Inspire the next generation of innovators with the educational film Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels, a short documentary that explores the wonders of the human body and the remarkable innovations being made in medical science, engineering and technology that are helping us live longer, healthier lives. Originally seen in IMAX theaters and narrated by actor Matthew McConaughey, the high-quality documentary is being made available to every library in Pennsylvania at no charge as part of an initiative to get kids excited about a career in STEM.
The film is aligned with Pennsylvania’s state STEELS standards and is for students in grades 3 through 12 and for families. In addition to receiving a free copy of the film for your collection, you may be eligible to receive a small grant to host an event for your community.
Request a free DVD copy of the film no later than
July 1, 2026. Learn about applying for a mini-grant to host a community event.
Once you’ve received your DVD (by approximately August 1), watch the film and consider how you might use it to host a community event at your library. Come back to apply for a mini-grant no later than September 4, 2026.
The film comes with a free Educator Guide that will bring the science and engineering in Superhuman Body to life in your classroom with STEELS Standards aligned lesson plans. The educator guide includes interdisciplinary connections, differentiation opportunities, and hands-on learning for students K-12. Developed by the Kamin Science Center.
(Click images above to view sample activities from the guide)
The educational materials that accompany the film also include a Family Activity Guide for the learners in all of us to do at home. Ten activities have been designed that target children ages 5 to 14.
For more information about the film, visit superhumanbodyfilm.com.
Made possible by the MacGillivray Freeman Films Educational Foundation with generous support from Kenneth C. Griffin and Griffin Catalyst, Richard King Mellon Foundation and the Ambrose Monell Foundation. Educator Guide developed by the Kamin Science Center (formerly Carnegie Science Center).
MacGillivray Freeman Films is a producer and distributor of educational IMAX documentaries that seek to inspire families and students with greater knowledge and appreciation for science, human ingenuity, and the world’s natural wonders.
The MacGillivray Freeman Films Educational Foundation, a 501c3, supports the production of large-format films as well as outreach programs and learning tools for museums, educators and students with the aim to deepen the public’s interest in STEM and our natural world.
