How Film Can Help Students Build Media Literacy Skills
A practical guide to teaching media literacy with film, including classroom questions, lesson ideas and tools that help educators move from viewing to analysis.
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Explore Our 2026–2027 K-12 Programming Calendar
May 18, 2026
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Swank Motion Pictures
From back-to-school carnivals to Earth Day eco zones, our K‑12 Programming Calendar is packed with seasonal ideas that make it easy to create meaningful, movie-powered events all year long.
Each month features:
- Creative event ideas tied to national holidays and cultural observances
- Curated movie suggestions perfect for themed programming
- Simple activities that build community
- Guidance on copyright compliance for worry-free screenings
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