.
Download these movie guides for free:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Reader’s Theater Bundle of 5 Short Horror Scripts is perfect for reading practice, small groups, stations, Halloween activities or just getting comfortable reading in public.
**This product includes the following Reader’s Theater Scripts:
**
Frankenstein: (9 Characters, 1100 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: (10 Characters, 800 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Lottery: (12 Characters, 1200 words, 9 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Monkey’s Paw: (7 Characters, 900 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Murders in the Rue Morgue: (10 Characters, 1400 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
General Tips for Using this Resource:
Print one, double-sided script for each student
For digital classrooms, upload the MSWORD DOC version and convert to Google docs
Character roles can be adjusted based on class size; characters can be combined or split as needed
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Kite Runner Movie Guide (PG13 - 2007) challenges students to explore themes of friendship, family, and redemption. Discuss Amir’s struggle for his father’s approval and how this affects his relationship with Hassan. Examine Amir’s difficult path toward forgiveness and self-acceptance. Engage students in understanding the importance of family bonds and the consequences of prejudice, especially through the characters’ backgrounds. Reflect on whether Amir has truly found a way “to be good again” and how Amir’s final actions, such as defending Sohrab, show his growth and acceptance of responsibility. Finally, research the historical tensions between the Pashtuns and Hazaras, the soviet invasion and Taliban takeover, and how these tensions are depicted in the film through the relationships between Amir, Hassan, and Assef.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 11 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Matrix Movie Guide (R - 1999) challenges students to explore themes of reality, choice, betrayal and fate. Analyze the symbolism of the red and blue pills, what they represent, and what choice students would make. Introduce students to Plato’s “The Allegory of the Cave” and help them find connections between its symbols and the film. Explore concepts of free will, reality versus illusion, and the power of personal belief.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 12 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This reader’s theater script adaptation is based on O. Henry’s “Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen,” (1907) a short story exploring themes of tradition, irony, and human connection. It is short and perfect for stations, centers or small group readings.
This script should take about ~10 minutes to read depending on your classroom’s level. Extra time for discussion, vocabulary or short answer comprehension questions should be planned.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Grades 6-12 Version (~10 Characters, 650 words, 9 pages)
Student & Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
10 Comprehension Short Answer/Discussion Questions and 10 Vocabulary Words
Themes & Discussion Prompts
Note: All files are in editable DOCX and PDF formats.
Character Note: There are 10 characters but some have only 1 or 2 lines, if necessary one student can read multiple lines. Likewise some of the main characters can be read by multiple students.
Download these movie guides for free:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Psycho Movie Guide (R - 1960) challenges students to explore complex themes of guilt, identity, and illusion. Discuss Norman’s psychological profile and his conflicted relationship with his mother. Examine how the characters’ perceptions of reality are manipulated by Norman’s dual persona, and his dissociative identity disorder (DID). Analyze Hitchcock’s filming technique in the shower scene, and the final haunting image of Norman’s face merging with his mother’s skull.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 12 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3