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 : )
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
This Because of Winn-Dixie Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2005) helps students analyze the many lessons contained in this movie based on the Newbery Honor novel written by Kate DiCamillo’s in 2000. Challenge students to think critically about how Opal makes a positive impact on her community and what they can do to replicate that in their own way. Finally, explore why sharing your feelings, like joy and sorrow are important for healthy relationships.
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 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
Just Eat it: A Food Waste Story Documentary Movie Guide (NR - 2014) challenges students to analyze and internalize how food is wasted, and what we can do about it. Explore the concept of gleaning and research whether or not there are local opportunities. Ask students to take what they have learned and unpack it, by writing a persuasive paragraphs to someone who hasn’t seen the film based on the film’s key words: Perfection, Mindset, Consequence, Recovery and Change.
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)
*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
A Wrinkle in Time Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2018) challenges students to analyze and learn life lessons from Madeleine L’Engle’s 1962 classic novel. Explore how and why the characters treat each other the way they do and encourage students to put themselves into the characters shoes and make their own decisions. Ask students to pick one of the many great quotes throughout the movie and apply it to their lives.
Note: The final question, number 12 requires students to have read the novel. If they haven’t please skip the final page of the movie guide.
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.
*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 Robinson Crusoe | The Wild Life Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) helps students analyze this kid friendly adaptation of the 1719 novel by Daniel Defoe from the animals’ perspective. Challenge your students to think critically about why Crusoe and the animals are initially scared of each other and how anthropomorphism is used to bring the animals and their personalities to life.
Note: The original international title is Robinson Crusoe 2016, the exact same movie was released under the title The Wild Life 2016 in North America.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Miracle Season Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2018) helps students analyze the amazing strength characters like Kelley Fliehler, Coach Kathy Bresnahan and Ernie Founder displayed during the 2011 Iowa City West High School volleyball season. Ask students to think for themselves about the importance of facing your fears and having the courage to try your best even when failure is a likely outcome.
This is a great story to build up the moral and team spirit of any group of students dealing with adversity.
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
The Monuments Men Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2014) challenges student to analyze the characters and their real life counterparts in this brave quest to secure Europe’s cultural heritage. Ask students to ponder whether or not any piece of art is worth a human’s life and conduct extended research on a piece of art highlighted in the 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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
This National Treasure Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2004) challenges students to explore secret societies like the Freemasons and the Knights Templar as they join Benjamin Gates on an epic historical treasure hunt. Ask students to try their hand and decoding some of the clues Ben finds and also to create their own Ottendorf Cipher. Encourage students to do their own research as they fact check the historical accuracy of some of the statements made in the movie.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
Where the Red Fern Grows Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2003) challenges students to think critically about where Billy’s character traits come from and how he demonstrates them. Explore how Billy handles conflict and how students can apply these lessons to their own lives. This is the 2003 version of the film based on Wilson Rawls’ 1961 novel.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
The Treasure Island Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 1990) challenges students to put themselves into Jim Hawkin’s shoes and evaluate the decisions he makes in Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1882 novel. Discuss and determine if there is a protagonist and antagonist in the story. Ask students to write a first person journal entry as if they were Jim explaining the lessons they learned from the famous Long John Silver.
Note: This movie guide is for the 1990 version of this film with Charlton Heston and Christian Bale.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
The Cay Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 1974) challenges students to develop empathy by placing themselves into the shoes of Phillip and Timothy. This movie is based on the 1969 novel of the same name written by Theodore Taylor.
Note: The time stamps on this movie guide match up with the youtube version which can be found searching: ““The Cay” (1974) - FULL TV Movie HQ”
However, this is not my video and this link may or may not be available in the future. If you have a different version of the film, the time stamps may be off by a few seconds, in this case, I’ve also included a short description of where to stop the film for each question.
This resource consists of 8 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 (3 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (3 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
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
The Watsons Go to Birmingham Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2013) challenges students to analyze the Byron, Kenny and his family’s decisions and principles. Explore how Byron grows in maturity and compare how Grandma Sands and Wilona view educating their children about life’s troubles. Ponder what the ‘Wooh Pooh’ represents in Kenny’s life and what it means to each student.
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)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
A Suitable Girl Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (2017) challenges students compare their lives and views about marriages with Indian culture. Explore the relationships parents have with their children and think about their own values and relationships. Ask students to describe the best method they think there is for finding a life a partner.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Chicken Little Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 2005) challenges students to analyze the events, concepts and characters in the movie and apply their lessons to their own lives. Explore the idea of closure, what it looks like, why it is important and how to get it. Guide students to think about the value of extinguishing misunderstandings before they turn into big problems like when the aliens almost destroy Oakey Oaks over a simple misunderstanding.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
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
Mary Poppins Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 1964) challenges student to analyze this classic movie and learn some real life lessons. Ask students to view child rearing from the multiple perspectives of Mr. Banks, Mary Poppins, the kids and your students themselves. Explore ways in which your students can make their chores more interesting and how the imagery of the film helps convey meaning to the viewers.
Note: This film is a Disney adaptation of P. L. Travers’ series of stories from 1934 - 1962, he went on to publish more books in the series after this film.
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 (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 & 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
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
This National Treasure I & II Movie Guide Bundle | Questions | Worksheet includes the following two products:
National Treasure Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2004)
National Treasure: Book of Secrets Movie Guide | Questions (PG - 2007)
Save 30% compared to buying both movie guides individually.
The .zip file includes the following for both movie guides:
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
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
This Les Misérables Movie Guide is for the 1998 version of the film starring Liam Neeson. This resource consists of 15 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information. Challenge students connect the experiences of Jean Valjean, Javert, and Cosette to their own lives and learn life lessons from this fascinating story. Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions : )
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 not included as many questions are open-ended and encourage students to analyze the film. Many answers will not fit into a ‘box’. Students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
The Wizard of Oz Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 1939) challenges students to put themselves in the shoes of the characters and learn personal lessons from their journeys. Discuss what each character is missing, how they prove they actually already have it, and the advice they each get from the mystical Wizard of Oz. Analyze song lyrics and determine if the Wizard of Oz is fond of alliteration.
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
