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Joy: Film Guide

Joy
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Joy © 20TH CENTURY FOX ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Ages

11–14

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

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A film guide that looks at Joy (2015), the true story of Joy Mangano, a young woman fiercely determined to get her innovative ‘Miracle Mop' invention on the market.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including Economics and Business, Design and Technology, Careers and PSHE Education in addition to highlighting themes surrounding scientists and inventors, technology, directors, family, design, North American countries and historical periods.

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Design and Technology

Economics and Business

Careers

History

PSHE Education

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