Middle School Social Emotional Learning Movie Guides

Equity and Resilience Thematic Bundle: Disabilities Unit & Out of My Mind Movie

By TooBookedUp

Explore themes of equity, disabilities, and resilience with this dynamic resource bundle designed for grades 5-8!

  1. 18-Day Disabilities & Equity Unit (Grades 6+): This comprehensive unit includes engaging projects, thought-provoking essays, rigorous assessments, and Socratic seminars to help students explore visible and invisible disabilities, equity in schools, and societal challenges. Perfect for deepening understanding and fostering empathy in your classroom.
  2. Out of My Mind Movie Guide and Activities (Grades 5+): Dive deeper into Sharon Draper’s Out of My Mind with this movie guide and activity pack! Students will analyze characters, themes, and key scenes while practicing critical thinking and reflection skills.

This bundle is ideal for educators looking to combine standards-aligned instruction with meaningful, real-world themes. Save time and inspire your students with these ready-to-use resources!

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Out of My Mind Sharon Draper Movie Guide and Activities Grades 5+

By TooBookedUp

Bring the heartwarming and inspiring Disney+ adaptation of Out of My Mind into your classroom with this comprehensive movie guide and activity bundle. Perfect for grades 5-8, this resource engages students in thoughtful discussion, critical analysis, and creative reflection while exploring key themes of inclusion, perseverance, and advocacy.

What’s Included:

Pre-Watching Activities:

  • Agree/Disagree/Justify Statements: Students reflect on key themes like inclusion, disability, and perseverance before viewing the movie.
  • Author Investigation: Research questions about Sharon M. Draper’s life, career, and motivations for writing Out of My Mind.

During-Watching Questions:

  • 3 Open-Ended Discussion Questions: Encourage critical thinking and active viewing, focusing on the film’s characters, themes, and key moments.

Post-Watching Reflection:

  • Creative Reflection Choices: Students choose from a variety of activities, including:

  • A personal essay exploring connections to Melody’s story.

  • A diary entry written from the perspective of a character.

  • A 6-panel brochure highlighting the movie’s plot, characters, and themes.

Skills Covered:

  • Critical Thinking: Through open-ended questions and reflection activities.
  • Research Skills: Investigating Sharon M. Draper’s life and work.
  • Creative Expression: Writing diary entries, essays, or designing brochures.
  • Empathy and Inclusion: Exploring themes that challenge perspectives and foster understanding.

Why Teachers Love It:

Engaging & Flexible: Perfect for a wide range of learners with multiple activity options.
Low Prep: Ready-to-use activities designed for easy implementation.
Standards-Aligned: Meets objectives in reading comprehension, writing, and critical thinking.

Perfect For:

  • Movie Companion Activities
  • SEL Lessons on Inclusion and Perseverance
  • Sub Plans or Flexible Learning Days
  • Cross-Curricular Connections in ELA and Social Studies

This complete guide offers everything you need to turn Out of My Mind into a powerful teaching moment. Inspire your students to think deeply, reflect creatively, and grow in understanding with this must-have resource. Grab it today!

Additional resources with similar themes: 18-Day Disabilities & Equity Unit Grades 6+ Project, Essay, Assessments, Seminar

$5.00