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Middle school english language arts movie guides for Microsoft PowerPoint
Twelve Angry Men Introduction PowerPoint
Looking for a great tool for introducing Reginald Rose's play, Twelve Angry Men, to your students?Included in this 41 slide PowerPoint Presentation are Key Terms and characters for the play. Whether reading the script or viewing the movie or play, a description of the twelve jurors, defining protagonist and antagonist, even discussing Reasonable Doubt or Murder in the First Degree assists reading and comprehension. A great tool for introducing Twelve Angry Men to your students!****************
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6th - 12th
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Study Unit to be used with Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
This wonderful book will come to life quickly in your classroom with the aid of this study unit. Included in this packet, you will find: Multiple ideas for a reading calendar, study guides (divided into five parts), quizzes, two assessment options (a 20 question multiple choice cumulative test or a test featuring 15 multiple choice questions, 25 true and false, and 5 essay questions), a student project, two different writing assignments (with student examples and rubrics), and four powerpoint p
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Princess Bride Film Study
Uses the film "The Princess Bride" to teach narrative structure, genre, archetypes, tropes, and related vocabulary. Includes slide show with script, handouts, exit tickets, activities, and assessments.
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7th - 12th
Film Studies- The History of Animation Notes {Animated Films Unit}
This resource is used in a Film Studies class as notes for our Animation Unit. These instructional materials include relevant, interesting videos and give an in-depth look at the history of animation from creation through the 1960s. These notes are available and editable through Google Slides and are great for distance learning or a flipped classroom, as students can watch the videos and read the material at their own pace. This is the first set of notes in the unit. The second part is linked he
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7th - 12th
Film Studies- The 3 Types of Animation Notes {Animated Films Unit}
This resource is used in a Film Studies class as notes for our Animation Unit. These instructional materials include relevant, interesting videos and give an in-depth look at the 3 main styles of animation. These notes are available and editable through Google Slides and are great for distance learning or a flipped classroom, as students can watch the videos and read the material at their own pace. This is the second set of notes in the unit. The first part is linked here and focuses on the the
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7th - 12th
Whole Year of Film/Literary Terms Bell Ringers for Film Studies Class
This PowerPoint is designed to incorporate daily practice with vocabulary and definitions for an intro to film/film as literature class. I have included many sample answers, sources, and supplemental materials in the notes sections of the slides. These bell ringers are general in nature and sometimes ask students to apply the terms to movies they are currently watching, but you can use them with any combination of films you choose.Monday they get four to five definitions, then Tuesday through Fr
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8th - 12th
Film Studies - Film Genres (Middle School Edition)
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course, now revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. This slide show introduces students to the concept of film genre, and includes definitions of terms, discussion questions, an exercise using film posters, and a quiz. A good introduction to my unit on Movie Musicals.
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6th - 9th
Growing Greek Mythology Mega Bundle
This bundle includes all (currently 45 products!) of my best-selling Greek Mythology Resources!!! This is a growing bundle so any NEW Greek Mythology additions you get for free as I add them!!!☆☆☆ SAVE 30% by buying the bundle!☆☆☆ ❋❋ 662 pages of material ❋❋❋Click on the previews below to see all the products!What is Mythology Lesson PlanCollaborative Vocabulary Activity that helps students understand what a Myth isIncludes lesson plan, myths, student notes, instructional strategies and resour
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6th - 12th
Film Studies - Lighting and Color (Middle School Edition)
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course, now revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. Film clips chosen with the middle school student in mind. This slide show presents the topic of lighting and color in film, and includes documentaries and tutorials, as well as film clips from "Mildred Pierce," "Manhattan," "Amadeus," "Hairspray," "Do the Right Thing," "Pleasantville," "Amélie," and "Corpse Bride," and "The Wizard of Oz," as well as a quiz. 20 videos a
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6th - 9th
Teacher Pack - The Social Dilemma
This comprehensive teaching unit has been designed for teachers to use with The Social Dilemma (Netflix documentary-drama film - dir. Jeff Orlowski).Contents (4 digital/editable/printable files ready for immediate download and use):1. Teacher Guide - (14 page .pdf)An overviewSuggested Lesson OutlineTeacher Answer Guide to Student BookletInquiry learning - focus questionsAssignment/Extension activitiesFurther resources/reading links2. Student Booklet (10 page - in .pdf/.doc formats):Pre-viewing a
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Dystopian Elements in the Lego Movie
Dystopian stories are extremely popular in young adult fiction today and The Lego Movie is an excellent way to introduce students to the genre. This lesson analyzes the elements of a story in the film with a special emphasis on what makes it an example of dystopian fiction. The included compare and contrast essay planner can be used to help students compare the movie to any other dystopian story.
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Students will diagram a plot, identify dystopian elements, infer character trai
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6th - 9th
How to Write a Movie Review Powerpoint
Step by step powerpoint that will guide your class in writing a movie review. Has lots of examples of good writing as well as guiding questions that will get your writers thinking...
