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 : )
Frozen II Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to learn life lessons from analyzing the behavior and decisions of Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf. Think critically about what it means to venture into the unknown, be lost in the woods and have anti-fragile love. Compare and contrast the transformations that each character has throughout the movie.
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)
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
Dolittle Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2020) challenges students to connect with the characters, their internal struggles and the decisions that they make throughout the film. Discuss the idea of irony and how Dolittle and Müdfly respond to being ignorant. Examine the word preposterous and guess its definition by how it used in context. Finally, analyze how the theme of the film and how it is demonstrated by Dolittle’s behavior and experiences.
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)
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
Monsters University Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 2013) challenges students to connect with Mike Wazowski and Sullivan, learn the lessons they learn, and finally apply them to their own lives. Explore what its like to go to University and draw comparisons with what its like in elementary school. Discuss whether appearance matters, and practice persuasive writing to encourage Oozma Kappa not to quit the Scare Games.
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
Emma Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2020) challenges students to dive deep into Jane Austen’s complex characters and story. Explore the intricate web of emotions that entangle Emma, Harriet, Mr. Knightley, Mr. Churchill and Jane Fairfax. Examine Emma’s emotions, motivations and discuss her choices. Compare dating and flirting etiquette during 19th century England with today’s society.
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)
*An answer key is included with this movie guide, however many answers will vary as students are encouraged to construct their own meaning from the characters’ dialogue and behavior. See the preview for samples.
*A Google Forms Version of the Movie Guide
*CCSS alignment indicating standards met, PDF (1 page - see also preview image)
**CCSS Note: I’ve taken the liberty of aligning certain reading standards with the act of consuming content via the movie instead. Although students aren’t reading they are asked to perform the same cognitive functions on the content that they consumed from the movie.
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
Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life Movie Guide | Questions (PG - 2016) challenges students to connect with Rafe and his struggle to adapt to life without his brother and follow the rules at his new school. Ask students to compare their school to HVMS, contemplate if Rafe’s punishment was fair and, judge Principal Dwight’s ultimate goal. Discuss how Leo’s character creates a great plot twist and encourage students to think like a director/writer.
Teacher’s Note: Skip 23:10 - 23:20 to avoid the insinuation of the f-word (“what rhymes with suck”)
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Lady and the Tramp Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students to evaluate Lady’s decisions and her relationship with Tramp and her family. Explore Elliot’s character (the dog catcher) and provide evidence for whether he is a villain or just doing his lawful job. Finally, discuss how anthropomorphism helps create a more interesting story and practice using time order words to describe the sequential events that lead to Lady being a street dog for a brief while.
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)
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.
**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
How to Train Your Dragon 3: The Hidden World Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2019) challenges students learn from Hiccup’s struggles with self-confidence. Analyze his internal struggle and how Astrid supports his weaknesses. Compare Grimmel and Hiccup’s worldview and how they see their place in the world as humans. Ask students to predict outcomes and connect their personal experiences to the characters in 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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
Felicity: An American Girl Adventure Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 2005) challenges students to experience Felicity’s life as a 10 year old girl growing up in Colonial America. Explore the historical context within the film and what it meant to be a patriot and loyalist during this critical time in history. Ask students to learn valuable lessons from the life changing events Felicity experiences, her grandfathers words of wisdom and how her family deals with opposing political views.
NOTE: If you have a different version of this film, the time stamps may be off by a few seconds, in this case, I’ve also included a short description of where to stop the film for each question.
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
Ralph Breaks the Internet Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2018) is a fantastic tool to teach your students about insecurity and friendship. Challenge students to identify and fix negative feelings that can hurt their friendships. Ask students to relate their own experiences on the internet to what Ralph and Vanellope experience throughout the movie, such as receiving negative comments and dealing with pop-up ads.
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 Grinch Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2018) brings this older Christmas classic back to life. With new modern music and Grinch’s drone reconnaissance your younger students will be sure to connect with this film. Challenge students to compare Grinch’s actions and feelings to their own and examine the true meaning of Christmas.
