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 : )
Coraline Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to evaluate their own lives and how people cherish, or don’t cherish the things they currently have. Explore how Caroline’s…ahem, I mean, Coraline’s perspective of her parents changes throughout the film. Ask students to identify the whimsical, fantastical characteristics that the Other Mother creates in her ‘web of lies’ world.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Abominable Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) explores Yi’s magical life journey as she helps Everest, a lost yeti, return home. Challenge students to think like a director and identify how Yi grows from her experience and accepts her father recently passing away. Think critically about Mr. Burnish’s transition from a villan to a hero that helps save Everest. Examine Yi, Jin and Peng’s relationship and discover advice about how to grow in relationships with family and friends.
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 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:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Glass Castle Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2017) challenges to connect with the complex characters and relationships in this ‘based on a true life story’. Ask students to evaluate the homeschooling the Walls children received and their ability to overcome the challenges they faced growing up. Explore the lessons that can be learned from the way Mr. Walls led his life and how Jeannette comes to grips with her past.
This resource consists of 14 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 (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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Their Eyes Were Watching God Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 2005) challenges students to think critically about the life of Janie and the relationships she builds throughout the movie. Explore the founding of Eatonville, Florida in the film and compare it to the historical record. Ask students put into their own words what it means to live life as if ‘their eyes are watching God’.
Teacher’s Notes:
Although this movie is rated for TV, I’d recommend previewing the movie or carefully looking at a parental guide such as IMDb’s, to make sure this movie is appropriate for your students.
Skip 1:15:00 - 1:16:30 if you want to avoid the prolonged love scene between Janie and Tea Cake
If the time stamps on this movie guide don’t match up with your version of the movie, I’ve included a short description of where to stop the film for each question.
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 PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 page)
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Music Man Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 2003) challenges students to analyze Prof. Harold Hill, his relationships, and his ability to persuade, convince and swindle. Explore song lyrics and how being ‘ladylike’ has changed since the mid 20th century setting of this film. Discuss and grapple with the idea of whether the ends justified the means of Hill’s actions.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
A Star is Born Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 2018) challenges students to analyze the strained and complex relationships between Bobby, Jack and Ally. Ask students to think critically about Jack’s struggle with mental health and Ally’s struggle to remain unique and truthful as an artist.
Note: This movie is rated R and has a few sex scenes with partial nudity, as well as many instances of the f-word. All the occurrences of these are listed on the answer key if teachers wish to skip over them. Instances of other curse words are not noted.
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 (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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Johnny Tremain Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (NR - 1957) challenges students to connect with, and analyze, the characters in movie based on the 1943 historical fiction novel by Esther Forbes. Explore the principles that the Sons of Liberty stood for and the British officers that stood in their way. Ask students to think critically about how this story would play out in modern times. Describe the change in Johnny’s attitude towards the rebels, from the beginning of the movie when he thought they were troublemakers to the complete opposite when he was ready to give up his life for their cause.
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 (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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Eighth Grade Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 2018) challenges students to take a deeper look at self-confidence in this awkward yet accurate story of eighth grade. Ask students to compare their experience to Kayla’s and rate how accurately this film portrays the 8th grade experience. Explore how the director uses music to convey meaning to the viewer and also how Kayla’s online videos shed light on her character development.
Note: Check out the IMDb’s parents guide to make sure this movie is suitable for your students. This movie is rated R mainly for the use of the f-word. Each instances of its use is time stamped on the movie guide, which allows you to skip over them throughout the movie without affecting the plot.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Apollo 13 Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 1995) challenges students to connect with the characters in the gripping recovery mission of Apollo 13. Explore Jim Lovell and Gene Kranz’s leadership styles and how the Apollo 13 crew worked together as a team. Ask students to identify how the public’s response to Apollo 13 changed throughout its mission and generalize how people interact with media and news.
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:
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
Horton Hears a Who! Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (G - 2008) challenges students to think critically about the struggle of ideas between Kangaroo and Horton. Ask students to create their own code, or motto, to live by like Horton. Explore the lessons that can be learned from how Horton treats his ‘enemy’ Kangaroo after defeating her.
