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Common Core RL.11-12.4 movie guides
SciFi Short Story & Artificial Intelligence Movie Analysis AI Google Drive & PDF
Tap into students' interest in artificial intelligence tools, like ChatGPT and DALL-E, and teach them how to “read” a movie in just the same way that we closely read literature. This five-day lesson begins with a study of Brian Aldiss’ short story, “Supertoys Last All Summer Long,” and continues will a full-movie viewing and analysis of A.I. Artificial Intelligence, a 2001 film directed by Steven Spielberg and inspired by Aldiss' science fiction short story. After analyzing Aldiss’ futuristic ta
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8th - 11th
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THE HOBBIT STUDENT WORKBOOK: Digital and Print Novel Study
This 80-page workbook for J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit or There and Back Again includes comprehension (fill-in-the-blank chapter summaries & follow-up questions), vocabulary, literature skill exercises, a movie/book comparison guide (part 1 of the trilogy), and a final assessment. Great for middle school or high school. This novel study is available in print and digital (with Google Slides), and has a MODIFIED version with word banks and limited choices for lower-ability learners. Key include
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8th - 11th
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THE HOBBIT STUDENT WORKBOOK: Print Novel Study
This 80-page workbook for J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit or There and Back Again includes comprehension (fill-in-the-blank chapter summaries & follow-up questions), vocabulary, literature skill exercises, a movie/book comparison guide (part 1 of the trilogy), and a final assessment. Great for middle school or high school. This novel study is available as a PDF, and has a MODIFIED workbook with word banks and limited choices for lower-ability learners. Key included. For a PRINT AND DIGITAL (Goog
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8th - 11th
A Christmas Carol ELA Animated Short Film Middle School Language Arts Activities
FULL LITERARY UNIT! Teach literary elements and devices and plot with this digital short film literary analysis of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The Animated short film is divided into 6 scenes and linked on the slides for a step-by-step, interactive analysis. ❤CAN BE USED WITH ANY VERSION OF A CHRISTMAS CAROL❤ LITERARY ELEMENTS INCLUDE:THEME, PLOT, CONFLICT, SETTING, CHARACTER TRAITSDIALOGUE, SYMBOLISM, FORESHADOWING, FLASHBACK, INFERENCE, AND COMPARE/CONTRAST, MOODStudents will explore
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7th - 12th
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"It's a Wonderful Life" Compare and Contrast with Original Short Story
Do you have a week before Christmas break and do not want to start a new unit? Or are you teaching American Literature and want to introduce students to a heartwarming traditional story?This bundle gives you- a 9 page PDF of the original short story called "The Greatest Gift". - A one-page set of Comprehension questions for the story.- A Compare/Contrast chart to fill out while students watch the movie.Note: You will need your own copy of the movie for this to work. The original story was sent
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7th - 12th
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The Birds | Halloween Movie Study of the Elements of Fiction
A fun, engaging, and educational way to learn or review elements of fiction and perfect viewing for the Halloween season! This product is also available in my Students' Choice End-of-the-Year Lesson Bundle, Vol. 2. Check it out - it's a great deal!Lesson material for middle and high school to accompany Hitchcock's classic horror film, The Birds.This film contains a powerful environmentalism theme and these accompanying lessons are thoroughly CCSS aligned. Two weeks of lesson material. This movi
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: End of the Year ELA Lessons Students Love Bundle - Middle & High School
Netflix n Study Film - Back to School Film Units on Stranger Things & Nosedive
Who wouldn't want 2 weeks of film study fun that teenagers love? This Netflix n Study bundle combines a short film study of The opening of Stranger Things, episode 1, season 1The opening of Nosedive, from Black Mirror, Season 3For each episode, the pack includes; Notes and comprehension questions on each opening sequence of each episode. This resource allows students to practice identifying techniques, their effects and how techniques are used together for specific purposes.Includes;1 page of no
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7th - 12th
A Christmas Carol ELA FULL UNIT w. Animated Short Film & Writing Activities
A literary analysis of A Christmas Carol! This workshop can be used with the short film (link included) or any text. Students will study and complete activities for: plot, characters, themes, and other literary devices. They will also explore the significance of the story's theme and its relevance to current society and culminate with a 3-5 paragraph opinion writing task. Duration: 5-7 class periods (each period is approximately 45 minutes)The Animated short film is divided into 6 scenes and li
