Movie Trailer Making

Movie Trailer Making is a free, NQF-aligned Music, Drama & Dance activity for ages 8 to 12. It includes a learning intention, a materials list, step-by-step instructions and framework links.

Learning intention

This experience supports children to use digital media to represent their thinking and to collaborate with agency.

You'll need

• Tablets with a video app
• Small props or construction toys
• A quiet filming corner

How to do it

1. Children plan a short movie trailer storyline.
2. They use props or act out scenes themselves.
3. Film short clips on the tablet.
4. Edit the clips together and screen the finished trailers.

Curriculum links

MTOP

• 5.3 Children and young people collaborate with others, express ideas and make meaning using a range of digital technologies and media and communication technologies
• 1.2 Children and young people develop their autonomy, interdependence, resilience and agency

NQS

• 1.1.1 Approved learning framework - Curriculum decision-making contributes to each child’s learning and development outcomes in relation to their identity, connection with community, wellbeing, confidence as learners and effectiveness as communicators.

Frequently asked questions

What NQF outcomes does Movie Trailer Making support?

Movie Trailer Making is mapped to MTOP 5.3, MTOP 1.2, NQS 1.1.1. Each framework link is quoted in full on this page.

What age group is Movie Trailer Making for?

This activity suits ages 8–12.

What do I need for Movie Trailer Making?

You will need Tablets with a video app, Small props or construction toys and A quiet filming corner.

How long does Movie Trailer Making take?

Allow about 40–60 min.