This resource, produced in partnership with National Literacy Trust and aimed primarily at KS3, is based around the film Private Peaceful - the screen adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's book. It provides a timely, in-depth and collaborative way to mark the centenary of WWI with your students. The resource spans 6 different themes, which include curriculum links to History, English & Science. The resource is complemented with PPT presentations embedded film clips. For information on how to start a free Into Film club please visit https://www.intofilm.org/clubs Or go to https://www.intofilm.org/resources to view more of our curriculum focused resources.

This film-focused resource enables teachers and students to explore what it means to be part of the Commonwealth, gain insights into the culture and identity of Commonwealth countries and reflect on life in Scotland, in the lead- up to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Activities centre on five carefully chosen films from across the Commonwealth that will engage and excite students in exploring key themes: Lagaan: Once Upon A Time In India; The First Grader; Invictus; The Sapphires and Boy. Start an Into Film Club to watch these films for free. Join at www.intofilm.org

This film-focused resource enables teachers and pupils to explore what it means to be part of the Commonwealth, gaining insights into the culture and identity of Commonwealth countries and reflecting on life in Scotland in the lead-up to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Activities centre on five carefully chosen films from across the Commonwealth that will engage and excite pupils. This resource is part of Game on Scotland and has been designed to create unique learning opportunities linked to the Games. Start an Into Film Club to watch these films for free. Join at www.intofilm.org

To celebrate Shakespeare week nationally we've produced a new assembly resource to allow you to explore how England's greatest playwright's work has been translated on screen. This resource is suitable for pupils aged between 7-16. Focusing on the classic tale of Romeo & Juliet, the assembly looks at how the story has been adapted in a traditional, period manner, as well as in a more contemporary fashions, such as in Baz Luhrmann's Romeo & Juliet, or even the animated film Gnomeo & Juliet. We've created a resource pack to help you bring Shakespeare to life both in and out of the classroom, to help young people explore Shakespeare&'s stories, and introduce them to world of film analysis. As part of this, we also included a special screening guide with ideas and advice as to how to throw your own unique Shakespeare film screening, and get young people excited about watching and studying Shakespeare. Did you find this resource useful? Leaving a star rating can help other teachers to find it. Not yet Into Film? Start your free Into Film Club at www.intofilm.org

Creating Movie Magic Secondary is an innovative educational resource that offers students the chance to craft their own magic movie moments. They will learn about basic special effects, the importance and value of creativity and how D&T skills can lead to exciting careers. It offers teachers a new approach to teaching D&T and helps students understand the importance of IP to creativity. This resource is from Into Film and Industry Trust (supported by Intellectual Property Office (IPO) and Cinema First). Visit the Into Film resources website in order to download the accompanying PowerPoint presentation with embedded clips https://www.intofilm.org/resources/293

hese activities form part of the Into Film Staying Safe Online resource, created in partnership with Childnet International, uses film and related activities to bring important messages to life and provide information that will help both primary and secondary pupils to be safe and responsible citizens in an increasingly digital world. Using a range of fantastic films, these resources explore issues ranging from privacy settings to avoiding harmful content. Please use in conjunction with the activity sheets. For more information, visit intofilm.org

These activities form part of the Into Film Staying Safe Online resource, created in partnership with Childnet International, uses film and related activities to bring important messages to life and provide information that will help both primary and secondary pupils to be safe and responsible citizens in an increasingly digital world. Using a range of fantastic films, these resources explore issues ranging from privacy settings to avoiding harmful content. Please use in conjunction with the resources and teacher notes. For more information, visit intofilm.org

These resources form part of the Into Film Staying Safe Online resource, created in partnership with Childnet International, uses film and related activities to bring important messages to life and provide information that will help both primary and secondary pupils to be safe and responsible citizens in an increasingly digital world. Using a range of fantastic films, these resources explore issues ranging from privacy settings to avoiding harmful content. Please use in conjunction with the resources and teacher notes. For more information, visit intofilm.org

These activity plans and teacher notes form part of the Into Film Staying Safe Online resource, created in partnership with Childnet International, uses film and related activities to bring important messages to life and provide information that will help both primary and secondary pupils to be safe and responsible citizens in an increasingly digital world. Using a range of fantastic films, these resources explore issues ranging from privacy settings to avoiding harmful content. Please use in conjunction with the resources and teacher notes. For more information, visit intofilm.org

These resources form part of the Into Film Staying Safe Online resource, created in partnership with Childnet International, uses film and related activities to bring important messages to life and provide information that will help both primary and secondary pupils to be safe and responsible citizens in an increasingly digital world. Through films as The Social Network, Catfish, InRealLife and Trust, these explore issues ranging from privacy settings to avoiding harmful content. Please use in conjunction with the activity plans. For more information, visit intofilm.org

