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 : )
This Pixar Short Super-Duper AMAZING Bundle include 30 Pixar Short Video Guides plus season of the Cars on the Road series. This is great to have in your emergency fun toolkit for ELA substitutes, short no-prep lessons, or supplemental material for your English class.
Note: As an added bonus file, the full season 1 of the Popcorn Pixar Shorts Bundle ($4.79) is also included, making this bundle over 50% off : )
Each product in the bundle includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (1 or 2 pages)
A Google Form or Slides Version of the Movie Guide
Some also contain TPT EASEL activities
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.
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 product to see high resolution sample questions and decide if these guides are suitable for your students. These resources consists of high-level, short answer and reflection questions that will do more than ask your students to regurgitate information.
Note: Due to copyright restrictions, links or downloads to the videos themselves are not included in this product.
McFarland, USA Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2015) challenges students to analyze this powerful story about persistence, community, family values, and teamwork. Ask students to compare the average student at their school with a student at McFarland. Explore how Coach Jim White’s approach allows him to learn about the values and characteristics of the Mexican-American culture in McFarland. Write an essay about how to integrate some of these positive aspects of McFarland’s community into your own community.
Note: This movie is based on the true story of Jim White and the McFarland cross country team that won the 1987 state championship.
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 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 Hamilton Movie Guide accompanies the live recording of the popular Broadway Musical released by Disney Plus July 2020. Challenge students to connect with the vibrant characters, their decisions and relationships. Explore the meaning and rhyming structure of lyrics, compare Burr and Hamilton as their roller coaster of a relationship unfolds, and connect the ten duel commandments with how disputes are handled in today’s society. Identify character mantras throughout the film, analyze Eliza’s reaction to the Reynold’s Pamphlet, determine if King George’s behavior matches his words and much more.
This resource consists of 19 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
Temple Grandin Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TVPG - 2010) challenges students to see the world through Temple’s eyes. Encourage students to think critically about how they treat others that are different, but not less. Explore the obstacles Temple had to overcome and the metaphorical doors she persisted in opening as she changed the lives of millions and millions of cattle each year.
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)
A Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide (Note: Google Forms no longer included)
*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
This Despicable Me Movie Guide (PG - 2010) challenges students to explore the themes of character change, plot progression, and relationships. Examine how Gru’s character evolves from a selfish villain to a caring father figure, and discuss the impact of the girls on his transformation. Explore how the film uses foreshadowing and montage to enhance the narrative, giving students the tools to recognize these techniques in other stories. Define the ‘Nefario Principle’ and how it relates to the masses of objects in the movie. Finally, give students a choice to write their own bedtime story using rhyme and personal experience or explore how the moon suddenly vanishing might affect real people on Earth.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Despicable Me 2 Movie Guide (PG - 2013) challenges students to identify plot twists, foreshadowing and the internal conflicts that Agnes and Gru struggle with throughout the movie. Reflect on how Gru was treating in grade school and the effects it had on him and how it led to his fears of dating. Ask students to learn lessons about treating their classmates with respect to avoid painful experiences like Gru had. Share opinions about if Gru should or shouldn’t accept offers to join AVL or El Macho’s evil plan. Finally, choose between two interdisciplinary questions about how a real PX-41 Serum could negatively affect our world if released into the wild and/or write a mother’s day card inspired by Agnes.
Optionally: Ask students to listen for and define 5 Spanish phrases/words used throughout the movie.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Inside Out 2 (PG - 2024) Movie Guide challenges students to:
Explore complex emotions and decision-making processes as Riley becomes a teenager.
Discuss how Riley’s interactions with her emotions lead to personal growth and changes in her belief system.
Analyze how each emotion contributes to her decisions, such as allowing her friend Grace to score the final goal.
Identify behaviors triggered by Riley’s new emotions like envy, anxiety, embarrassment, and ennui.
Encourage students to consider how internal conflicts shape a person’s identity and the importance of self-awareness and emotional regulation.
Ask students to reflect on their connection with Riley’s new belief system created once Joy and Anxiety stop trying to control her.
Debate the statement: “Emotions, on their own, are not good or bad; it’s how we process them and keep them balanced that is important.”
