Social- Emotional Learning for Families Through Film and Guided Conversation

  • - Family Centered SEL Program
  • - Positive Entertainment for Children
  • - Emotional Intelligence for Kids
  • - Guided Conversations that Build Character
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  • Watch

    Shared viewing builds connection.

  • Reflect

    Reflection strengthens understanding.

  • Talk

    Conversation builds social and emotional skills.

  • Grow

    Growth happens through repetition and application.

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Turn Screen Time Into Something Meaningful

  • Start With Trusted and Story-Driven Films

    • Watch Together with Confidence
    • Conversation Starters Built In
    • Choices, Emotions, and Values Kids can Relate To
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  • Activity Books that Guide Reflection and Discussion

    • Prompts that Help Children Reflect On the Story
    • Activities that Encourage Emotional Awareness
    • Connect On-Screen Choices to Everyday Life
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How to Get Started with Guided Growth

  • Step 1: Order Your Activity Books

    Each child receives their own activity book filled with thoughtful prompts and activities designed to support reflection, conversation, and social-emotional learning.

  • Step 2: Watch the Film Together

    Use the included QR code to access the film and enjoy watching together as a family. Shared viewing creates a meaningful starting point for discussion and connection.

  • Step 3: Reflect, Talk and Grow

    After watching, use the activity books to reflect on the story, talk through emotions and choices, and connect the lessons to everyday family life.

  • Step 4: Apply Lessons to Everyday Life

    Families apply story lessons to everyday life through empathy, communication, and thoughtful decision-making.

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What children watch influences how they process emotions, resolve conflict, and understand character—making entertainment a powerful part of healthy development.

Guided Growth for Families, Schools, and Communities

  • For Families

    Turn movie nights into meaningful family conversations.

    Each Guided Growth program includes a trusted film and a child-focused activity book designed to encourage reflection, conversation, and connection—at your family’s own pace.

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  • For Churches, Schools and Communites

    Guided Growth supports group learning for classrooms, churches, youth groups, and community programs, the experience encourages discussion, empathy, character development, and social-emotional growth in a trusted group setting.

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  • Watch Together

  • Reflect

  • Talk Openly

  • Grow Skills

Guided Growth is built on a legacy that began with our parents’ company, Feature Films for Families—founded on one simple belief: what children watch matters. They set out to create thoughtful, story-driven films families could trust, with stories centered on character, choice, and personal growth.

Although the original company no longer exists, the heart of that work lives on. Guided Growth continues this mission by helping families use meaningful films as a starting point for reflection and conversation.

By pairing the movies our parents created with guided activity books, families are given simple tools to talk, connect, and grow together—long after the screen goes dark.

Some of Our Current Guided Programs

There’s no script to follow, no lesson to teach, and no “right” answers. Each program is designed to meet families where they are.

  • Rigoletto

    Character & Growth Themes

    • Conflict Resolution
    • Perseverance
    • Self-Awareness

  • Buttercream Gang

    Character & Growth Themes

    • Conflict Resolution
    • Perseverance
    • Self-Awareness

  • Friendships Field

    Character & Growth Themes

    • Conflict Resolution
    • Perseverance
    • Self-Awareness

  • The Velveteen Rabbit

    Character & Growth Themes

    • Conflict Resolution
    • Perseverance
    • Self-Awareness
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What to Expect in Each Activity Book - Families can move through the books in any order—skipping or revisiting pages as feels right. There’s no right pace, only meaningful moments.

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  • Fun Activities

    Light, engaging activities that help kids ease into the experience and enjoy the story together.

  • SEL Activities

    Guided activities that support emotional awareness, empathy, and thoughtful decision-making in everyday life.

  • Fun + SEL Activities

    A blend of fun and reflection—creative activities that naturally open the door to conversation.

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Find a Program for Your Family

Guided Growth is designed to be accessible for families, with flexible options that let you choose what works best for you.

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