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 : )
Sing 2 Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions | Google Slides (PG - 2021) challenges students to analyze characters, their decisions and interactions. Practice persuasive writing, use context to determine nuance in word usage and meaning. Connect song lyrics to the plot and finally discuss what it means to have guts, stamina and faith.
This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
*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
FernGully: The Last Rain Forest Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 1992) asks students to connect the concepts in this movie to the real world. Challenge students to think about Hexxus and what happened to Ralph and Tony in the Leveler to the way humans sometimes act in the real world. Encourage students to apply what they have learned about context to what characters say in the film. For example when Batty tells Zak, "Truth doesn’t always win friends, but it certainly influences people.”
Examine the lyrics to Batty’s song and ask students to identify rhyming pairs and unfamiliar vocabulary.
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
This Food, Inc. Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2008) will transform the way your students think about the food industry. This movie guide is a great tool to get them thinking about their own choices and what part they can play in the future of the food industry.
This resource consists of 10 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
**This product .zip file includes:**
* A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
* A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters' dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
* Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
* Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
* Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
* [Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)](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 Trolls Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) challenges students to analyze the decisions that Poppy, Branch and other characters make throughout the movie. Ask students to identify different looking trolls and describe how the other trolls treat them despite their differences. Explore the meaning of happiness and what mistake the Bergens made in trying to achieve it. Take full advantage of the learning opportunities in this musical, whimsical and inspiring film.
This resource consists of 11 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Storm Boy Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to learn from the characters’ decisions and struggles in this powerful story. Ask students to compare their childhood to Mike’s as he takes care of three baby pelicans and demonstrates tremendous sympathy, bravery and imagination. Explore the concept of animal sanctuaries and the delicate balance between allowing businesses to make a profit and yet protect the environment at the same time. Finally, take a look at the importance and complications within parent-child relationships.
Note: This movie is based on the famous 1964 children’s book by Colin Thiele.
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
Pocahontas Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 1995) is great for class parties or a substitute lesson plan. It is suitable for very young ages since it is rated G. Challenge students to think about this story on another level and connect the lessons that the characters learn in the film. Explore the dangerous idea of believing people that are different or inherently evil. Ask students to predict, compare and analyze the choices that Thomas, John Smith and Pocahontas are faced with.
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
The Help Movie Viewing Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG13 - 2011) guides students during this a powerful, Oscar winning movie. Give your students a glimpse into life during the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. Discuss and analyze issues of equality, fear and peer pressure. Challenge students to connect with the characters and their decisions. Explore the meaning behind Constantine’s advice to Skeeter regarding the concept of ‘ugliness’.
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
San Andreas Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2015) challenges students to analyze the characters, their relationships, rescue abilities and traits. Explore the current ability of scientists to predict earthquakes and the tectonic plates that form the San Andreas fault line. Ask students to research the use of CPR and the DRS-ABCD emergency action plan.
NOTE: SKIP 54:25-54:35 to avoid the f-word as Emma calls Daniel out for leaving Blake to die (This is noted on the movie guide as well)
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
Pan’s Labyrinth Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 2006) challenges students to analyze and learn life lessons from Ofelia’s experiences with Captain Vidal, her mom, the faun and other characters she meets in her fantasy. Ask students to study the depth of Captain Vidal’s character and the poetic justice that director Guillermo del Toro delivers. Explore the historical links to this movie and the theme of obeying orders without question.
Note: Although this movie is rated R, there was only one instance of the f-word. The rating is mostly due to the graphic content of violence and Captain Vidal’s facial wound…
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
Learning to Skateboard in a Warzone (Like a Girl) Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TVMA - 2019) challenges students put themselves in the shoes of the young girls attending Skateistan. Compare what courage means to the girls in the film with what it means to students at your school. Discuss how learning to skateboard affects the girls and their confidence and what activities your students can learn that will have a similar effect.
This resource consists of 6 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (2 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (2 pages)
A Google Forms Version of the Movie Guide
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Banker Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2020) challenges students to identify and learn from the characteristics that make Bernard successful despite great obstacles. Discuss and determine whether Matt’s actions are ethical or just fair business negotiations. Explore the real reason behind Bernard and Joe’s risky venture to buy the Mainland bank in Texas. Research the Fair Housing Act legislation passed in 1968 and use primary sources to explain what it entails.
