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The Big Snit

This poignant and hilarious animated film perfectly captures the intersection of a domestic quarrel and a global nuclear war. An Oscar®-nominee enjoyed by millions of fans, this film is a classic example of Richard Condie's off-the-wall humour.

Grade 3 - 8

Family Studies/Home Economics / Relationships

Heath/Personal Development / Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution

Teaching Guides

Guide 1 | Guide 2

Educational purpose:

Students of all ages need to learn strategies to handle frustration and build positive relationships with their family and peers. Examine the couple’s reactions to their situation and how they make it worse. What could they have done differently? What would you do? Make a list of possible actions to take when frustration mounts to avoid extreme emotional stress.

Michèle Sadeek, Whitby, ON

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  • Iva

    Iva

      “I love this film and it's a classic, but had it been done one year later, it would've never been as popular. Has anyone else thouught about it? ”

    10 Jun 2010
  • AT1ST

    AT1ST

      “It's "Hotel 10 KM" I don't think there's anything written on the scrabble bits that the man disintegrates into, though. Would likely have been rather overboard, sure - but that's what High Quality is for - DNA coding in videos. <_<”

    13 May 2010
  • astrida

    astrida

      “has anyone figured out what the scrabble letters flying up to heaven at the end spell? "HOTEL ____"? something else?”

    12 May 2010
  • sydco2wdv

    sydco2wdv

      “I am glad to see this here , I just love it !”

    24 Feb 2010
  • Muzzilo

    Muzzilo

      “why call them votes...put in an option to 'not like'? I think there's nothing to fear--great films--but a bit Facebookish to not allow a down-thumb.”

    10 Feb 2010
    1 person likes this | Like

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