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 : )
The Secret Life of Pets Movie Guide | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 2016) challenges students to connect with the characters and their relationships in this hilarious and cute movie. Introduce students to the concept of anthropomorphism and explore how relationships can change overtime. Discuss the idea of animal control and whether or not it is necessary.
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
Whisk your students away into a world of imagination and child-like wonder. Harry Nilsson, the singer-songwriters who create the lime in the coconut 1970s hit, also created this animated movie for families and kids. Narrated by the Beatles’ Ringo Starr this movie is unlike anything your students has ever seen. Although it is an older animation and the graphics aren’t anywhere near the quality of today’s animations there is a certain charm to this movie. In addition to the dreamy artwork, the story has a great lesson for students to learn about the connection between the point of life and including everyone regardless of our differences. Discuss with your students the 14 high-level short answer and essay questions in this 5 page PDF movie guide. Pause at the designated times on the movie guide for each question and watch your students actively engage with what they have been watching.
Is this movie guide worth it? Check out the reviews and ratings of my other guides, check out the preview file for this product, and download my free Kung Fu Panda 3 Movie Guide here to try before you buy.
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.
Stand and Deliver Movie Viewing Guide | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 1988) challenges students to get the most out of this classic movie about an inspirational teacher in East Los Angeles. Evaluate and compare Mr. Escalante’s and Raquel’s views on student performance and how to improve it. Analyze the lives of some of Mr. Escalante’s students and how determine how they overcome obstacles. This movie inspires students to realize that the only thing holding back performance is persistence, grit and self-confidence.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*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
This Shiloh movie guide is full of educational opportunity. It is a story based on the novel Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor published in 1991. Challenge students to analyze the characters and their beliefs and create their own opinions about how humans should treat dogs. Journey through the movie as a class, pause at the designated times, and then discuss and answer 11 high-level short answer and essay questions.
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 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
How the Grinch Stole Christmas is an entertaining movie that teaches an important lesson about how Christmas can become just about shopping and gifts. Take full advantage of the learning opportunities in this film with this movie guide. Journey through the movie as a class, pause at the designated times, and discuss and answer 11 high-level short answer and essay questions in this 4 page PDF movie guide.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Greater Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Slides (PG - 2016) challenges students to connect with and analyze the inspirational story of Brandon Burlsworth. The best inspirational football movie since Rudy! Teach students the concepts of faith, determination, teamwork and accepting people for who they are in this fantastic movie.
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
*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 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 Fences Movie Viewing Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG13 - 2016) challenges students to take an in-depth look at the life of a sometimes larger than life, middle aged garbage truck driver that endured many hardships in his life. This is a great movie to explore and discuss relationships, family dynamics and the struggles and gray areas in life.
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)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/trolls-world-tour-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12293256)
* [Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/onward-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12290082)
* [The Lightning Thief](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief-movie-viewing-guide-pg-2010-11752241)
* [Kung Fu Panda 3]( https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/kung-fu-panda-3-movie-guide-11597899)
This is the movie based on the famous Newbery Honor winning book Hatchet by Gary Paulsen in 1986. Challenge students to analyze Brian’s experience and evaluate his behavior and the lessons he learned. Connect Brian’s experiences and choices to what your students would’ve have done in his position. Explore the literary tool of flashbacks and discuss what value they bring to the story.
Check the sample questions to see if this movie guide is suitable for your students. 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)
*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 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 BFG Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG - 2016) will encourage your students to stretch their minds while they analyze this whimsical, imaginative movie based on the novel by Roald Dahl. Steven Spielberg does a fantastic job communicating the wonder and creativity of giant country and Sophie’s endearing relationship with BFG. Challenge students to interpret ‘giant’ language and connect with the BFG’s emotions. Finally, discuss what natural event this movie represents.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*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 Hamlet Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG - 1990) will increase your students’ comprehension of this Shakespeare classic. Challenge students to connect with the complexity of Shakespeare’s characters and their decisions. Evaluate Hamlet’s view of death and discuss lessons one can learn from this famous tragedy.
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
Fantastic Mr. Fox Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 2009) challenges students to analyze the movie version of Roald Dahl’s classic elementary school novel. Discuss with students valuable lessons about diversity, coming up with creative solutions and how we view ourselves.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*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
Asking your students to watch and process this video can be a life changing event. Bullying has been, and continues to be a hot topic. Let students see a behind the scenes look at what bullying does to students and their families. Challenge them to look inwards and ask themselves how they can be part of the solution.
Note: This is the 2011 title, NOT the 2001 or the 2015 Bully 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:**
* 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)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/trolls-world-tour-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12293256)
* [Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/onward-free-movie-guide-questions-worksheet-pg-2020-12290082)
* [The Lightning Thief](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief-movie-viewing-guide-pg-2010-11752241)
* [Kung Fu Panda 3]( https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/kung-fu-panda-3-movie-guide-11597899)
This Studio Ghibli Movie Guide MEGA Bundle is great to have in your emergency fun toolkit for ELA substitutes or supplemental material for your class.
Check the preview files for each individual product to see high resolution sample questions and decide if these guides are suitable for your students.
Search of these movie guides listed below in my TES store to see more details, and sample pictures of the questions for each movie:
Castle in the Sky (PG - 1986)
Howl’s Moving Castle (PG - 2004)
My Neighbor Totoro (G - 1988)
Spirited Away (PG - 2001)
Kiki’s Delivery Service (G - 1989)
Grave of the Fireflies (NR - 1988)
Princess Mononoke (PG13 - 1997)
Ponyo (G - 2008)
Porco Rosso (PG - 1992)
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (NR - 1984)
The Selena Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 1997) challenges students to connect with Selena, her father, their family and their decisions. Explore the difficulties they encounter as Mexican Americans and Selena’s journey of finding her voice. Analyze the style in which Abraham and Marcela raise Selena and compare it to what your students have experienced. Finally, use details from the story to write about why Selena is an inspirational figure to so many people.
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
42: Jackie Robinson Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google (PG13 - 2013) challenges students to analyze this heroic story of Jackie Robinson, the first African American player in the MLB. This historic event of significant consequence is a great way to teach students about the mistakes of the past and how not to repeat them. Explore how role models affect a young boy in the stands and ask students to describe how they would’ve tried to change their teammates perspective on Jackie. Finally, identify the characteristics of bullies by studying Ben Chapman’s character.
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