Creativity and Art

Creativity and Art — Classroom Collection

Spark imagination and craft with films that celebrate music, poetry, and design. Activities center on describing creative choices, interpreting symbolism, and reflecting on how art shapes identity.

Students practice descriptive writing, compare perspectives, and present short creative responses tied to film themes.

What you'll find

  • Printable PDF + Google Slides worksheets with short-answer & discussion prompts
  • Answer keys and teacher tips for pacing and differentiation
  • Mix of classic and contemporary films to reach diverse learners
  • CCSS-aligned ELA skills; SEL ties where appropriate

Spotlight Films

  • Coco (PG – 2017) — Learners discuss family traditions, creative ambition, and cultural artistry—then write about what it means to ‘seize your moment’ with respect and gratitude.
  • Dead Poets Society (PG – 1989) — Students curate favorite lines as textual evidence and explain how poetry can reframe a life choice.
  • La La Land (PG-13 – 2016) — Prompts explore dream-chasing, sacrifice, and how creative goals intersect with relationships and resilience.

Great for arts integration: reflection writing, theme analysis, and compare-contrast tasks aligned to secondary ELA.