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 : )
Boundin’ Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (2003) challenges students to analyze this 4 minute Oscar nominated Pixar animation. Compare and contrast how the sheep reacts to its wool being cut at the beginning and end of the film. Analyze the Jackalope’s advice and explore what it would mean to be a ‘Jackalope’ in your community. Finally, discuss the theme and the lessons students can learn from it.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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
Monsters, Inc. Mike’s New Car Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (2002) challenges students to analyze this 4 minute Pixar animation. Discuss Mike’s metaphor that describes his new car. Think like a director and identify the use of hyperbole. Analyze the theme and the lessons that can be learned from it. Ask students to describe their dream car, and optionally draw a labeled diagram of it.
NOTE: This video can easily be found online or on YouTube by searching the title.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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
Day & Night Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (2002) challenges students to analyze this 6 minute Pixar animation. Think like a director and identify how elements of the plot are communicated without dialogue. Compare how Day and Night’s relationship changes throughout the animation. Explore the Dr. Wayne Dyer quote and how it relates to the plot and individual students.
NOTE: This video can easily be found online or on YouTube by searching the title.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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 Junk Food Experiment Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (NR - 2019) challenges students to learn life lessons from the experiences of 6 British personalities as they embark on an all junk food diet. Take notes while Dr. Mosley breaks down the nutritional facts of burgers, fried chicken and pizza. Analyze how this all junk food diet affects the participants and how they say it will change their behavior in the future.
This resource consists of 9 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)
A Google Forms Version of the Movie Guide
*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
Partly Cloudy (2009) - Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form challenges students to analyze this 5 minute award nominated animation. Infer the conflict from the opening scene and analyze the theme of the short. Explore how the director uses the dark cloud character to demonstrate its emotions. Think like a writer and brainstorm other dangerous baby animals the dark cloud might create.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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
Learning to Skateboard in a Warzone (Like a Girl) Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TVMA - 2019) challenges students put themselves in the shoes of the young girls attending Skateistan. Compare what courage means to the girls in the film with what it means to students at your school. Discuss how learning to skateboard affects the girls and their confidence and what activities your students can learn that will have a similar effect.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 pages)
A Google Forms Version of the Movie Guide
*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
Donald in Mathmagic Land Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Formats (1959) challenges students to think about math through the lens of life during this classic Disney technicolor film. The entire short film (27min) can viewed on YouTube.Ask students to identify and draw the golden triangle, rectangle, spiral and other geometric shapes on every day objects. Discuss a math pun involving square roots, Pythagoras, and whether or not students have any ‘brain clutter’. Explore what doors have been opened since 1959 using mathematics and finally students compete in a Pentagon challenge of precision.
This resource consists of 8 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
This product includes:
*A student movie guide, PDF print version (3 pages)
*An answer key (3 pages) 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.
*A generic movie guide permission slip (1 page)
*A Google Slides version of the movie guide
**Note: This lesson requires students do a fair bit of drawing so besides the print version, the only other format is Google Slides
**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
A Big Mooncake for Little Star Book Guide | Questions | Worksheet helps students get the most out of this fantastic, whimsical 2018 children’s book by Grace Lin. Explore the Mid-Autumn Festive / Moon Festival that Chinese and Vietnamese celebrate at harvest time, which falls on a full moon in late September or early October (in the traditional Chinese Lunar calendar it is the 15th day of the 8th month.)
Note: The Moon Festival this year (2020) falls on Thursday, October 1 next year (2021 Tuesday, September 21.
This product includes:
**This product includes:
*A Teacher’s Lesson Plan PDF (3 pages) Note: this can be used as a standalone lesson plan without the need to print copies of the student book guide if desired.
*11 high-level, short answer, page-by-page questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
*A student book guide, PDF printer friendly version (7 pages)
*A student book guide, PDF digital fillable form version (7 pages)
*An answer key (7 pages) IS included with this book guide, however answers may vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior.
*A Google Forms Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
Note: To make it easy to see which pages correspond to each question on the book guide, a description of the corresponding illustration is listed next to each question.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool to read aloud the book and share the pictures with your students
Pause for discussion after all or designated questions and give students time to respond
**Is this resource worth it? Download two of my free resources to check the quality of my work:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Geri’s Game (1997) - Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form challenges students to analyze this 5 minute award nominated animation. Explore how the director communicates to the viewer without words. Discuss how the imagery cues viewers that the two Geri’s are the same person, but different personalities. Identify the theme and explore what lessons it can teach the viewer.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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
Jack-Jack Attack (2005) - Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form challenges students to analyze this 4 minute award winning Pixar animation. Analyze Kari’s familiarity with babysitting and predict if watching Jack-Jack will be an easy job. Use context to explain what Mr. Dicker means when he tells Kari, “You will kid. You will.” Discuss Jack-Jack’s abilities, which one you’d most like, and as a director create a new entertaining ability Jack-Jack could have. Finally discuss the theme of the video and lessons one can learn from it.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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 Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) Movie Viewing Guide | Worksheet | Google Formats is a short activity great for a quick, no-prep Christmas lesson. Challenge your students to think critically about the meaning of Christmas, commercialization, the scrawny Christmas tree and how Charlie Brown feels about the holiday season.
