Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to watch a movie and engage in language arts activities related to reading.
Materials and Prep
- A movie of your choice
- A device to watch the movie on (e.g., TV, computer, tablet)
- A notebook or paper
- Pencils or crayons
Make sure you have a comfortable and quiet space to watch the movie.
Activities
- Choose a movie that you would like to watch.
- Before starting the movie, write down the title of the movie and draw a picture related to it.
- While watching the movie, pay attention to the characters, settings, and events. Think about how the story is being told.
- After watching the movie, write a short summary of what happened. Include the main characters and the important events in the story.
- Draw another picture to represent your favorite part of the movie.
- Share your summary and favorite part with a family member or friend. You can also act out a scene from the movie if you'd like!
Transitional-Kindergarten Grade Talking Points
- "Movies are a type of entertainment that we can watch on a screen. They often tell stories with characters and events."
- "When we watch a movie, we need to pay attention to the characters, settings, and what happens in the story. This helps us understand the movie better."
- "After watching the movie, we can write a summary to remember what happened. It's like telling the story in our own words."
- "Drawing pictures can help us remember our favorite parts of the movie. We can use our imagination to bring the story to life."
- "Sharing our thoughts and feelings about the movie with others is a fun way to discuss what we liked and what we learned."