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: A Christmas Carol Literary Analysis FULL UNIT with Animated Short Film
It's a Wonderful Life Unit Packet Gr. 9-12
"It's a Wonderful Life" is a feel-good Christmas story for classroom viewing about learning to appreciate what one has in life rather than focusing on what is missing. George Bailey, the protagonist, finds himself in deep trouble and considers taking his own life. This is a wonderful film about love of family, friends and community, and is perfect for the holiday season when many people experience depression and isolation. The religious aspect of the movie is downplayed enough to be appropriate
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Othello Comprehension and Analysis Reading and Discussion Questions with Key
Guide your high school ELA students' reading and discussion of Shakespeare's Othello with these engaging comprehension and analysis questions. Use as reading, discussion, or study guides, or as assessments. Identical, detailed answer keys with text references included.Printable PDF or TPT Digital Easel Activity These Othello question packets are perfect for independent study of the play, as a discussion guide, assessment, or as a note-taking tool.Each act is a separate packet and is divided by s
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10th - 12th
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William Bradford from Of Plymouth Plantation BUNDLE!
PPT on William Bradford from Of Plymouth PlantationThis PPT includes opening discussion questions to get your students active and curious!Background information on William Bradford and his voyage on the MayflowerExcerpts from Of Plymouth Plantation by William Bradford - these are broken up into four reading sections with questionsTheir Safe Arrival at Cape CodThe First EncounterStarving Time & Indian Relations Part IIndian Relations Part II & The First ThanksgivingThe excerpts can be pas
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9th - 11th
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M. Night Shyamalan's The Village: Movie Guide & Film Study
Movie guide and discussion questions for M. Night Shyamalan's film The Village. Covers one FULL week of instruction and movie guidance if needed.**Includes high level standard aligned questions for ALL CCSS ELA standards grades 9-12.**
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9th - 12th
Visual Doodle Notes For Any Film, Movie, or TedTalk: Analyzing Theme & Main Idea
Print + digital!Get your students engaged and hold their attention through any film with these visually appealing doodle notes that allows students to color and doodle. Doodle notes activate both sides of the brain to deepen understanding. While students get to color, they will also answer analytical questions about what they are watching. These questions revolve around determining the film’s main idea, conflict, explain the text's real-world relevance, explain a takeaway, describe a theme, and
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Year 13 Pan's Labyrinth film study bundle (NZ/UK/AUS)
This Pan's Labyrinth bundle for year 13 film study has enough work and lesson ideas to take up a term's teaching, with page size and spelling formatted for the NZ/UK/AUS classroom. As part of this bundle you will get:Student workbook bundle has 4 copies of teacher notes. Editable A4 paper-sized, colour Google doc, a black and white Google doc, a black and white pdf and a colour pdf. A Google slide (fully editable) to support the teacher notes and student workbook. Teacher notes bundle has 4 cop
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11th - 12th, Staff
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Hamlet Activities Pack
Bring engaging lessons and higher-level thinking with this collection of activities, mini essays, worksheets, movie guide, games, and multiple choice test. In addition to a study guide on Franco Zeffirelli's movie (with Mel Gibson), 65 pages of resources include:1. Q&A + Interviews 2. 12 Mini-Essays with Easy Scoring Guide3. Literary Analysis Skill-Building Worksheets (RTI)4. Discussion Cards & Rubric5. “The Dating Show” A Lively Characterization Game with the Cast of Hamlet6. Crossword
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: English Language Arts - Bundle of MY Favorite Products in My Shop
Encanto **Deep Dive ELA Analysis** and Bonus Listening Activity For High School
This is not your average movie guide. You will get both chronological questions to be answered while viewing, but also an extremely deep dive into the symbolism, characters, and analysis of the main ideas and theme of this incredible Disney film. From costumes to psychology, students will enjoy going "under the surface" of this exciting film. You will receive the full, six part Encanto analysis handout for students in Google Drive form, the detailed key, and a bonus listening activity that explo
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9th - 12th
