Freedom Writers: Film Guide

A resource that uses Freedom Writers to explore and discuss social prejudic
A resource that uses Freedom Writers to explore and discuss social prejudic

Ages

14–16

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

A film guide that looks at Freedom Writers (2007), an inspiring drama following a teacher at a US high school that is plagued by gang violence, who resorts to unconventional methods to reach her students.


This guide is useful for exploring Citizenship and English in addition to highlighting themes surrounding racism and prejudice, school and growing up.

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This Resource Supports

  • Citizenship
  • English

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