Movie Review Journal

4.6
Media Literacy

Create a special journal to record thoughts and drawings about movies watched

20 mins

Duration

Ages 4-6

Age Range

Easy

Difficulty

Materials Needed
  • Notebook or journal
  • Crayons or markers
  • Stickers
  • Pencil
Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. 1

    Set up a special movie journal with your child's name

  2. 2

    After watching a movie, talk about favorite parts

  3. 3

    Help them draw pictures of favorite characters or scenes

  4. 4

    Write down their thoughts about the movie

  5. 5

    Rate the movie with stars or smiley faces

  6. 6

    Look back at previous entries to compare movies

Safety Tips
  • Keep discussions positive and age-appropriate
  • Help with writing if needed
  • Respect their opinions about movies
Learning Goals
Critical thinkingExpression of opinionsWriting skillsMemory recall
Fun Variations
  • Create character comparison charts
  • Draw movie posters for films watched
  • Make predictions about what will happen next