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 : )
James and the Giant Peach Movie Guide | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 1996) challenges students to learn life lessons from Roald Dahl's classic 1961 children's novel. This whimsical story tells the imaginative, adventurous tale of James and his friends. Discuss how the bugs build James self-confidence and how we can learn from them to build up others. Compare and contrast the parenting styles of James' real parents and his two aunts. Discuss the origin of Centipede's lie and why someone might lie about their knowledge, experience or abilities.
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:**
* A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
* A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters' dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
* Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/trolls-world-tour-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12293256)
* [Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/onward-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12290082)
* [The Lightning Thief](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief-movie-viewing-guide-pg-2010-11752241)
* [Kung Fu Panda 3]( https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/kung-fu-panda-3-movie-guide-11597899)
Lord of the Flies Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 1990) challenges students to analyze the decisions and characters in the powerful story. Explore the concept of the ‘monster’ and how Jack uses it to increase his control over the boys. Ask students to think about the responsibility that each boy had on the island for the terrible, tragic events that unfolded.
Note: This movie is rated R and has a few occurrences of the F-word during the two main standoffs between Ralph and Jack. It can be used as a highly educational, thought-provoking film, but better for older students. Do an internet search for language for more details.
This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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 Romeo and Juliet Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 1968) enlivens Shakespeare’s famous classic and challenges students to analyze parts of the story that may otherwise be viewed and quickly forgotten. Explore and compare the flirtations and expressions of love between Romeo and Juliet and couples in today’s modern time. Ask students to determine what general lessons can be learned from the Prince’s final monologue and the ongoing, senseless war between the Capulets and Montagues.
Note: This movie guide is for the 1968, Zeffirelli film, NOT the 1996 Luhrmann film starring Leonardo DiCaprio. For the 2013 and 1996 movie guide versions of Romplease check out my store : )
This resource consists of 14 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (5 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (5 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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 Holes Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Classroom (PG - 2003) challenges students to get the most out of this elementary school favorite. Explore the decisions that Stanley/Caveman and Zero/Hector make throughout the film and Stanley’s family curse. Finally, ask students to come up with their own rules for camp Greenlake that would actually help rehabilitate kids who had made bad choices in their lives.
This resource consists of 12 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google format 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 amazing Queen of Katwe Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 2016) shares the amazing story of young girl from a small village in Uganda who by fate meets a chess coach that cultivates her into a young chess genius. Challenge your students to rethink their potential and internalize how hard work and persistence can make a difference. Explore the fine line between taking risks, striving for more and yet being thankful for the life you have.
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:**
* A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
* A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters' dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
* Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/trolls-world-tour-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12293256)
* [Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/onward-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12290082)
* [The Lightning Thief](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief-movie-viewing-guide-pg-2010-11752241)
* [Kung Fu Panda 3]( https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/kung-fu-panda-3-movie-guide-11597899)
The Karate Kid Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 1984) challenges students to think critically about the events and decisions in Daniel LaRusso’s life. Ask students to describe how Daniel could’ve made better choices that would’ve avoided some of the conflicts he found himself in the middle of, especially the ones that he had a part in instigating. Compare the karate ideologies between Mr. Miyagi and John Kreese.
Note: This The Karate Kid Movie Guide is for the original 1984 version.
This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or 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
Use this Big Hero 6 movie guide to transform the viewing experience into an excellent learning opportunity for your class. Challenge students to compare and contrast how Hiro and Professor Callaghan respond to the hardships in their lives. Explore Hiro’s transformation and how his brother’s memory changes his heart.
Check the sample question to see if this movie guide is suitable for your students. This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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 Sing Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) challenges students to learn about overcoming the challenges in life. Inspire your students to achieve their goals and pursue their dreams in the face of adversity. Ask students to explore their own dreams and think about the challenges they’ll have to overcome to be successful and why it might even be scary at times.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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 Moana Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) challenges students to analyze Disney’s powerful coming of age story. Explore Moana’s decisions and purpose, as well as the catchy tunes in the crowd pleasing feel film. Ponder the lessons that can be learned from this adventurous tale of a courageous young girl who saves her people.
Note: If you like Hamilton and Lin-Manuel Miranda’s genius then you’ll enjoy the original songs he wrote for the movie. If your a super Hamilton fan, the style is unmistakable. I had flashbacks from Hamilton while watching this film : )
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
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 Lorax Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2012) guides students to connect with the characters and concepts in this fantastic film about the environment. Ask students to think about the root causes of why people cut down trees and challenge them to put themselves in the shoes of government and create and explain a law that would discourage people from cutting down trees.
This resource consists of 12 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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 Inside Out Movie Guide Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2015) is a must have if you are showing this movie in class. Challenge your students to think about how their emotions affect their behavior. Discover the hidden gems and important life lessons in this film!
This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (5 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (5 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Google Slides version of the movie guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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 Trolls Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) challenges students to analyze the decisions that Poppy, Branch and other characters make throughout the movie. Ask students to identify different looking trolls and describe how the other trolls treat them despite their differences. Explore the meaning of happiness and what mistake the Bergens made in trying to achieve it. Take full advantage of the learning opportunities in this musical, whimsical and inspiring film.
This resource consists of 11 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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
Zootopia is a fantastic movie to teach the concept of stereotypes. Asking students to examine why people treat each other a certain way is a powerful question. Journey through the movie as a class, pausing at the designated times, and discuss and answer the thought provoking questions throughout this 1 hour and 48 minute film. This guide has 12 high-level short answer and essay questions. See the thumbnails for example questions.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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
Kung Fu Panda 3 is an epic journey about “You becoming you!” and is an underrated educational movie. Students quickly identify with and fall in love with the Po, the main character, and can learn the lessons of self-confidence and determination that he does throughout the movie. Journey through the movie as a class, pause at the designated times, and then discuss 12 high-level short answer and essay questions in this 4 page PDF movie guide.
**This product .zip file includes:**
* A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
* A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters' dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
* Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/trolls-world-tour-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12293256)
* [Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/onward-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12290082)
* [The Lightning Thief](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief-movie-viewing-guide-pg-2010-11752241)
A Dog’s Purpose Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2017) is based on the 2010 novel by W. Bruce Cameron and shows life from an entertaining dog’s point of view. Help create a genuine learning opportunity for your students by using this movie guide. Encourage students to develop their sympathy as they answer questions designed to make them think about life from the perspectives of the characters in this movie.
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:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms 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