Belle - Movies for Learning

Belle is a movie based on the life of Dido Elizabeth Belle in the 1700's. It is about a mixed race woman who was born illegitimate but became an heiress in her time. 

Dido Elizabeth Belle and Lady Elizabeth Murray 1778 by David Martin

The theme of racial identity was a driving force in the movie. It also reflected the belief about status and birth. The theme of slavery runs through this movie which helps students to see how life was during this time.

Here are the questions for Belle. These questions are geared to Grades 7-9.

I hope that your students enjoy this movie,

Blessings,

Natalie

A United Kingdom - Movies for Learning

A United Kingdom is based on a true story about an heir to the throne in an African country who goes to  London, falls in love and marries an English woman. This story takes place right after WW#2 in what is now Botswana.

There are many things to explore in this movie and I hope that your students enjoy it!

Here are the questions for A United Kingdom. I have included character analysis, historical context, writing prompts, an extension activity and Christian applications. This study is for a High School student.

Blessings,

Natalie

Woodsong - "We have bear trouble..." by Gary Paulsen

 

Woodsong is a memoir of Gary Paulsen's life and "We have bear trouble..." is a peek into that life and his transformation in how he approaches nature and his environment.

You can find an audio version of the book on You-tube. Or you can access it at your local library. You may be able to find this chapter online, but I am sorry, I don't have a link for you.

Here is the handout for Grade 6 which as always can be adapted to other grades. I have included critical thinking questions, theme exploration, writing prompts, Christian application and extension activities. 

Blessings,

Natalie

Scout's Honor by Avi

 

Scout's Honor by Avi is available in this anthology on Archive.org or you could source it in another way. An audio version is available on You-tube. 

It is a story about an adventure of three young scouts in Brooklyn in the 1920's. It is great for a Grade 6 student to study.

Here is the handout for this study including literary analysis, character analysis, critical thinking questions, writing prompts, Christian application and extension ideas.

I hope you enjoy Scout's Honor with your students. As always, this study could be adapted for another grade level. 

Blessings,

Natalie

Anna and the King - Movies for Learning

 

Anna and the King was a favourite Movies for Learning with students. The fact that it was based on a true story made it even more powerful. 

There was lots to unpack here with themes of cultural conflict, loyalty and learning to understand other's motivation for themselves and future generations.

Here are the questions for Anna and the King.

Blessings,

Natalie

A Piece of Chalk - an essay by G.K. Chesterton

 

The essay "A Piece of Chalk" by G.K. Chesterton, is a study in symbolism and theology. 

I hope that your students will enjoy this essay and be able to draw out the deeper meanings within.

This handout includes literary analysis, critical thinking, Christian application and extension activities.

My Grade 9 students have found this essay challenging but worth the effort to explore. It can certainly be adapted for High School students.

Blessings,

Natalie