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 League of Their Own Movie Guide | Questions | Google Forms (PG - 1992) challenges students to explore and discuss the creation of the AAGPBL. Ask students to explore how characters change throughout the film and whether or not a league like this would be successful in today’s time. Compare how Ernie, the recruiter, views female athletes with how a professional sport agent would do so today. Discuss and evaluate the AAGPBL promotional video and how the fans first react to the league.
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 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. This guide is also aligned to 5th grade standards, however, I think grade 7 would be the youngest suitable age group.
**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 Croods Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Classroom (PG - 2013) challenges students to analyze characters, their growth and relationships. Think like a director and describe how we know the Croods are discovering for the first time concepts like fire and windows. Explore how and why the Croods start to adopt some of Guy’s ideas and perspective on life. Finally, research and compare the Croods and Guy to Neanderthals and Cro-Magnons.
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 & Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Over the Moon Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Classroom (PG - 2020) challenges students to analyze characters, their decisions and relationships. Write in first person, identify puns, and summarize character viewpoints. Discuss what it means to become mature and explore how Fei Fei changes throughout the film. Finally, challenge students to do independent research on magnetic levitation and Maglev trains.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
EXTRA BONUS MATERIAL
This movie guides includes A Big Mooncake for Little Star Read Aloud Book Guide for teachers interested in exploring 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.
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 & Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Flora & Ulysses Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Form (PG - 2021) challenges students to analyze Ulysses’ impact on Flora and her family. Explore the idea of being a cynic and how Flora changes throughout the film. Think like a director and examine how the chase scene in this film is made unique and entertaining. Discuss how characters in the movie ‘flared up like a flame’ and remembered to ‘turn back’ and then ask students to write about how they could do the same in their own way.
NOTE: This movie can be streamed now on Disney +
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 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
Pixar Short Video Guide Bundle | SAVE 35% | Theme | Plot | Infer | Questions are great to have in your emergency fun toolkit for ELA substitutes, short no-prep lessons, or supplemental material for your English class.
Guides included in this bundle (search my store to see sample questions for each guide):
DUG’S SPECIAL MISSION (2009)
ONE MAN BAND (2005)
LIFTED (2006)
FOR THE BIRDS (2000)
PIPER (2016)
BAO (2018)
PRESTO (2008)
PARTLY CLOUDY (2009)
GERI’S GAME (1997)
LA LUNA (2011)
Each guide in the bundle 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 (2 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)
CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image) 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.
Check the preview files for each individual products to see high resolution sample questions and decide if these guides are suitable for your students. These resources consists of 6 high-level, short answer and reflection questions that will do more than ask your students to regurgitate information.
The One and Only Ivan Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 2020) challenges students to get the most out of this film that is based on the true story of Ivan the lowland gorilla. Ask students to connect with Ivan’s journey, evaluate what being a silverback means to him, and analyze his decisions. Compare and contrast the other circus animals and rank their likelihood of surviving in the ‘wild’. Discuss what Stella means when she says that humans try to make amends, and judge whether or not Mack needs to make amends. Finally challenge students to write a persuasive essay on whether or not zoos and circuses should exist.
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 Christmas Story Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 1983) brings this classic Christmas tale to life. Ask students to relate to Ralph’s journey and pass judgement on his punishments. Discuss how important Christmas time is to your students and whether they feel the same excitement as Ralph. Ponder Ralph’s descriptive way with words and interpret a few of his phrases. Finally, explore the differences in which Ralph and his parents view the air rifle, curse words, and the Christmas season.
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
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium Movie Guide | Questions | Google (G - 2007) asks students to ponder the importance of the magical and the world of pretend. Discuss what the word ‘mutant’ means in the context of the film and whether or not Mr. Weston deserves this title by the end of the story. Analyze the Congreve cube and why it is the perfect test for Mahoney. Finally, think critically about what life might look like if one ‘rises to the occasion’ daily.
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 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
Toy Story 2 Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google (G - 1999) challenges students to analyze characters, conflicts and imagine what they would do if they were in a similar situation. Use context to determine the meaning of the word ‘shelved’ in Woody’s world. Think like a director and identify how the viewer can tell the old Buzz from the new Buzz. Ask students to write the dialogue to a bonus scene for when Andy returns to his room and finds Jessie and Bullseye among his old toys.
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 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
Space Jam: A New Legacy Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google (PG - 2021) challenges students to analyze relationships, choices, and life fundamentals. Discuss parent/child relationships and the delicate balance between strong guidance and letting kids ‘do them’. Explore vocabulary throughout the film such as algorithms, heuristic algorithms, holography and haptic technology. Challenge students to check out kid-friendly coding websites and identify the difference between playing video games passively and actively coding them.