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)
*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
The Jungle Book Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) challenges students to put themselves in the shoes of Mowgli, Baloo and Bagheera and analyze how they would feel and what they would do in certain circumstances. Ask students to explore the Law of the Jungle, what it means to them, and how, or if, it could be applied to their family, school or community. Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is suitable for your students.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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
12 Mighty Orphans Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google (PG13 - 2021) challenges students to analyze this inspiring underdog story based on a true story. Explore metaphors, compare how Rusty and Frank approach education and interpret a powerful quote from Homer. Predict events based on foreshadowed hints and ask students to think like a director. Finally, discuss if the Mighty Mites won more by not actually winning the state championship.
Note: This story is based on the true story of the Rusty Russel and the Masonic Home football team during the 1930s in Fort Worth, Texas.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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 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
The Bridge on the River Kwai Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 1957) challenges students to connect with the characters and their struggles in the film. Ask students to think critically about Col. Nicholson’s ethical dilemma and compare Shears’ philosophy of war and life with that of Nicholson’s philosophy.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Spider-Man: No Way Home Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | (PG13 - 2021) challenges students to connect with Peter Parker, his decisions and the lessons he learns. Discuss the concept of the public court of opinion and compare it to a legal courtroom. Compare and contrast what the Green Goblin and May think about Peter’s powers. Explore why Peter decided not to rekindle his relationship with MJ and ask students how they would have handled the situation if they were in his shoes. Finally, define the ‘multiverse’ and ask students to share how they would respond to versions of themselves from another universe.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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 Finding Dory Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG - 2016) challenges students to learn from Dory’s persistence and optimism. Ask students to use their knowledge of mathematics and science to explain why Dory calls Hank a ‘septapus’ and how Marlin ‘imprints’ on Becky (a mother bird). Give students a choice to learn about a few of the concepts in the film like the migration of stingrays and the way whales use echolocation.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute 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
A Dog’s Journey Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to analyze and evaluate the relationships and decisions that characters make throughout this film. Ask students to connect the lyrics in CJ’s song ‘Fearless’ to her journey. Explore the journey that each student is on and what they want their purpose to be and finally research the many ways in which dogs, and their amazing sense of smell, helps humans.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
My Neighbor Totoro Movie Guide | Worksheet | Google Slides (G - 1988) challenges students to connect with Satsuki, her experiences and relationships. Ask students to compare their relationship with younger siblings or friends with Satsuki and her relationship with Mei. Explore Totoro’s character traits and discuss whether or not he is the typical kid-friendly imaginary friend. Determine the characteristics that make the Kusakabes and their community strong. Challenge students to identify ways that they can create stronger families and communities too.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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
Howl’s Moving Castle Movie Guide | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG - 2004) challenges students to analyze characters, their decisions and traits. Discuss how Calcifer compares to what students imagine when think of a demon and identify e how the director uses anthropomorphism to bring Calcifer to life. Explore the old age spell and why Sofi goes back and forth between looking old and looking young. Finally, interpret what Sofi and Howl meant when they talked about how having a heart is a heavy burden.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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
Gladiator Movie Guide | Worksheet | Google Slides (R - 2000) challenges students to analyze and learn the stoic ways of Maximus and Marcus Aurelius in this ancient Roman epic! Compare Maximus and Proximo, contrast Commodus and Marcus Aurelius, and connect with Lucilla’s plight. Use context to give deeper meaning to some of the famous quotes and lines throughout the film. Explore virtues in the film and evaluate which ones are the most important. Discuss the idea of Rome as a mob and determine whether or not it is relevant today.
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:
A student movie guide, PDF print 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 Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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
O Brother, Where Art Thou? Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions (PG13 - 2000) challenges students to analyze the ‘Soggy Bottom Boys’ and their epic journey. Compare and contrast characters, explore how female characters are portrayed, and discuss foreshadowing. Think like a director, define character dialogue in context, and share opinions about character decisions. Throughout the film, track the old man’s prophecy and the peculiar ‘startlements’ the boys find themselves involved in. Finally, evaluate Everett’s journey and whether or not his behavior will change in the future.
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)
*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
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*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 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