These activity plans form part of the Into Film Staying Safe Online resource, created in partnership with Childnet International, uses film and related activities to bring important messages to life and provide information that will help both primary and secondary pupils to be safe and responsible citizens in an increasingly digital world. Through films as The Social Network, Catfish, InRealLife and Trust, these explore issues ranging from privacy settings to avoiding harmful content. Please use in conjunction with the resources and teacher notes. For more information, visit intofilm.org

Created by professional filmmakers, this comprehensive guide takes teachers and their pupils through the skills, equipment and processes involved in making a simple film, covering every aspect from pre-production and storyboarding, to filming, sound, lighting, editing, post-production and how to get your film seen. Also included are tips on getting started, information about different filmmaking roles, terms and techniques, and a menu of ideas for linking filmmaking to literacy and the curriculum. For information on how to start a free Into Film club please visit https://www.intofilm.org/clubs Or go to https://www.intofilm.org/resources to view more of our curriculum focused resources.

Created by professional filmmakers, this comprehensive guide takes teachers and their pupils through the skills, equipment and processes involved in making a simple film, covering every aspect from pre-production and storyboarding, to filming, sound, lighting, editing, post-production and how to get your film seen. Also included are tips on getting started, information about different filmmaking roles, terms and techniques, and a menu of ideas for linking filmmaking to the curriculum. For information on how to start a free Into Film club please visit https://www.intofilm.org/clubs Or go to https://www.intofilm.org/resources to view more of our curriculum focused resources.

Celebrating the ancient art of storytelling, and fairy tales that have inspired great films, these two new resources are designed to support literacy for Key Stage 1. Each features five films hand-picked by Into Film curators, accompanied by teachers’ notes, discussion questions, recommended activities and a worksheet which can be photocopied for use in class or a school film club. Start an Into Film club in your school to access the films included in this resource for free: www.filmclub.org and to go www.intofilm.org to find out more about the new charity (formally FILMCLUB and First Light)

The Into Film LEGO Movie Master Builders resource (in conjunction with National Schools Partnership and Warner Bros.) is a literacy resource, for pupils aged 5 - 11 years. It uses The LEGO Movie as a launch pad to foster imaginative story-writing as well as embedding other essential transferable and cross-curricular skills. The free toolkit includes: teachers' notes, lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, activity sheets and a poster for your classroom. Download all parts of the resource and then watch The LEGO Movie trailer (www.intofilm.org/resources/188) together in your class or club. To start your free Into Film Club visit www.intofilm.org/clubs Did you find this resource useful? Leaving a star rating will help other teachers to find it.

This resource is a guide to expose young people to new debates on subjects such as race and racism, enrich the curriculum, allow young people to experience cultures beyond their own and explore a wide variety of issues. This resource covers a period of time from when King was alive to the end of the last century, which will challenge issues of race and racism within the context of the Civil Rights Movement through five important films that will encourage conversation and critical engagement. Order the films in this guide for free when you are a member of Into Film. https://www.intofilm.org/films

With timeless school classics such as Matilda and the BFG, Roald Dahl's stories are pinnacle for combining the fantastical fictional with the everyday! This resource features seven of Dahl’s most memorable films that clearly define how literacy can be portrayed in film. This Guides also includes Starter Activities, Discussion Points and Follow Up suggestions to engage pupils into learning through film. Order the films in this guide for free when you are a member of FILMCLUB. www.filmclub.org

From ballet to street dance, Into Film have developed a method to cover a vast array of dance disciplines from around the world. This amazing resource, is a guide to six energetic films that explore the originality and creativity of dance styles which will appeal to all ages. This Guide includes post-screening discussion questions, teachers notes and starter activities will help leaders to get the most out of their screening. Order the films in this guide for free when you are a member of Into Film. https://www.intofilm.org/films

With the release of new film ’12 Years A Slave’ in cinemas in January the topic of slavery has once again been brought to the forefront. Into Film has talked to the film's director and cast, and in addition has selected a topic of films ‘Slavery Unlocked‘ which look at the forms of slavery that still exist today, such as human trafficking and forced labour, to encourage discussion in the classroom around the topic. These films can be ordered for free by members from the Into Film catalogue: join now at https://www.intofilm.org/films

The clips used in this assembly are from Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom and Into Film's interview with the actor, Idris Elba who portrayed Mandela. This guide contains assembly discussion points, activities for your students and film recommendations on the topic of South Africa On Film which are available to order immediately on the Into Film website. To find out more about Into Film and discover how to get a club started in your school, go to https://www.intofilm.org/clubs