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Preview of INCA & Emperor's New Groove! - teach Inca history with the movie!

INCA & Emperor's New Groove! - teach Inca history with the movie!

THIS IS A MUST-HAVE FOR ANY TEACHER LOOKING TO MAKE A STUDY OF THE INCA RELEVANT AND ACCESSIBLE FOR MIDDLE-SCHOOLERS. EASY-TO-FOLLOW, PERFECT FOR AN INTRO LESSON***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and Drop the Word Doc or PowerPoint into Google Drive2) Then Go to "FILE", and SAVE AS "GOOGLE SLIDES" or "GOOGLE DOCS"***This resource now includes a handy 2-page student handout (in both PDF and MS WORD). An answer key is also provided.***This resource now also includes an original Jeopardy review game
Preview of Harriet Movie Guide Questions in ENGLISH | Harriet Tubman 2019

Harriet Movie Guide Questions in ENGLISH | Harriet Tubman 2019

Best movie guide out there! 27 Movie Guide Questions for the 2019 movie Harriet written in ENGLISH that include pre-listening questions, questions to answer during the movie, and reflection/analysis questions that can also serve as discussion questions after the movie. Includes movie images to help scaffold for diverse learners. Questions are spaced out to give students enough time to write answers down.Rated PG-13 and perfect for any classroom! Includes Answer Key.Synopsis:Based on the thrillin
Preview of China: Teaching Buddhism Confucianism Taoism (Daoism) with Kung Fu Panda & Mulan

China: Teaching Buddhism Confucianism Taoism (Daoism) with Kung Fu Panda & Mulan

THIS IS A MUST-HAVE FOR ANY TEACHER LOOKING TO MAKE A STUDY OF THE BUDDHISM, CONFUCIANISM, & TAOISM RELEVANT AND ACCESSIBLE FOR MIDDLE-SCHOOLERS. EASY-TO-FOLLOW, PERFECT FOR AN INTRO, DECLARATIVE LESSON, OR EVEN AS A FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT. ENJOY!***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and Drop the Word Doc or PowerPoint into Google Drive2) Then Go to "FILE", and SAVE AS "GOOGLE SLIDES" or "GOOGLE DOCS"***In addition to the original slides, this download now also includes the Kung Fu Panda writing a
Preview of Maya, Inca, Aztec In ROAD TO EL DORADO: Which Civilization? (the case for all 3)

Maya, Inca, Aztec In ROAD TO EL DORADO: Which Civilization? (the case for all 3)

THIS IS A MUST-HAVE FOR ANY TEACHER LOOKING TO MAKE A STUDY OF THE MAYA, INCA, OR AZTEC RELEVANT, ACCESSIBLE, AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND. CASES CAN BE MADE THAT THIS FILM IS ABOUT ANY OF THE THREE, AND STUDENTS ARE GIVEN OPPORTUNITIES TO THINK CRITICALLY, TO CHOOSE A CIVILIZATION AND TO DEFEND THEIR POSITION. ENJOY!***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and Drop the Word Doc or PowerPoint into Google Drive2) Then Go to "FILE", and SAVE AS "GOOGLE SLIDES" or "GOOGLE DOCS"This 21-slide PowerPoint guides st
Preview of Pocahontas Video Review: Compare and Contrast Disney v Reality

Pocahontas Video Review: Compare and Contrast Disney v Reality

Created by
Ms History
In this assignment students watch the Disney version of Pocahontas and compare with Disney's version to what really happened. There is a timeline of Pocahontas, a map, and events of what happened in her life. After the video students must write about the comparison of the video and what really happened in her life. The rubric that goes along with the writing is based off of IVOC writing grading. This works well with Upper Elementary, Middle and lower high school.
Preview of America:  The Story of Us (Episode 6: Heartland) - Video Guide

America: The Story of Us (Episode 6: Heartland) - Video Guide

Created by
Randy Tease
Episode 6: HeartlandThis movie study guide comes complete with answer key. Questions go in order along with the video. Summary of Video: In 1869, the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of America, more than 2,000 miles apart, are linked by continuous metal rails. The Transcontinental Railroad--the world's first--is the most ambitious human enterprise since the Great Wall of China, and much of it is built by Chinese laborers. The railroad doesn't just change the lives of Americans, it alters the entir
Preview of Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Questions

Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Questions

Created by
Christina Sesok
A series of 31 "right there" questions that go along with the Disney movie The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The questions go in order. The final two questions are culminating questions that require students to think about and analyze the movie as a whole. An answer key is provided. The assignment is in a Microsoft Word document so teachers can edit the questions as necessary.
Preview of Apollo 13 Movie Viewing Questions

