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 : )
Challenge students to explore the depths of courage, hope, and resistance in Wish with this engaging movie guide. Analyze how the director creates suspense through dialogue and setting. Debate the moral complexities of leadership and power as portrayed by the king’s authoritarian rule and Asha’s principled stand against it. Compare the island of Rosas from the beginning of the movie to the end of the movie using song lyrics and examples from the story. Reflect on Asha’s growth from being insecure to a fearless leader. Finally, learn personal lessons of integrity and confidence through Asha’s journey.
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
Challenge students to explore the complexities of heroism, identity, and moral choices with this “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” movie guide. Analyze the symbolic fight between Miles and Spot, drawing parallels to the chaos and confusion in Miles’ own life. Discuss the significance of Miles advising his father to let him “spread his wings,” and the broader implications of autonomy and trust in parental relationships. Reflect on the evolution of Miles’ parents’ attitudes towards his growth and independence. Encourage a thoughtful dialogue about taking control of one’s narrative, as seen through Miguel’s defiance of predetermined stories, and Gwen’s initiative to form her own team, underscoring the themes of independence and creating one’s path in life.
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
This Macbeth Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 2015) takes Shakespeare’s early 17th century tragedy and creates a memorable experience for students analyze and deconstruct. Directed by Justin Kurzel this 2015 version of Macbeth stars Michael Fassbender as a believable and tortured Macbeth. Challenge students to learn from the life mistakes that Macbeth made and rewrite the script as Macbeth and the valuable knowledge of hindsight. Explore the relationships and the differences between characters in this fascinating, engaging way to explore Shakespeare.
This resource consists of 14 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (5 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (5 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the digital PDF file or the google forms version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
The Social Dilemma Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG13 - 2020) challenges digest this info-dense warning to humanity about the dangers of social media and its unquenchable thirst for humanity’s attention. Explore the concepts of ‘positive intermittent reinforcement’, ‘tools-based’ vs ‘manipulation-based’ technology, and the attention extraction business model. Discuss whether the ideas presented represent an existential threat to humanity. Ask students to identify the problems social media has created and to look inwards at their own relationship with social media.
This resource consists of 14 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
V for Vendetta Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 2005) challenges students to fully digest this powerful movie of political and social consequence. Discuss and dissect many of the seemingly cryptic quotes that V says throughout the film. Finally, explore the dangerous ideas that people may be tempted to take away from viewing this film.
This resource consists of 14 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)
A generic movie guide permission slip (1 page)
**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
Use this First Man Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2018) to explore Neil Armstrong’s world behind the scenes of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Ask students to put themselves into shoes of Neil and the American public during the 1960s and explain how they would have reacted to the events in the movie. Challenge students to analyze Neil’s character traits, the abilities that allowed him to make history and whether or not they hindered his personal 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 & SlidesVersion 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 movie guide made for the movie Elemental challenges students to ponder the complexities of responsibility, ethical choices, and personal growth. Discuss Ember’s readiness to run the shop, her behavior under pressure, and what it reveals about self-control and customer relations. Explore Ember’s dilemma between listening to Wade or obeying her father. Reflect on the contrasting social skills of Wade and Ember, and what they teach about emotions and connections. Investigate the director’s techniques in revealing Ember and Wade’s relationship, and how it leads to discussions about friendship and respect. Discuss Ember’s personal growth, the themes of family expectations, love, and understanding. Finally, interpret the symbolism of Ember and her father’s bows, and the blue flame, as it relates to tradition, identity, and family bonds.
This resource consists of 14 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 (6 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
A Million Miles Away Movie Guide challenges students to consider themes of perseverance, cultural identity, and personal growth. Explore Salvador’s life lessons to Jose about setting goals and overcoming challenges. Debate the impact of Teacher Young’s words on Jose’s life and reflect on the influence of mentors in your own life. Discuss workplace bias and familial pressures Jose experiences. Analyze the significance of Jose embracing his heritage in space, contrasting his earlier attempts to assimilate at NASA. Finally, track Jose’s journey in mapping and achieving his dream of becoming an astronaut, using his father’s five ingredients.
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 Slides Version of the Movie Guide
*A generic, editable movie guide permission slip
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students are not reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
**Distance Learning Tips:
Distribute the Google Slides version to each student
Use the screen sharing tool on your group call software to play the movie
Pause the movie at each question to give students time to write/discuss
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
Trolls World Tour (PG - 2020)
Onward by Disney (PG - 2020)
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
A Million Miles Away Movie Guide challenges students to consider themes of perseverance, cultural identity, and personal growth. Explore Salvador’s life lessons to Jose about setting goals and overcoming challenges. Debate the impact of Teacher Young’s words on Jose’s life and reflect on the influence of mentors in your own life. Discuss workplace bias and familial pressures Jose experiences. Analyze the significance of Jose embracing his heritage in space, contrasting his earlier attempts to assimilate at NASA. Finally, track Jose’s journey in mapping and achieving his dream of becoming an astronaut, using his father’s five ingredients.
