For Educators

We believe teaching with film has the power to prepare students to live and work more successfully in the 21st century as informed and globally competent citizens.Everyone loves a good movie. The immediacy and power of a visual story well told can often convey a message better than printed or spoken words. At its best, film can reach the emotions of students and provide for lively classroom discussions, thus potentially increasing the likelihood of understanding and analyzing concepts.

The key to using movies for education is the quality of the lesson plans and discussions that follow after the lights go on.”

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We offer printed and downloadable complete curriculum guides as well as individual lesson plans. Some of these items are available for FREE.

Our lesson plans cover subjects ranging from math, science, social studies, and language arts to topics like environment, hunger, global health, media literacy, and much more!

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Lesson Plans for Teachers
Discovering Iran
Help your students understand cultures of the Middle East through Iranian cuisine, geography, and other social studies lessons.
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Discovering South Africa
Follow young Musa's quest for survival, understanding, and community while learning about HIV/AIDS.
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Discovering Maori Culture
Explore cultural changes across generations, as young Pai becomes the first female leader of a Maori community.
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Discovering South Korea
Teach students about inter-generational conflict and globalization.
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Discovering Tibet
Immerse your students in the traditions and culture of Tibet through this award-winning film.
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Discovering India
Explore India’s culture through Bollywood and a young boy's struggle with dyslexia and bullying.
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