Historical Movie Curriculum – Early Elementary

Description

Make History Engaging with Movies – Designed for Early Learners

Introduce your young learners to world history through the magic of film! The Historical Movie Curriculum – Early Elementary is a 36-week, story-rich journey through time that uses age-appropriate films to build empathy, vocabulary, and an early understanding of global cultures and events.

Created specifically for early elementary students, this curriculum weaves social studies, writing, art, and critical thinking into an accessible and enjoyable weekly format. With built-in flexibility, it works beautifully for homeschool, co-op, or classroom environments.

Each week features a historical movie (rated G to PG-13, with suggestions for edited versions), a summary of its historical significance, vocabulary words, and thoughtful, open-ended discussion questions. Students are gently introduced to essential topics like leadership, bravery, freedom, and justice—all while building a foundational timeline of history.

🔑 What You’ll Love About This Curriculum:

• Covers 36 weeks of historical content from Ancient Egypt to the Civil Rights Movement

• Designed with simple language and gentle prompts for early learners (Grades K–3)

• Vocabulary-building activities and weekly discussion questions

• Encourages creative expression through writing, drawing, and dramatization

• Easily integrates with multi-subject learning

• PDF format – instantly downloadable and printable for convenience

• Created for homeschool, co-op, or primary classrooms

🗺️ Historical Eras Covered Include:

• Ancient Civilizations (Egypt, China)

• Medieval and Feudal Europe

• The American Revolution & Founding

• Civil War & Reconstruction

• Industrial Revolution & World Wars

• Civil Rights & Modern American History

🌐 Extend the Learning

Support vocabulary development with resources like Etymonline or explore the power of storytelling in history at the Linguistic Society of America.

🔗 Link to related curriculum – Historical Movie Bundle
🔗 Link to full catalog

📥 Format & Delivery:

Digital PDF download — ready to print or view on tablet. Print one week at a time or compile the entire program in a binder!

🎓 Ideal For:

• Homeschooling families seeking rich, discussion-based history

• Co-op leaders planning a cross-grade course

• Teachers looking to add context and engagement to their social studies lessons

Students will finish this course with a timeline-based understanding of major global historical events, sharpened communication skills, and a deeper sense of empathy and justice.