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 & Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Selma, Lord, Selma Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Classroom (TV - 1999) challenges students to connect with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s movement through the lens of 11 year old Sheyann. Analyze the struggle between using King’s non-violent approach and reacting violently to the injustice they face. Explore the arguments some people in Selma, Alabama have for not wanting to join the movement. Discuss the ever present conflict of wanting to stand up for what is right and wanting to stay silent and safe. Finally, challenge students to research and react to primary source content of Bloody Sunday (03/07/1965) and President Johnson’s Civil Rights speech (03/15/1965).
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 & Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Croods: A New Age Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Classroom (PG - 2020) challenges students to analyze characters, their growth and relationships. Think like a director to identify how it’s made clear to the viewer that Thunk has never seen a window before. Use context to guess the definition of the word condescension, compare being addicted to ‘the window’ with what people are addicted to today, explore the conflict Guy and Eep experience and discuss possible solutions. Finally, compare the lifestyle of the Croods and the Bettermans and consider the underlying reasons for their differences.
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 & Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Toy Story 3 Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Classroom (G - 2010) challenges students to analyze characters, their arguments and their decisions. Compare Buzz before and after his factory reset and contrast the Butterfly and Caterpillar rooms at Sunnyside. Discuss the concept of revenge and how Woody handles the ‘Lotso situation’ at the end of the movie. Finally, ask students to explore and describe what Barbie meant when she talked about the consent of the governed.
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
This Racing Extinction Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Google Forms (2015) challenges students to digest all the content in this hard-hitting, information dense film. Discuss concepts of climate change, black markets of endangered species, ocean acidification, phytoplankton, and livestock agriculture. Ask students to explore the problems and solutions presented in the film and then use those concepts to create solutions of their own. Research and describe the five mass extinction events. Finally, encourage students to write an action plan for ways they can help right now and 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)
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 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 Secret Life of Pets 2 Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to connect with the characters and analyze their decisions. Explore the concepts of parenting and whether or not Liam should be exposed to danger. Examine Rooster as a role model compared to the modern role models of your students. Finally, ask students to explain in their own words Max’s life advice about either running from, or running at, the challenges life puts in your path.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Aladdin Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to analyze characters, their decisions and learn from their mistakes. Explore the idea of self-confidence through Aladdin’s journey and Jafar’s flaw of greed. Discuss how Jasmine is viewed as a woman and her fight to be heard and become Sultan despite a century of tradition.
Note: This is the new version of Disney’s Aladdin. If you are looking for the older 1992 please find it among my other movie guides.
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
Missing Link Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to analyze characters, their decisions and concepts that may otherwise be viewed and quickly forgotten. Explore how Mr. Link and Lionel change throughout the movie, use geography skills to determine which routes Lionel picks to avoid Mr. Stenk, and discuss whether or not it is Shangri La that is lost or the people that seek it. Share with the class how Mr. Link’s literal understanding of English lends to humorous moments and think critically about the existence of clubs like Piggot-Dunceby’s in society.
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
Dumbo Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to analyze the characters, their decisions, their flaws, and how they change throughout the movie. Examine the way this movie uses anthropomorphism to help viewers connect with Dumbo and what elements of Dumbo’s character a real elephant would share. Ask students to identify the poetic justice in the film and think about how Milly’s scientific view of the world helps Dumbo eventually be reunited with his mom.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Pokémon Detective Pikachu Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to analyze the characters, their decisions and their internal struggles. Ask students to make predictions based on their background Pokémon knowledge or previous scenes from the movie. Explore Pickahu’s regret and self-confidence along with Tim’s realization that he needs a partner. Finally, analyze Howard’s evil plan and why it isn’t fair to the humans or the Pokémon.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Turn 10 classic, G-rated movies into effective learning opportunities for your students!
See the preview file for a free, editable, teacher lesson plan for using a movie guide and seamlessly ask a substitute teacher to use this resource.
These movie guides are great for:
substitute lessons since they are G-rated and shouldn’t require a permission slip from students
a way to sprinkle some education into a classroom movie viewing party
Stress free activities before holiday breaks
Reward activities after testing
Challenging students to do more than just regurgitate information, the questions require students to analyze, evaluate, apply and create their own meaning from the film
This Movie Guide Bundle includes the following 10 G-Rated Movie Guides:
To see more details about each movie guide please visit their individual product pages.
The Little Mermaid (G - 1989)
Beauty and the Beast (G - 1991)
Aladdin (G - 1992)
Black Beauty (G - 1994)
The Lion King (G - 1994)
Toy Story (G - 1995)
Pocahontas (G - 1995)
A Bug’s Life (G - 1998)
Mulan (G - 1998)
Tarzan (G - 1999)
Note: At this point only Pocahontas and The Lion King contain answer keys.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3