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Intro to Gothic Fiction Film Mini Unit: We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Want to introduce your students to Gothic Fiction but don't have a lot of time? This mini unit is perfect for you and fun for students!This is a NO PREP, quick 4-day unit:Day 1: Gothic Fiction PowerPoint & scaffolded notes and How Author's Create Suspense (+ Film) PowerPoint & scaffolded notesDay 2&3: Show students the 2018 film based on Shirley Jackson's Gothic classic novel We Have Always Lived in the Castle and have them fill out the viewing while watching (The film is, as of this
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9th - 12th
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The Crucible Act 1 Bundle Activities on Characterization, Tone, Puritanism
In Act One of The Crucible by Arthur Miller, students will focus on characterizing Abigail Williams and John Proctor, analyzing how the text reflects Puritanism, and how fear caused a witch-hunt in Salem.Seven activities included:Puritanism and The CrucibleContext Clues PracticeComprehension QuestionsCharacterization Graphic OrganizerTone and Abigail's CharacterizationShared Inquiry DiscussionBONUS: Act 1 Movie Questions
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10th - 12th
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Hamlet Bundle
To be or not to be can't be the only question, right? This bundle contains six multi-day mini-units on aspects of Hamlet. Students relate to Hamlet as a misunderstood youth, a son trying to please his (late) father, a young adult on the cusp of responsibility, a partner in a dysfunctional relationship, and a person who doesn't seem to be in control of his destiny.
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10th - 12th
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Year 13 Pan's Labyrinth film study teacher notes bundle (NZ/UK/AUS)
This Pan's Labyrinth Teacher notes bundle for year 12 film study has enough work and lesson ideas to take up a term's teaching, with page size and spelling formatted for the NZ/UK/AUS classroom. As part of this bundle you will get:Teacher notes bundle has 4 copies. A fully editable A4 sized colour Google doc, a black and white Google doc, and an instant printable black and white pdf and a colour pdf. The contents of the teacher notes are as follows: IntroductionInitial viewingInitial viewing qui
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11th - 12th, Staff
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Year 12 Pan's Labyrinth film study bundle (US)
This Pan's Labyrinth bundle for year 12 film study has enough work and lesson ideas to take up a semester's teaching, with page size and spelling formatted for the US classroom. As part of this bundle, you will get:Student workbook bundle has 4 copies of teacher notes. An editable US paper-sized, color Google doc, a black and white Google doc, a black and white pdf, and a color pdf. A Google slide to support the teacher notes and student workbook. Teacher notes bundle has 4 copies. A fully edit
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11th - 12th, Staff
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The Truman Show Film Study Google Slide
An editable Truman Show film study Google doc for total editing control. With a semester's work, this movie study includes lecture notes on characters, themes, techniques, structure, settings, philosophy, and much more. Tasks for students in groups and individually, ideas for class discussions, writing essays, reviews, and research. Slide headings link to and from the contents page for ease of navigation. Suits senior high school students. Buy as part of the bundle, and you will also have a Teac
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11th - 12th, Staff
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Also included in: Y11/12 Truman Show film study big bundle US
Great Gatsby: Cosmopolis Video Viewing Guide w/ Key Context/Prior Knowledge
Build context and prior knowledge for The Great Gatsby with the first 45 minutes of "Cosmopolis" (Season 1 Episode 5) from New York: A Documentary Film by director Ric Burns. (It's available on YouTube or you can stream from PBS. See my blog post for a full explanation.)I LOVE THIS DOCUMENTARY! Chills ran down my spine the first time I watched it as I was trying to locate a video to build context for Gatsby. Best of all, the documentary opens and closes with the words from the last pages of The
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9th - 12th
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The Scarlet Letter Movie (1979) Study Guide
The Scarlet Letter Movie (1979) Study Guide goes with the Meg Foster film and not the newer Demi Moore version. This study guide consists of 100 questions that are organized into four parts (as is the film) and clearly labeled by chapter so you know when to play what section. Most of the questions are short answer response questions with a few true or false questions sprinkled throughout. There are basic plot questions, critical thinking questions, and film observation questions. I truly hope yo
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11th
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