Dear Film Buffs,

Today we’ll watch the movie The Watsons Go to Birmingham. As we do, think about all the ways it’s different from the book. Movies have many more limitations than books. In books, the incredible can happen. In movies, it all has to fit the budget and appeal to a mass audience.

But we can still learn a lot from watching movies. What’s important is that we use our minds well in all situations. Whether its books or movies, picking out what clothes to wear, or setting your fantasy football lineup, always use a critical mind. We don’t just do it in school. We practice using our minds well in school so we can do it everyday for the rest of our lives.

Sincerely,

Mr. H