Apollo 13 Movie Viewing Questions

Created by
M Walsh
This is a comprehensive set of viewing questions (50) for use with the 1995 movie. The aim is to keep students focused while they're watching the movie.The questions are fairly low-order, but students will have to pay close attention to answer them. Questions are sequential. There are 50 questions. It's a five page worksheet for students to complete. The 3 page answer key is also included. It's a Word document, so editable to suit your class.I usually show the movie with the subtitles on. I fin
Preview of America: The Story of Us- Episode #11 "Superpower" Film Guide & Answer Key

America: The Story of Us- Episode #11 "Superpower" Film Guide & Answer Key

This is a twenty-two question guide (The teacher key is also included) that is to be used in conjunction with episode #11 "Superpower" from the History Channel documentary series, "America: The Story of Us". If you like this film guide, please check out my others. All follow a similar format, and are setup to keep your student's on-task, and engaged in the film. You may also modify the film guide if you wish, however, please make sure to maintain me (Daniel McDonald) as the author.
Preview of Hidden Figures - 50 Question Multiple Choice Quiz

Hidden Figures - 50 Question Multiple Choice Quiz

Created by
M Walsh
Keep your students on track as they view the 2016 movie or use as a final assessment.This resource tests students' understanding of the plot. I designed this with the dual purpose of keeping students focused while viewing the movie, or to use as a final assessment. The 50 questions are arranged in the same order as events in the movie. The 50 question format makes it easy to convert to percentages and grades. The product consists of the quiz (6 pages) plus solution (1 page). Also included is a
Preview of October Sky video viewing and after activities

October Sky video viewing and after activities

Created by
TheScienceGiant
The film October Sky (1999) is adapted from "Big Creek Missile Agency" and Rocket Boys: A Memoir, by Homer Hickam Jr. They tell the heart-touching story of growing up in a rural West Virginia mining town in the late 1950’s, and boyhood friends’ pursuit of amateur rocketry. History changed on October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union successfully launched Sputnik, the world's first artificial satellite. That launch ushered in the start of the space age while the coal industrial declined and the teen
Preview of The Croods:  Using the cartoon to review early humans/hominds

The Croods: Using the cartoon to review early humans/hominds

Created by
Amber Wimberly
Bringing Common Core to the movies!!! Questions to go along with the movie "The Croods". Example questions include determining the kind of homids they were (and justifying it), describing their cave art, and relating it to a modern day quote from Barack Obama about change. 8 questions in all with answers included
Preview of #10 AMERICA: THE STORY OF US - WORLD WAR II - VIDEO VIEWING GUIDE WITH KEY

#10 AMERICA: THE STORY OF US - WORLD WAR II - VIDEO VIEWING GUIDE WITH KEY

This video guide contains 30 questions from the episode of "America: The Story of US" entitled World War II. The questions go in order and force the students to track and pay attention during the viewing. The episode itself is excellent for American involvement in WWII. Some topics covered include the attack on Pearl Harbor, the role of women in the war, bombing of civilians, D-Day, Atomic weaponry, and the end of the war. My name is Julie Rzemien and I will be posting more items. Please add m
Preview of PBS The Dust Bowl Ken Burns Movie Guide Answer Key Episode 1 2 Part Documentary

PBS The Dust Bowl Ken Burns Movie Guide Answer Key Episode 1 2 Part Documentary

The Dust Bowl - 2012 ‧ Documentary ‧ 4 hoursThe 1930s drought of North American prairie farmland, and its consequences during the Great Depression.Episode 1 – The Great Plow Up – 2012 - TV-PG – 1h 51mIn the early 20th century, homesteaders converge on the southern Plains, where wet years, rising wheat prices and World War I produce a classic boom. Then, in 1931, a decade-long drought begins, exacerbated by the Great Depression.38 questions with time stamps and answer keyPart 2 Reaping the Whirlw
Preview of America The Story of Us: (Episode 2 - Revolution) Video Guide

America The Story of Us: (Episode 2 - Revolution) Video Guide

Created by
Randy Tease
Video study guide for Episode 2: Revolution of America The Story of Us. Movie guide comes complete with answer key. Questions follow the film in order. America The Story of Us: Episode 2 - RevolutionsEpisode Summary:July 9, 1776. The Declaration of Independence is read to crowds in New York. Offshore, more than 400 ships bristling with soldiers and guns are massing. It is the largest British invasion force until D-Day. America's 13 colonies have taken on the might of the world's leading superpow
Preview of America: The Story of Us- Episode #3 "Westward" Film Guide & Answer Key