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Don Quixote Movie Guide (NR - 2015) challenges students to explore themes of illusion vs. reality, chivalry, and the power of imagination. Discuss the implications of his actions for himself and those around him, including his faithful squire Sancho and his worried niece Antonia. Analyze the contrasts between Sancho’s practical outlook and Don Quixote’s idealistic pursuits by analyzing quotes from the movie. Debate whether Don Quixote’s quests are purely delusional or if they hold a deeper significance in challenging societal norms and pursuing personal ideals. Should people pursue their dreams no matter how fanciful? Is chivalry dead? Should it be?
To avoid confusion please make sure the version of the video you’d like to use is the same version that the movie guide is meant to supplement search Don Quixote 2015 on IMDb. The directors of the film are
David Beier, Dave Dorsey, Mahin Ibrahim.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Despicable Me Movie Guide Bundle includes all four movie in the series.
Growing Bundle
I’ll make this a growing bundle if there any more Despicable Me movies released in the future I’ll add them to this bundle.
Search for all four movies on my store to see sample questions in order to decide if these are right for your classroom.
These movie guides are great for:
A substitute emergency lesson plan (just print & press play!)
Stress free activities before holiday breaks or after testing
These resources consists of 11 or 12 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
Each movie has a product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Paddington Movie Guide (PG - 2014) challenges students to learn life lessons from the experiences of Paddington Bear. Based on the famous character and stories written by Michael Bond, Paddington explores a new world and learns an important lesson about being comfortable in his own skin. Discuss Paddington’s fears about moving to London and how his experiences mirror those of anyone facing a major life change. Analyze the relationships within the Brown family, considering how each member’s quirks contribute to the family dynamic.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Paddington Movie Guide Bundle includes both movie in the series.
Growing Bundle I’ll make this a growing bundle and will add the newest Paddington in Peru movie planned for release in late 2024 when it is available.
Search for both movies on my store to see sample questions in order to decide if these are right for your classroom.
These movie guides are great for:
A substitute emergency lesson plan (just print & press play!)
Stress free activities before holiday breaks or after testing
These resources consists of 11 and 14 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
Each movie has a product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Get Over It Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2001) challenges students explore concepts like dating, attraction, depression, character traits and artistic integrity. Ask students to compare the movie’s characters with the characters in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, on which the film is loosely based on.
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
This El Norte (R - 1983) Movie Guide challenges students to analyze Enrique’s internal conflict as he chooses between staying to help his family or fleeing for a chance at survival. Discuss the powerful lessons Enrique learns from his father about the oppression of peasants and how these lessons shape his decisions throughout the film. Explore the harsh realities Enrique and Rosita face on their journey north, such as navigating a dangerous underground tunnel and dealing with people they must learn to trust or suspect. Finally, reflect on the symbolism of Enrique raising his arm to offer labor and the haunting final image of his father’s severed head.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Pachamama (2018) Movie Guide challenges students to:
Contrast the offerings of Tepulpai and Naïra during the Pachamama ceremony and analyze what their choices say about their characters.
Discuss whether Tepulpai is selfish and provide examples from the movie to support the argument.
Interpret the meaning behind the chasqui’s description of a “floating house,” “metal skin,” and “spitting fire” in relation to the Spanish invaders.
Analyze how Tepulpai’s realization about taking things without permission begins to change his character and behavior.
Explain why the shaman rewards Tepulpai with his drum and the title of “little shaman” and what it signifies about Tepulpai’s growth.
Explore how Tepulpai and Naïra change each other throughout the movie and argue who experiences the greatest transformation.
Evaluate the historical accuracy of Pachamama by selecting 4 topics, such as Inca religion, quipus, the Spanish conquest, and the cultural significance of gold, and comparing how these are depicted in the movie with researched facts about the Inca Empire.
