The King of Kings Movie Guide and Activities | Bible-Based | Worksheets

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Engaging 18-page movie guide unit for "The King of Kings (2025)" with 3 sets of differentiated questions with answers, faith reflection, storyboard, synopsis, Jesus character writing, & word search. Perfect for Easter.

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PART 1 – Comprehension questions in chronological order. I have made three sets for differentiation. The multiple-choice questions may also work well with ESL/ELL students. Answer keys included.

• 45 questions requiring full sentence answers.
• 30 questions requiring full sentence answers (15 removed from the 45-question set)
• 30 multiple choice questions with 3 possible answers.

PART 2 – Storyboard and synopsis

• Students to create a 9-scene storyboard, illustrating pivotal events from the movie. Each scene should include a short description explaining the main idea it represents. Use the movie questions to guide sequencing.
• Using their storyboards as guides, students to write a synopsis of the movie.

PART 3 – Character and Faith Reflection

• Students complete a Faith Reflection page exploring what Jesus’ life, sacrifice, and resurrection reveal, and how these lessons apply to their own lives.
• Students complete a character reflection focused on Jesus, identifying His qualities, reflecting on a meaningful moment, and including a drawing of Him.
• Students reflect on what it means to be a disciple by considering moments of faith and struggle in the movie and creating a symbolic drawing to represent following Jesus.

PART 4 – Word search

• There are 15 words/connected words for students to find in the word search. First, they must unscramble 10 words followed by answering the 5 clues for the rest. Answers included.

The animated movie is inspired by the book “The Life of Our Lord” by Charles Dickens. It follows the story of Jesus, the promised King, from His birth to His death and resurrection. Through miracles, teachings, sacrifice, and love, students will see how Jesus showed compassion, courage, and complete trust in Almighty God.

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Hamnet Movie Guide and Activities | Worksheets | William Shakespeare

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Engaging 15-page movie guide unit for "Hamnet (2025)" featuring 2 sets of differentiated questions + answers, critical thinking tasks, structured debate, storyboard, synopsis, character mind map.

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This guide may also work well as a sub plan for your substitute teacher.

PART 1 – Comprehension questions in chronological order. I have made two sets for differentiation. The multiple-choice questions may also work well with ESL/ELL students. Answer keys included.

• 35 questions requiring full sentence answers.
• 35 multiple choice questions with 3 possible answers.

PART 2 – Discussion questions (pair work) and structured debate. Example answers and teacher direction included.

• Students work in pairs to answer four critical-thinking questions related to the movie. After the students have finished their work, come together as a class to openly discuss each question.
• Students take part in a structured debate by selecting (or being assigned) a statement and arguing either FOR or AGAINST it. They must support their position with specific evidence from the movie and respond to opposing viewpoints respectfully.

PART 3 – Storyboard and synopsis

• Students to create a 9-scene storyboard, illustrating pivotal events from the movie. Each scene should include a short description explaining the main idea it represents. Use the movie questions to guide sequencing.
• Using their storyboards as guides, students to write a synopsis of the movie.

PART 4 – Character mind map

• Students to complete a simple mind map by picking a character, writing their name and drawing their face in the center bubble, followed by filling each bubble with words or drawings based on the prompts. Includes a personal take and modern comparison in the squares.

William Shakespeare’s name is only revealed near the end of the film. Consider whether to tell students in advance, as this can significantly shape their interpretation of the story.

The movie is a historical drama set in 16th-century England, inspired by the life of Shakespeare and based on the bestselling novel by Maggie O’Farrell. The film explores family relationships, marriage, ambition, grief, and loss, while inviting viewers to consider how personal experiences shape identity, creativity, and the choices we make.

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