America: The Story of Us- Episode #3 "Westward" Film Guide & Answer Key

This is a twenty-four question guide (The teacher key is also included) that is to be used in conjunction with episode #3 "Westward" from the History Channel documentary series, "America: The Story of Us". If you like this film guide, please check out my others. All follow a similar format, and are setup to keep your student's on-task, and engaged in the film. You may also modify the film guide if you wish, however, please make sure to maintain me (Daniel McDonald) as the author.
Preview of Jojo Rabbit Movie Guide Questions in English | Chronological order

Jojo Rabbit Movie Guide Questions in English | Chronological order

Best movie guide out there! 31 Movie Guide Questions in chronological order for this Oscar Academy Winning Film written in ENGLISH that include pre-listening questions, questions to answer during the movie, and reflection/analysis questions that can also serve as discussion questions after the movie. Includes movie images to help scaffold for diverse learners. Questions are spaced out to give students enough time to write answers down. Includes Answer Key!This film highlights the importance them
Preview of Los 33 or The 33 Movie Guide in English and Spanish | Antonio Banderas Fim

Los 33 or The 33 Movie Guide in English and Spanish | Antonio Banderas Fim

2 Movie Guides. 1 completely in English and 1 completely in Spanish. 27 Movie Guide Questions in chronological order that include pre-listening questions, questions to answer during the movie, and reflection/analysis questions that can also serve as discussion questions after the movie. 2 guías de películas. 1 completamente en inglés y 1 completamente en español. 27 Preguntas de la guía de películas en orden cronológico que incluyen preguntas previas a la escucha, preguntas para responder durant
Preview of America The Story of Us: (Episode 7 - Cities) Video Guide

America The Story of Us: (Episode 7 - Cities) Video Guide

Created by
Randy Tease
Video study guide for Episode 7: Cities of America The Story of Us. Movie guide comes complete with answer key. Questions follow the film in order. Episode 7: CitiesBetween 1880 and 1930, nearly 24 million new immigrants arrive in America. Many go to work building a new frontier: the modern city, one of America's greatest inventions. The high cost of land in cities like New York and Chicago means the only way to build is up. A new kind of building, the sky scraper, is made possible by steel.
Preview of Mulan! (teach about China, Confucianism and Chinese Inventions) 15-slide PPT

Mulan! (teach about China, Confucianism and Chinese Inventions) 15-slide PPT

This series of PowerPoint slides allows students to learn about China, Confucianism, and Chinese Inventions through video clips from the Disney film Mulan. Students follow along with guided notes handouts.The slides include:--- informational sources about the differences between Buddhism, Confucianism and Daoism--- comparison activities and word sorts for the three philosophies--- links to video clips on YouTube from Mulanwriting prompts and sentence frames--- a list of over a dozen Chinese inv
Preview of America: The Story of Us- Episode #2 "Revolution" Film Guide & Answer Key

America: The Story of Us- Episode #2 "Revolution" Film Guide & Answer Key

This is a twenty-one question guide (The teacher key is also included) that is to be used in conjunction with episode #2 "Revolution" from the History Channel documentary series, "America: The Story of Us". If you like this film guide, please check out my others. All follow a similar format, and are setup to keep your student's on-task, and engaged in the film. You may also modify the film guide if you wish, however, please make sure to maintain me (Daniel McDonald) as the author.
Preview of Cesar Chávez Movie Guide in English and Spanish | Chronological Order

Cesar Chávez Movie Guide in English and Spanish | Chronological Order

2 Movie Guides. 1 completely in English and 1 completely in Spanish. 23 Movie Guide Questions in chronological order that include pre-listening questions, questions to answer during the movie, and reflection/analysis questions that can also serve as discussion questions after the movie. Includes Answer Key included! Both in English & Spanish.2 guías de películas. 1 completamente en inglés y 1 completamente en español. 23 Preguntas de la guía de películas en orden cronológico que incluyen pre
Preview of Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas: Map activity, graphic organizer, & Inca video guide

Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas: Map activity, graphic organizer, & Inca video guide

Created by
Will Pulgarin
This product includes a compare and contrast chart of the Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas. This product also includes a simple mapping activity that will help students geographically located the three civilizations. Lastly, I have included a video guide to the NOVA documentary titled, "Ghosts of Machu Picchu." This video guides provides questions and background information about the Incas. This also includes a bonus file: European Explorers Chart Thumbnail Clipart Credit: Illumismart (highly recommend
Preview of Economics Video Study Guide: Monsters, Inc.

Economics Video Study Guide: Monsters, Inc.

This video study guide contains 16 multiple-choice, economics-themed questions that can be used in conjunction with the 2001 film Monsters, Inc. (Rated G - 92 minutes) Following the AP Economics exams last spring, I agreed to allow my economics students to select a film to watch in class, on the condition that they would answer questions about the economic themes in the film. The result was this study guide, which we used to discuss the economic concepts demonstrated in the movie. Some of the
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