Optionally: Ask students to listen for and define 6 Inca-related words used throughout the movie.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
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:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Catch Me If You Can Movie Guide (2002) challenge students to explore themes of deception, criminal justice, redemption, and personal transformation. Discuss the complexity of Frank Jr.'s character, his father’s influence, and the dynamic between Frank and Carl. Analyze how both main characters symbolize the idea that sometimes living a lie is easier than being honest with yourself. Debate whether or not Frank Jr.'s character is moral, if Carl’s redemption plan for Frank Jr. was successful, and finally what he would’ve needed to learn in order to pull off identity theft in the present day.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 16 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (5 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (5 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**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
The Wild Robot Movie Guide (PG - 2024) challenges students to explore themes of friendship, family, and acceptance. Discuss how Roz learns to communicate with the animals and becomes part of their community. Identify how and why her relationships change from when she first arrives on the island to when she states she is “a wild robot”. Reflect on the importance of understanding others and overcoming differences. Encourage students to think about the choices Roz makes, especially her decision to leave the island to protect her friends. Explore what students think about their current relationship with computers/robots and whether or not in the future they think they might have a relationship with a robot like Roz and Brightbill had.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of this movie, see the IMDb listing by searching the movie title.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
-An Answer Key w/ CCSS Alignment (4 Pages)
-A Student Movie Guide (4 Pages)
-A PDF with link to a Google Slides version (1 Page)
CCSS alignment, Admin Movie Request and Permission Slip (2 Pages)
-A free resources and ‘About’ section (8 Pages - Not included in the page count for this product)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This reader’s theater script for Frankenstein is based on Mary Shelley’s original 1818 short story. It is great for learning centers or station rotations and covers themes of Responsibility, Isolation, Ambition, Nature vs. Nurture, and Consequences. The reading difficulty is suitable for grades 6~12 depending on the levels represented in your classroom.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Student Script (9 Characters, 1100 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
10 Comprehension Questions and 10 Vocabulary Words to study
Student Reader’s Theater Tips
Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
General Tips for Using this Resource:
Print one, double-sided script for each student
For digital classrooms, upload the MSWORD DOC version and convert to Google docs
Character roles can be adjusted based on class size; characters can be combined or split as needed
This free reader’s theater script is part of a Bundle of 5 Scripts here : ) DOWNLOAD
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 reader’s theater script for The Ugly Duckling includes three differentiated versions for different grade levels. This story focuses on the timeless themes of acceptance, self-discovery, and resilience. Each version is designed with age-appropriate language and Flesch-Kincaid reading scores to ensure engagement and comprehension for students in grades 3-8.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Grades 3-4 Version (18 Characters, 1100 words, 8 pages)
Grades 5-6 Version (18 Characters, 1250 words, 8 pages)
Grades 7-8 Version (18 Characters, 2000 words, 10 pages)
Student Reader’s Theater Tips
Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary Sections for Each Version
NOTE: All files are in editable DOCX and PDF formats.
General Tips for Using this Resource:
Print one, double-sided script for each student
For digital classrooms, upload the MSWORD DOC version and convert to Google docs
Character roles can be adjusted based on class size; characters can be combined or split as needed.
Download these movie guides for free:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This FREE reader’s theater script for The Birth of Jesus is based on the accounts from Luke 2 and Matthew 1 & 2. This resource includes two differentiated versions for grade levels 3~5 and 6~8., each version is designed with age-appropriate language and Flesch-Kincaid reading scores. This story focuses on the themes of Hope, Faith, and God’s Protection.
This short script should take about +15 minutes to read depending on your classroom’s level. They are perfect for supplementing bible class, reading practice, small group reading, centers/stations or just getting comfortable reading in public.
This script tells the story of the birth of Jesus. Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem because of a census. When they arrive, there’s no room at the inn, so they stay in a stable. Jesus is born there and laid in a manger. Angels tell shepherds about Jesus’ birth, and they visit him. Wise men from the East follow a star to find Jesus and bring him gifts. King Herod wants to harm Jesus, but Joseph is warned in a dream, and the family escapes to Egypt. Later, they return safely to Nazareth, where Jesus grows up.
This product includes a zip file consisting of:
Grades 3-5 Version (12 Characters, 600 words, 8 pages)
Grades 9-12 Version (9 Characters, 650 words, 7 pages)
Student & Teacher Reader’s Theater Tips & Notes
10 Comprehension Short Answer/Discussion Questions and 10 Vocabulary Words
NOTE: All files are in editable DOCX and PDF formats.
Download these movie guides for free:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Reader’s Theater Bundle of 5 Short Horror Scripts is perfect for reading practice, small groups, stations, Halloween activities or just getting comfortable reading in public.
**This product includes the following Reader’s Theater Scripts:
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Frankenstein: (9 Characters, 1100 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: (10 Characters, 800 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Lottery: (12 Characters, 1200 words, 9 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Monkey’s Paw: (7 Characters, 900 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
The Murders in the Rue Morgue: (10 Characters, 1400 words, 7 pages in DOCX/PDF)
General Tips for Using this Resource:
Print one, double-sided script for each student
For digital classrooms, upload the MSWORD DOC version and convert to Google docs
Character roles can be adjusted based on class size; characters can be combined or split as needed
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Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3