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And So It Begins new
And So It Begins
In a decades-long nonfiction saga of the Philippines, And So It Begins director Ramona Diaz presents the latest chapter on her homeland as the...
  • Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Black History Lessons
Black History Lessons
This collection includes resources for teaching US Black History and Global Black History. The first four films listed on the page align with U.S....
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Reduced_Inequalities
Celebration of Nature
Celebration of Nature
A Celebration of Nature Lessons & Activities for Elementary & Middle School are great for STEM Learning, Earth Day and Earth Month, and more....
  • Lesson Grades: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Ages: 3–7, 8–12
  • Responsible_Consumption_and_Production
  • Life_Below_Water
  • Life_on_Land
Chasing Coral new
Chasing Coral
“We made Chasing Coral to invigorate discussions around climate issues and activate youth to be a part of the solution. Below you’ll find five resources...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Climate_Action
  • Life_Below_Water
Chasing Ice new
Chasing Ice
Chasing Ice is a powerful tool to engage the next generation in discussion around solutions to climate crisis. The Chasing Ice Discussion Guide is...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG-13
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Climate_Action
Children of Heaven
Children of Heaven
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....
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
  • Reduced_Inequalities
Civics Activities and Printables
Civics Activities and Printables
These Civics Activities and Printables are designed for Social Studies, Civics, and Government classes for grades 6-8. Teaching Tips We recommend screening the full...
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Civics and Civic Engagement Lessons
Civics and Civic Engagement Lessons
These Civics and Civic Engagement Lessons are great for civics, government, political science and social studies classes. They’re also great tools individual learners and...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Dark Money new
Dark Money
The Dark Money Discussion Guide is a powerful educational tool to launch non-partisan discussions around political corruption, the power of civic engagement and protecting...
  • Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • TV-14
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Defiant Requiem
Defiant Requiem
Defiant Requiem is a powerful film for teaching about the Holocaust and World War II history. “One of the major themes… is courage.” — Learn...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Environmental Studies Lessons
Environmental Studies Lessons
These Environmental Studies Lessons are great for STEM Learning, Climate Studies, Earth Science, Environmental Science classes, and more.  Additional resources for teaching with these...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Affordable_and_Clean_Energy
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Climate_Action
Finding Pride
Finding Pride
The Finding Pride: Official Discussion and Activity Guide takes a look at 33 compelling true stories stories divided into six themes or lesson plans....
  • Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+, All Ages
  • Gender_Equality
  • Reduced_Inequalities
From the Ashes From the Ashes
From the Ashes
Learn more about the impact of coal mining on our health, economy, and climate with From the Ashes.   Spread the love
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Affordable_and_Clean_Energy
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Climate_Action
Glossary of Film Terms
Glossary of Film Terms
The Glossary of Film Terms is useful for Film History, Film Literacy and Film Studies classes. It pairs well with all of our film...
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
Golden Age Karate
Golden Age Karate
Golden Age Karate is great for teaching character education, community building, SEL, and service learning. This 5- minute film was a Vimeo Staff Pick! Learn...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
Greener Pastures
Greener Pastures
Greener Pastures opens opportunities for discussion about life for small family farmers, climate change, family, substance abuse, hardship and resilience, and the US rural...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Zero_Hunger
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
  • Decent_Work_and_Economic_Growth
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Responsible_Consumption_and_Production
  • Life_on_Land
Group Discussion Facilitation Guidelines
Group Discussion Facilitation Guidelines
The Group Discussions Facilitation Guidelines provide suggestions for leading productive conversations that broaden perspectives, encourage empathy, and create safe spaces for student engagement. Spread the...
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
Happy (The Happy Movie)
Happy (The Happy Movie)
Use Happy (The Happy Movie!) to explore the psychology of happiness with your students, bolster social emotional learning (SEL) and introduce them to cultures...
  • Lesson Grades: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
He Named Me Malala
He Named Me Malala
He Named Me Malala introduces students to the real life story of education advocate Malala Yousafzai, who became the youngest Nobel Prize laureate in history...
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG-13
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
  • Gender_Equality
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Hidden Figures
Hidden Figures
We are pleased to offer an easy-to-use Discussion Guide and a classroom-ready Curriculum Guide for Disney’s Hidden Figures. Literary Connection For a film-book pairing, teach...
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Gender_Equality
  • Decent_Work_and_Economic_Growth
  • Reduced_Inequalities
How to Choose Films for Your Classroom
How to Choose Films for Your Classroom
How to Choose Films for Your Classroom  is designed to help you choose the right film for your learning community.   As you work through...
  • Lesson Grades: TK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 3–7, 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
Jane
Jane
Jane introduces students to the life and work of pioneering chimpanzee expert Dr. Jane Goodall, as well as her colleagues Dian Fossey and Biruté...
  • Lesson Grades: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Gender_Equality
  • Decent_Work_and_Economic_Growth
  • Climate_Action
  • Life_on_Land
Just Mercy
Just Mercy
Our Just Mercy curriculum guide grounds students in the historical context of US racial segregation and the Civil Rights movement. It’s a powerful tool...
  • Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College
  • PG-13
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet
Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet
Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet brings Gibran’s famous book to the screen as a beautiful animated anthology film, produced by Salma Hayek. Engage students with classroom-ready...
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
Landfill Harmonic
Landfill Harmonic
Landfill Harmonic is an inspirational documentary with key opportunities for environmental education. Looking for more Earth Month films for students? Check out these environment-themed films with lesson...
