Children can be funny at times, and they may not make sense and that is what happens with Charlie when it comes to Alfred Hitchcock. Charlie will watch scary moves that I refuse to watch but when it comes to #AlfredHitchcock Charlie demands the tv be turned to something else.
To help Charlie get off his fear of Alfred Hitchcock I’ve created a Homeschool Lesson Plan we can do as a family because even if you graduate learning shouldn’t stop. This will help Charlie and I both sit down and watch a show that shouldn’t bother us. Would you want to join us for National Alfred Hitchcock Day?
March 12 – National Alfred Hitchcock Day #AlfredHitchcockDay • Homeschool Lesson • Movies & Shows • Snacks • Crafts • Family Movie Night
I would like to invite you to celebrate National Alfred Hitchcock Day with a fun, family‑friendly twist! While Hitchcock is known for suspense and mystery, today’s activities are designed to introduce kids and teens to classic filmmaking, storytelling techniques, and creative expression — all in a gentle, age‑appropriate way.
Enjoy movies, crafts, snacks, and a cozy family movie night brought to you by TheMommiesReviews.com. Do you like Alfred Hitchcock? Do you watch his movies? Is there anything you can share about Alfred Hitchcock with us?
Homeschool Lesson Plan: “The Art of Suspense — Hitchcock for Kids”
Learning Objectives
- Understand basic film vocabulary (camera angles, suspense, soundtrack, mood).
- Explore how filmmakers tell stories visually.
- Practice creative thinking through crafts and writing.
- Compare classic vs. modern storytelling.
Mini‑Lesson (Kid‑Friendly)
- Who was Alfred Hitchcock? A famous filmmaker known for mystery and suspense — but also for creativity, clever storytelling, and iconic visuals like silhouettes and birds.
- What is suspense? A feeling of “what will happen next?” created through music, lighting, and camera angles.
Discussion Questions
- How does music change the mood of a scene?
- Why do shadows make things feel mysterious?
- What makes a story exciting even without being scary?
Hands‑On Activities
- Camera Angle Walk‑Around: Kids take photos from high, low, and eye‑level angles.
- Soundtrack Switch: Play a happy song over a dramatic clip (G‑rated) to show how music changes mood.
- Shadow Art: Use a lamp and paper to trace dramatic silhouettes.
Family‑Friendly Hitchcock‑Inspired Watch List– (These are NOT scary — curated for families.)
| Title | Rating | Why It Works for Families | Where to Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trouble with Harry (1955) | PG | Light mystery, quirky humor | Amazon, Apple TV |
| To Catch a Thief (1955) | PG | Adventure + beautiful scenery | Paramount+, Amazon |
| North by Northwest (1959) | PG | Action‑mystery, iconic scenes | Max, Amazon |
| Hitchcock: Master of Suspense Documentaries (Kid‑Friendly Clips) | G/PG | Behind‑the‑scenes filmmaking | YouTube, PBS clips |
(All availability subject to change.)
Snacks for Hitchcock Night
- “Birds on a Stick” Fruit Skewers (grapes + pineapple birds)
- Shadow Silhouette Cookies (black icing on sugar cookies)
- Popcorn Trio:
- Classic butter
- Chocolate drizzle
- Cinnamon‑sugar “mystery mix”
- Black & White Milkshakes (vanilla + chocolate swirl)
Crafts for Kids
- Butterfly Silhouette Art (perfect tie‑in for your logo!)
- Black cardstock + pastel backgrounds
- DIY Director’s Clapboard
- Foam board + chalk markers
- Make Your Own Movie Poster
- Kids design a “mystery” poster using pastel colors and floral accents
- Shadow Puppet Theater
- Cardstock shapes + flashlight + sheet backdrop
Family Movie Night Pla
- Set up a cozy “retro cinema” with blankets and pastel fairy lights
- Serve themed snacks
- Let kids “announce” the movie using their clapboard craft
- End with a family discussion:
- What made the movie exciting?
- What filmmaking tricks did you notice?
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
