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Resources

Students and Parents:

We’ve put together grade-specific packets that will help you start thinking like a screenwriter. This includes basic information, writing exercises, screenwriting analysis, and example submissions for each student group.

View the Complete Student Guides (K-12)

Teachers:

We’ve developed a curriculum guide and a series of worksheets designed to encourage your students to participate. We’re also taking requests for local filmmakers to come to your school and talk with your students! To coordinate a classroom visit, please contact Info@PensToLens.com.

View the Complete Teaching Guide

Downloads:

Download the full packet as a printable pdf:
Teacher and Parent Guide

Teacher and Parent Guide

Student Filmmaking Resources

For students who intend to produce their own script to submit to the Student Filmmaking Competition, we have a filmmaking kit available to borrow!

Student Filmmaking Kit

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