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 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 Flamin’ Hot Movie Guide | Worksheet | Questions (PG13 - 2023) challenges students to analyze the Richard Montañez story. Explore the many obstacles he encounters and how he overcomes them in order to succeed. Think like a director and discuss how Richard’s imaginative montages affect the viewer. Identify the character traits that make Richard a Montañez and compare them to character traits that are valued today among students’ peers. Discuss any discrepancies and explore why they exist. Identify lessons that students can learn from Richard’s story and how they can be applied in life.
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
*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
10 Things I Hate About You Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 1999) challenges students to analyze this high school rom-com that loosely corresponds to Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. The last two pages targets the comparison between the two works of art and encourages students to compare and contrast the characters, how society has changed from Shakespeare’s time regarding concepts from the movie and asks students to write their own version of Sonnet 141. This resource consists of 15 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 (6 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (6 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
Harriet Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2019) depicts the heroic life of Harriet Tubman and challenges students to connect with her experiences, decisions and bravery. Explore her personal relationships, hardships and involvement in the Underground Railroad as a conductor. Ask students to read about Harriet Tubman and other fugitive slaves in William Still’s primary source (Underground Railroad Records 1872) and reflect on their courageous stories.
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 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
This Good Night, and Good Luck. Movie Guide challenges students to think deeply about the power and responsibility of journalism and media. Engage students in discussions about the historical context of the McCarthy era and the ethical choices made by journalists like Edward Murrow. Encourage them to step into the director’s shoes and explore the impact of using real footage in the movie. Spark conversations about the social responsibilities of media outlets and how they’ve evolved or not, as per Edward Murrow’s warnings. Explore Shakespearean lines used in the film and their significance in the movie, today’s society, and in their original context. Discussthemes of integrity, power, and social responsibility.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of Good Night, and Good Luck., see the IMDb listing here.
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
*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 Spare Parts Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG13 - 2015) analyzes an incredible of a group of boys and their difficult journey to winning an underwater robotics competition. Explore the relationships the team has with another and their families and how they are able to overcome these obstacles and learn to trust and support one another. Challenge students to think like a legislature and come up with ideas that would help solve the undocumented immigrant issue that the characters face throughout 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)
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
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
The Divergent Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2013) challenges student to do a deep dive into the concept of freedom. Ask students to analyze the characters and their decisions throughout the movie. Ask students to ponder what might happen if their country implemented the five factions system and guess which factions would be over and under represented.
Note: This film is an adaptation of Veronica Roth’s 2011 novel with the same title.
This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (5 pages)
A student movie guide, PDF digital fillable form version (5 pages)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*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
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Movie Guide | Relationships (PG - 2009) challenges students to explore puns, foreshadowing, metaphors and plot twists. Discuss relationships, the importance of clear communication and give students a chance to act as mediator between Flint and his dad. Explore how people might respond to Flint’s invention if it arrived in your community and what it would mean for diet and self-control. Finally, identify lessons students can learn from the evolution of characters and their relationships.
This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, see the IMDb.
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
*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
Three Identical Strangers Documentary Movie Guide | Worksheet (PG13 - 2018) guides students through and incredible story of joy, loss and deception while challenging them to think about ethics, psychology and the nature vs nurture debate.
Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is suitable for your students. This resource consists of 13 high-level, short answer reflection and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information.
This product .zip file includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print version (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
He Named Me Malala Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG13 - 2015) challenges students to analyze the life and work of Malala Yousafzai. Explore how the Taliban slowly took over her home town, oppressed her people and outlawed females going to school. Ask students to connect with Malala’s life by comparing their situation to hers. Discuss what how Malala and her father valued education and how their community values educations. Finally think critically about what Malala’s name means and what students want people to think of when others hear their name.
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 thought-provoking Wonder book guide has chapter by chapter reflection and analysis questions. Challenge your students to get the most out of reading this incredible, powerful, life-changing story. Please check the preview file and the product thumbnail files for examples questions from the 22 page book guide.
This product includes:
A student book guide, PDF print version (22 pages)
A student book guide, PDF digital fillable form version (22 pages)
A Google Forms & Slides Version of the Movie Guide
CCSS alignment: Overview indicating standards met (1 page) & a 22 page PDF showing standards met question by question
NOTE: An answer key is not included as many questions are open-ended and encourage students to analyze the chapter. Many answers will not fit into a ‘box’. Students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the literature.
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