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Did you know we list ALL UN SDG connections for the FREE resources available on our website for using films in educational settings? And we've recently added new resources to our site with one-click downloads. https://journeysinfilm.org/resource-library/

The Sustainable Development Goals, agreed by all UN member countries, are our blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable world.

This Valentine's Day, we can all recommit to the 17 Goals and show love to our planet and all its people. https://un.org/sustainabledevelopment/

Social Studies and Geography teachers, we know some of you are looking for resources for country profiles in light of the end of the CIA World Factbook, we published a blog post just for you this morning!

https://journeysinfilm.org/teach-world-geography-with-film/

This post includes and list and DESCRIPTION of various other websites that have country profile information (as well as the web archive link for the CIA World Factbook).

Plus, the post has lots of other great geography resources from our website, all of which are FREE.

Share My Lesson wanted to tag you in case you are also hearing from educators that need recommendations of alternatives to a site that so many used.

Teach World Geography with Film - Journeys in Film Teach World Geography with Film and classroom ready lesson plans for middle school from Journeys in Film. Fee teaching resources.

Our Executive Director, Jennifer Fischer, is speaking at this conference this week! We're looking forward to it!

Did you know that New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani was the music supervisor for Queen of Katwe?

He also appears in the film as "Bookie Student" and was third assistant director. And he performs on the soundtrack as a rapper!

Queen of Katwe is one of many FAVORITES on the Journeys in Film website. We have a free discussion guide for this film and for 50+ other films.

Our resource library features more than 300+ free resources (lesson plans, discussion guides for classroom or community learning, and much more)!

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Journeys Resource Library: https://journeysinfilm.org/resource-library/

Zohran Mamdani of Queen of Katwe on Kaya FM Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

We honor the live and legacy of Jane Goodall. https://journeysinfilm.org/film/jane/

Teach about Jane Goodall with Film When Jane Goodall and her peers Dian Fossey and Birutė Galdikas began their longitudinal studies of chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans, respectively, they began more than one revolution in the b

This company was AMAZING to work with and did an INCREDIBLE job. We LOVE the new site!

We are incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with this fantastic organization, Journeys in Film, on its new website.

Their lessons are genuinely inspiring and a powerful way to teach through film, helping educators bring stories, culture, and critical thinking into the classroom in meaningful ways.

The redesigned site makes it easier than ever for teachers to explore and download free resources. Journeys in Film is an excellent resource for anyone passionate about innovative teaching.

🎬 If you haven't explored their resource library yet, I highly recommend taking a look. (link below)

We've got a new look!! Time to revisit our website which now offers filters for educators/librarians and others looking for resources. You can filter by film runtime, grade level, subject, and so much more!

PLUS -- ONE-CLICK downloads! No log-ins.

Our latest newsletter tells you all about it: https://mailchi.mp/journeysinfilm/one-click-downloads-new-improved-journeys-website-lgh7odr33e

Or go straight to the new site: https://journeysinfilm.org/resource-library/

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We first learned about North Putnam at SXSW EDU in March and are glad to have a study guide for this film available on our website and through Share My Lesson!

🎬✨ Ready to be inspired? North Putnam takes you inside a rural Indiana school district where administrators, teachers, students, and community members work hand in hand to create meaningful change.

This activity from Journeys in Film, is perfect for educator discussions and professional development, this film will spark new ideas for your own school or district.

📚 The short, adaptable study guide includes activities and discussion questions for students, teachers, and community members.

Bring North Putnam to your next PD session or classroom and watch the ideas flow! https://sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/energize-teachers-education-communities-north-putnam-409753

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ALL of the resources created by Journeys in Film are ALWAYS FREE!!! On our new and improved website, they can be downloaded WITHOUT a login and with ONE-CLICK!

Many of our resources are also available through Share My Lesson!

📅 This detailed Timeline of the Holocaust begins in 1918, tracing the rise of the N**i Party in Germany and key events leading up to and during the Holocaust.

Ending in 1945, the timeline is part of the Journeys in Film Holocaust Education collection and pairs seamlessly with a wide range of teaching materials.

Includes additional resources to support meaningful classroom discussions and historical understanding.

📂 Access the timeline here: https://sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/holocaust-timeline-handout-409765 AFT AFT Teach

💜 Celebrate World Meditation Day with film + free experiential lesson plans for grades 5-12. These free teaching resources include engaging meditation activities that students love. A great way to introduce students to world religions, Buddhism, and global education while teaching valuable emotional regulation skills. Check out our guest article at Religion Matters! https://religionmatters.org/2024/05/10/introducing-students-to-buddhism-through-film-and-experiential-learning/

PS These are also great resources for Meditation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month in May.