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2nd - 8th
Spirited Away Film Study Bundle
Included is a comprehensive PowerPoint that teaches students key analytical skill needed for understanding a film's construction. It has interactive sounds and videos and activities. Easy to follow.The booklet encourages students to analyse the film while watching. It covers many film conventions and key comprehension questions.
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6th - 10th
Film Studies - The Wizard of Oz
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course, now revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. This slide show prepares students to view The Wizard of Oz, and includes discussion questions for after the film.
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6th - 9th
Film Studies - Camera Movement (Middle School Edition)
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course. Updated for 2024! Revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. No strong violence, sex, or bad language. Film clips chosen with the middle school student in mind. This slide show reviews the topic of camera movement, with video tutorials and movie clips (accessible via the web) from Gone with the Wind, Touch of Evil, West Side Story, The Shining, Jurassic Park, The Polar Express, etc. (16 videos total!) as well as a
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6th - 9th
Film Studies - Movie Musicals (Middle School Edition)
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course, now revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. This slide show introduces students to the world of movie musicals, and includes clips from 10 musicals including "On the Town," "An American in Paris," "Sweeney Todd," "Frozen," and more, as well as a quiz. Password for film clip access is on the last slide.
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6th - 9th
Film Studies Curriculum: Film Study Activity Bundle, Sound Design, Plot, CCSS
Don't let your Film Studies course become a glorified movie screening or Netflix binge party. Instead, teach Film Studies effectively with this set of engaging film study activities for any movie or film. This curriculum bundle is full of collaborative learning activities that teach plot structure and plot elements, storyboarding, sound design, and visual analysis skills. All of the activities are designed to help students learn the key skills they need to study any film and develop their visual
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7th - 10th
Film Studies - Film Comedies
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course, now revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. This slide show introduces students to some of the conventions of film comedies, and includes 14 video clips including excerpts from Charlie Chaplin, the Marx Brothers, and Laurel and Hardy, as well as films such as "Dr. Strangelove," "The Graduate," "Young Frankenstein," "Annie Hall," "Animal House," "Caddyshack," "Austin Powers," "Mean Girls" and others. Password fo
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7th - 9th
Gothic and Horror Mini Film Study and Scene analysis with 'Stranger Things'
#filmstudy #sceneanalysis #closeviewing #netflix #distancelearning #2.10 #halloweenA thoroughly engaging mini film studies task on Gothic (horror) genre. Perfect for an introduction, or re-introduction to film studies, or Gothic literature, at the beginning of the year/unit. This resource is based on the opening sequence of 'Stranger Things' Season 1, Episode 1, called 'The Vanishing of Will Byres'. This is available to watch on Youtube, Netflix, or any other platform where you have access to th
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7th - 12th
The Truman Show Themes Slideshow
35 pages of an informational slideshow concerning the following 4 major themes that show up in the film:
* The American Dream
* Reality vs. Illusion
* The Power of the Media
* Utopia vs. Dystopia
Definitions and some important background information included, along with many images and photos to help students.
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8th - 12th
Film Studies - Charlie Chaplin and Modern Times (Middle School Edition)
Middle School-appropriate version of my popular Film Studies course, now revised and revamped to meet the needs of 6-9 teachers. Film clips chosen with the middle school student in mind. This slideshow introduces students to the work of Charlie Chaplin and prepares them to view his masterpiece Modern Times, and includes film clips for "The Tramp," "Easy Street," "The Immigrant," and many other films, as well as discussion questions for after the film. Includes 19 film clips! Movie Clips are all
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6th - 9th
Film Studies- Earliest Films and the Silent Era Notes
This resource is used in a Film Studies class as our first set of notes in our Film History Unit. These instructional materials include relevant, interesting videos and give an in-depth look at how the film industry got started. They also provide a contextual basis for the culture of the world at the beginning of cinema. These notes are available and editable through Google Slides and are great for distance learning or a flipped classroom, as students can watch the videos and read the material a
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7th - 12th
Heroic Journey Unit Bundle - Introduction PPT, Notes, and Project
Engage students in the Hero's Journey with an engaging PPT lesson that uses The Lion King, Hercules, and Star Wars to teach students Joseph Campbell's Monomyth. Then students choose a book or movie they love and trace the hero's journey throughout. Students also present their findings in a written report and multi-media presentation. This is an authentic assessment of student understanding of the heroic journey and its archetypes.Heroic Journey Introduction PPT and NotesThis is a 67 slide Power
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6th - 12th
The Heroic Journey - Monomyth - Joseph Campbell Power Point
This is a 67 slide PowerPoint covering the 17 stages of Joseph Campbell's Monomyth (The Heroic Journey). It includes examples from the Lion King and Star Wars.The stages covered are:The Ordinary World, Call to Adventure, Refusal of the Call, Supernatural Aid, Crossing the Threshold, Talisman, Allies, Belly of the Whale, Road of Trials, Meeting the Goddess, Temptation, Atonement with the Father, Brother Battle, Abduction, Night Journey, Dragon Battle, Ritual Death, Sacred Marriage, Apotheosis, U
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7th - 12th
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