Note: This film can be found on some streaming video sites, such as YouTube. Simply search the title and you can find a full length version of the film.
There are several Charlie Brown Christmas videos so to avoid confusion please check the IMDb listing that this movie guide is meant to accompany by copying the title and searching on IMDb.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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
Burn-E Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (2008) challenges students to analyze this 8 minute Pixar animation. Explore how the director gives Burn-E human emotions, discuss Burn-E’s purpose in life and what lessons can be learned from his commitment. Finally, ask students to think about their purpose and/or current goals in life.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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
Riley’s First Date? Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (2015) challenges students to analyze this 5 minute Pixar animation. Explore how Riley’s dad changes his opinion of Jordan (the boy) and why this change occurs. Discuss the theme of this short animation and what lessons students can take away from it. Finally, ask students to formulate their opinion of when it is appropriate for kids to start dating.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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?
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
Tin Toy Pixar Short Video Guide (G - 1988) challenges students to analyze this 5 minute Pixar animation. Compare the animation quality from this early Pixar short to recent animated movies. Think like a director and describe how emotions are communicated without dialogue. Explore the theme of this short and lessons that students can learn from it.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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 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?
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
Red’s Dream Pixar Short Video Guide (G - 1987) challenges students to analyze this 4 minute Pixar animation. Think like a director and ask students to describe how the opening scene creates compassion for the lonely red unicycle. Discuss the use of anthropomorphism, and ask students to write an alternative ending to this sad story. Explore the theme of this Pixar short and lessons that students can learn from it.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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 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?
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 Legend of Mor’du Pixar Short Video Guide (2012) challenges students to analyze this 7 minute Pixar animation. Evaluate the importance of various character traits and abilities. Identify and define unfamiliar words in the witch’s lore. Finally, ask students to write the theme in a single sentence and glean any lessons that can be learned from it.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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 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?
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
Teach CCSS with Moana’s Song Shiny! Use this short 3 minute song to teach a ton of CCSS standards. Explore how lyrics reveal what Tamatoa feels about himself and how he responds to those feelings. Compare Tamatoa to Maui, identify metaphors and discuss what they mean in the context of the song.
This song by Jemaine Clement, along with the lyrics on screen, can be found on YouTube.
The full movie, Moana, is available for streaming on Disney + and the song can be found from the 1:01:30 minute mark.
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This product includes:
An EASEL by TPT version of the student movie guide (compatible with Google Classroom)
A single, 8 page .PDF file consisting of:
A teacher Lesson Plan (1 page)
An answer key (2 pages)
CCSS alignment indicating standards met (1 page)
A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 page)
A student movie guide | Print Version (2 pages)
An About TeacherTravis Intro (1 page)
Is this worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
One Man Band (2005) - Pixar Short Video Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form challenges students to analyze this 4 and a half minute award nominated animation. Identify the conflict, explore how the little girl’s attitude changes throughout the short, explore the life lessons contained in the theme, and challenge students to explore the usage of poetic justice.
This resource consists of 6 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 (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 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
Ciao Alberto Pixar Short Video Guide (G - 2021) challenges students to analyze this 8 minute Pixar animation. Think like a director and describe how despite Alberto’s mistakes, the viewer still wants to see him succeed. Ask students to put themselves in Alberto’s shoes and summarize the experiences he has had with Massimo as he write a letter to his best friend Luca.
This resource consists of 4 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 (1 page)
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 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?
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 I Can Only Imagine - Music Video & Song Lyrics Lesson Plan challenges students to analyze the famous song by MercyMe. Discuss with your students the 5 high-level, short answer questions on the student handout and use the teacher lesson plan to drive the class period and ask additional verbal questions.
This product includes:
A student handout, PDF print version (2 pages)
A student handout, PDF digital fillable form version (2 pages)
A Teacher’s Lesson Plan & Answer Key (3 pages) 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.
Note: You may want to check out this product I Can Only Imagine Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2018)
as the Music Video Lesson Plan is also included as a bonus in the Movie Guide product.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
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