This movie is available for streaming on Apple TV+ of March 2020.
This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (4 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (4 pages)
A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions (PG - 1993) challenges students to evaluate Sister Mary’s inspirational methods to completely transform a classroom. Explore Rita’s complex character and discuss the meaning of friendship. Write persuasive letters to Rita’s mom when she forces Rita to quit the choir. Compare the students in this 1993 movie to modern day students. Finally, take a self-reflecting look at Sister Mary’s motto and how your students lives would change if they lived by it.
Note: This movie stars Whoopi Goldberg & Lauryn Hill.
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 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 tragic and powerful movie, based on John Boyne’s 2006 novel, encourages students to think about the horrors of WWII and identify why critical thinking is necessary to make sure we don’t repeat the mistakes of history. Ask students to explore the concept of group think and use details from the film to broaden their understanding of propaganda and its result.
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)
*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
Challenge students to analyze the themes of kindness, identity, and perseverance in Paddington 2 with this movie guide. Discuss the significance of symbols like the pop-up book, marmalade, and Paddington’s hat, and how they contribute to the movie’s message. Explore how Paddington’s optimistic outlook affects those around him, even in challenging situations like being wrongly accused. Reflect on the impact of community support in clearing Paddington’s name and the importance of not jumping to conclusions without all the facts. Unpack the power of forgiveness and making amends through Paddington’s interactions with other characters, especially in situations of misunderstanding and conflict.
Discuss with your students 14 high-level, short answer and essay questions by pausing at the designated times on the movie guide. See the thumbnails for example questions.
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.
For more product images and sample questions please visit:
http://k12movieguides.com/product/diary-wimpy-kid-long-haul-movie-guide/
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
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
The Peter Rabbit Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 2018) challenges students to interact with the characters in the movie. Ask students to connect their life experiences with Peter Rabbits siblings and their struggle for dominance. Encourage students to learn how to grow up and become more mature like Peter Rabbit does at the end of the 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
A generic movie guide permission slip
**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 Cesar Chavez Movie Guide (PG13 - 2014) Spanish | Español | Worker’s Rights | covers a gripping story about the struggle for farm workers’ rights in the 1960s. Explore Cesar’s relationship with his son Fernando. Ask students to put themselves in the shoes of main characters and relate to them using their own experiences. Discuss the power of boycotting and how Chavez used it. Finally, think like a director and debate how the use of real footage from the 1960’s affects the viewer.
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 movie guide is completely in Spanish:
The questions are all in Spanish and this movie guide is suitable for students with an intermediate to advanced Spanish level. Please look at the sample thumbnail and the preview file to see if the questions are appropriate for your students.
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 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
Explore this classic story with the Of Mice and Men Movie Guide (PG13 - 1992). Challenge students to put themselves in the shoes of the characters and learn personal lessons from their journeys. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of George and Lennie. Evaluate George’s internal conflict, its outcome and much more.
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 (4 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 most answer on the key say “answers will vary”
*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
Beetlejuice Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 1988) challenges students to connect with the characters and analyze their decisions. Are you looking for a something to change up your Halloween? This Tim Burton throwback is for you! Share with your students a taste of the bizarre and whimsical world of Beetlejuice while thinking critically about Lydia’s grim outlook on life and how this moving completely turns on its head the ‘ghosts terrorizing humans’ genre.
Teacher’s Notes: (these notes are on the moving guide as well)
Skip 50:20-50:30 to avoid the ‘f-word’
Skip 1:02:20 - 1:02:45 to avoid Beetlejuice entering an adult establishment
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
Howl’s Moving Castle Movie Guide | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG - 2004) challenges students to analyze characters, their decisions and traits. Discuss how Calcifer compares to what students imagine when think of a demon and identify e how the director uses anthropomorphism to bring Calcifer to life. Explore the old age spell and why Sofi goes back and forth between looking old and looking young. Finally, interpret what Sofi and Howl meant when they talked about how having a heart is a heavy burden.
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 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 Goosebumps Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2015) invites students to put themselves into the shoes of the characters in this scary halloween movie. Challenge students to connect their background knowledge of R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps series to the movie and determine which monsters from the movie are the scariest. Ask students to explore the comic relief found in scary movies and record the best and worst jokes throughout the movie.
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