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 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
Jane Movie Guide (Documentary) (PG - 2017) guides students through this incredible story of a brave women that changed the way scientists viewed the animal world. Challenge students to compare their humanity with the nature of chimpanzees and compare their childhood with Grub’s childhood. Explore how Jane’s mother’s support led to her achieving what everyone told her couldn’t be done, let alone by ‘just a girl’.
This resource consists of 9 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
The Robinson Crusoe | The Wild Life Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2016) helps students analyze this kid friendly adaptation of the 1719 novel by Daniel Defoe from the animals’ perspective. Challenge your students to think critically about why Crusoe and the animals are initially scared of each other and how anthropomorphism is used to bring the animals and their personalities to life.
Note: The original international title is Robinson Crusoe 2016, the exact same movie was released under the title The Wild Life 2016 in North America.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This National Treasure: Book of Secrets Movie Guide | Questions (PG - 2007) challenges students to explore the motivations of John Wilkes Booth, the character Mitch Wilkinson in his quest for fame and how relationships can be like a puzzle. Ask students to pinpoint the fundamental difference between saying ‘the US is’ and ‘the US are’ and send students on a historical accuracy scavenger hunt.
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 (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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
The Treasure Island Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 1990) challenges students to put themselves into Jim Hawkin’s shoes and evaluate the decisions he makes in Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1882 novel. Discuss and determine if there is a protagonist and antagonist in the story. Ask students to write a first person journal entry as if they were Jim explaining the lessons they learned from the famous Long John Silver.
Note: This movie guide is for the 1990 version of this film with Charlton Heston and Christian Bale.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
A Suitable Girl Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (2017) challenges students compare their lives and views about marriages with Indian culture. Explore the relationships parents have with their children and think about their own values and relationships. Ask students to describe the best method they think there is for finding a life a partner.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
This Old Yeller Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (NR - 1957) challenges students to explore the coming of age of Travis and how he had to grow in order to meet the demands of his new responsibilities. Ask students to put themselves in Travis’ position as he decided to pull the trigger on Old Yeller. Discuss with students what kind of people are trustworthy and whether or not Mr. Searcy’s advice is worth taking.
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
The Scarlet Letter Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (R - 1995) guides students through an intense, problematic period within the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Challenge students to think critically about the decisions made by the leaders of the colony, the bravery of Hester Prynne and the impossible situation her and the Reverend Dimmesdale are thrown into. 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 includes:
A student movie guide, PDF print and printer friendly 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.
Note: This movie is rated R, largely for nudity and violence. The times that display nudity are noted below, and on the movie guide, so you can skip over them if desired.
*SKIP: 15:55-16:30 to avoid male nudity as Dimmesdale bathes in the river.
*SKIP 39:00-39:10 to avoid nudity in the bath
*SKIP 51:00 - 53:15 to avoid nudity during a love scene between Hester & Dimmesdale
*SKIP 54:10-54:17 to avoid bare-breasted women while Roger lives with the Indians
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
The Tom Sawyer Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 1973) challenges students to put themselves in Tom shoes and see life through his eyes. Ask students to think critically about secrets, promises and when, or if, lies are ever okay.
This movie guide is for the 1973 movie version based on Mark Twain’s 1876 novel,Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
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.
Is this movie guide worth it? Download two of my movie guides for free below:
The Lightning Thief
Kung Fu Panda 3
For more product images, sample questions and teacher reviews and ratings, please visit my TPT site at TeacherTravis : )
This Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Movie Guide | Environmentalism | Pacifism | Google (NR - 1984) challenges students analyze this classic film from Ghibli Studios. Discuss what can be learned from comparing the Pejites and Torumekians. Examine the role of female characters in the film. Analyze the effects that rage has on characters throughout the film and extrapolate what can be learned from these findings. Finally, explore the concepts of environmentalism and pacifism in the context of Nausicaä’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 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 Sister Act Movie Guide | Questions | Google Slides (PG - 1992) challenges students to compare character behavior, perspectives and growth. Ask students to connect with characters, evaluate their decisions and define phrases in context. Finally, explore how choirs/music can affect people and how judging people based on appearance is often misleading.
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