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
  • PG
  • Ages: All Ages
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Climate_Action
Like Stars on Earth
Like Stars on Earth
Like Stars on Earth offers a wonderful opportunity to teach students about India, Bollywood films, and the Hindu festival Diwali. It can also open...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
  • PG
  • Ages: All Ages
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
  • Quality_Education
Media Literacy and Journalism Lessons
Media Literacy and Journalism Lessons
These Media Literacy and Journalism Lessons can be used for Government, Journalism, Media Literacy, Social Studies classes and more. Additional resources for teaching with...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
North Putnam new North Putnam
North Putnam
North Putnam is about a rural Indiana school district and the community it serves,. This film is excellent for educator discussions and professional development....
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
One Strange Rock One Strange Rock
One Strange Rock
One Strange Rock is a ten-part National Geographic series that explores the twists of fate that allow life to thrive on earth. These classroom-ready lesson...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Life_on_Land
Please Vote For Me Please Vote For Me
Please Vote For Me
Please Vote For Me brings civics and elections to life for students and is also a valuable tool for teaching students about China. “This film...
  • Lesson Grades: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
Queen of Katwe
Queen of Katwe
Queen of Katwe introduces students to Uganda, chess, and international chess star Phiona Mutesi. It’s also a great tool for starting conversations about the...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
  • Gender_Equality
Searching for Amani new
Searching for Amani
Searching for Amani presents a compelling documentary with a young journalist main character that introduces students to Kenya and explores climate change from multiple...
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Climate_Action
Teacher Toolbox
Teacher Toolbox
The Teacher Toolbox resources are designed to support educators in a wide range of learning environments. New to our materials?—Start here! Spread the love
  • Lesson Grades: TK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Quality_Education
Teaching With Film: Getting Started Guide
Teaching With Film: Getting Started Guide
Teaching With Film: Getting Started Guide will get you ready to teach with film. These simple tips are also useful for teaching with any...
  • Lesson Grades: TK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 3–7, 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+, All Ages
  • Quality_Education
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind introduces students to Malawi and science of wind power. Literary Connection For a film-book pairing, teach the film...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Zero_Hunger
  • Quality_Education
  • Affordable_and_Clean_Energy
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Climate_Action
The Cup The Cup
The Cup
The Cup connects with current events through lessons on refugees and the politics of production. Explore Tibetan Culture, Buddhism, Media Literacy and much more...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8
  • G
  • Ages: 3–7, 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+, All Ages
  • Affordable_and_Clean_Energy
  • Reduced_Inequalities
The Fast Runner new
The Fast Runner
Short narrative film The Fast Runner offers insight into the Holocaust through the eyes of a Jewish girl in Poland. It is appropriate for...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
The Invisible Shield
The Invisible Shield
The Invisible Shield highlights the critical importance of the public health system and the unsung heroes who work in it to keep us safe. The...
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
  • Industry_Innovation_and_Infrastructure
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble
The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble
Teach about world music, world instruments and world cultures with The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble. Spread the love
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • PG-13
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
The Neighborhood Storyteller
The Neighborhood Storyteller
The Neighborhood Storyteller is an engaging teaching tool to excite students about the power of reading. It also introduces students to current events in...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
  • Gender_Equality
The Social Dilemma new
The Social Dilemma
With The Social Dilemma as a jumping off point, we hope these resources will empower viewers to demand and create better social media technology...
  • Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • PG-13
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
  • Responsible_Consumption_and_Production
The Way Home The Way Home
The Way Home
The Way Home presents an engaging opportunity to learn about traditional Korean culture. Our lesson plans for this film span the curriculum, including Social...
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
  • Reduced_Inequalities
The Wild new
The Wild
Join the real-life struggle to save the last fully intact wild salmon system left on Earth with these lessons for documentary film The Wild....
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Good_Health_and_Well_being
  • Clean_Water_and_Sanitation
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Climate_Action
  • Life_Below_Water
Wadjda
Wadjda
Wadjda introduces students to Saudi Arabia and Islam. It’s also a great starting point for discussing gender equality. Spread the love
  • Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • PG
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Gender_Equality
  • Reduced_Inequalities
Walden, A Game
Walden, A Game
Walden, A Game allows players to explore the life of American philosopher Henry David Thoreau at Walden Pond in 1845. Literary Connections This educational...
  • Lesson Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • NR
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+, All Ages
  • Life_on_Land
Whale Rider Whale Rider
Whale Rider
Whale Rider tells the story of a Māori girl who challenges generations of cultural tradition and assumptions about gender. Introduce students to Aotearoa /...
  • Lesson Grades: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
  • PG-13
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Gender_Equality
  • Life_Below_Water
Windows and Mirrors
Windows and Mirrors
The Windows and Mirrors activity encourages learners to engage with a balanced variety of text and media perspectives. The activity also builds belonging and...
  • Lesson Grades: TK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 3–7, 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Quality_Education
Women’s History Lessons
Women’s History Lessons
Our Women’s History Lessons and resources are great for English Language Arts, Film Literacy, Government, Social Studies, STEM, Women’s Studies classes, and more. Additional...
  • Lesson Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Ages: 8–12, 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Gender_Equality
Youth v Gov
Youth v Gov
Bring Youth v Gov to your classroom to engage students around Civics, U.S. Government, Environmental Science and more! We recommend this film and guide combination...
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • TV-14
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Climate_Action
  • Peace_Justice_and_Strong_Institutions
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