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Overview
Children of Heaven introduces students to the people and culture of Iran. It’s a great tool for building empathy and broadening horizons through global education.
- Type: Narrative Feature Film
- Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9
- Rating: PG
- Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
- Run time: 60–119 minutes
Where to Watch
Where to Watch: Watch Children of Heaven on Amazon or other streaming platforms. Or buy the Blu-ray, DVD or VHS.
Curriculum Guide
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Lesson 1: The Islamic Republic of Iran
Subject: Geography, Social Studies, World History
Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9
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Lesson 2: Viewing Children of Heaven
Subject: Film Literacy, Media Literacy
Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
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Lesson 3: Understanding Children of Heaven
Subject: English Language Arts, Film Literacy, International Relations, Language Arts, Media Literacy
Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
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Lesson 5: My Home is Tehran
Subject: Geography, Social Studies
Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
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Lesson 6: Film as Storytelling
Subject: Film Literacy, Media Literacy
Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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Lesson 7: Put Yourself in Someone Else’s Shoes
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Lesson 8: Keeping Secrets
Subject: Math
Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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Lesson 10: Persian Carpets
Subject: Art History, Geography, Visual Arts
Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
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