Jumping for Joy – Explored Themes: Confidence, Perseverance & Teamwork

Jumping for Joy is a story-driven, family-friendly film paired with a guided activity book designed to encourage reflection and conversation around perseverance, fairness, and standing up for what feels right.

The film follows a young girl determined to play basketball despite resistance and doubt. Through shared viewing, families are invited to observe moments involving teamwork, effort, sportsmanship, and facing challenges both on and off the court. Watching together creates a natural opportunity to talk about attitude, persistence, and navigating setbacks shown in the story.

The accompanying activity book offers prompts and creative pages that help families discuss these story themes together at their own pace.

What’s Included

• Watch Feature Films for Families film "Jumping for Joy" anytime as a family for 2 months
  
• Guided activity book, featuring:
  • Story-inspired reflection prompts
  • Discussion-focused activity pages
  • Creative activities connected to sports and teamwork

Themes Families Can Discuss

• Perseverance and effort during challenges
• Confidence and determination shown in the story
• Teamwork, cooperation, and supporting others
• Fairness and sportsmanship
• Handling winning and losing with perspective

Sports & Story Focus

Jumping for Joy uses basketball as a storytelling element. Activity pages invite families to:

• Notice teamwork and cooperation in the story
• Discuss practice, effort, and persistence shown by the characters
• Reflect on how sports moments connect to everyday experiences

Activity Book Experience

The activity book includes light, age-appropriate activities inspired by the film, reflection pages that invite discussion, and creative prompts designed for shared conversation. Families can move through the book in any order, focusing on what resonates most.

Designed For

• Families watching together at home
• Children who enjoy sports-themed stories
• Parents seeking conversation-based screen time
• Homes, classrooms, churches, and community group settings