http://kidstvmovies.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hh http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2012-02-17T10:41:03Z Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:41:03 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/22/six-year-old-skeptic.htm <p>It's been a long time since my kids have seen a TV commercial. We usually watch movies or recorded shows. But the other day, my six-year-old brought a smile to my face when she saw a commercial for a toy and casually remarked, "That looks fun, but I bet it doesn't work as good as they're saying it does."</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/22/six-year-old-skeptic.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/22/six-year-old-skeptic.htm Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:57:25 +0000 2012-02-22T10:57:25Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/17/will-arnett-on-the-secret-world-of-arrietty.htm <p><img src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/I/q/Pod.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" align="left" /><em>The Secret World of Arrietty</em> hits theaters today! In celebration of the opening of one of the best children's/family films you have seen in a long time, here are some insights from Will Arnett, who voices Pod in the movie. Pod is Arrietty's father, and what's fun about the role, is that Will's wife Amy Poehler voices the role of Arrietty's mother, Homily.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/17/will-arnett-on-the-secret-world-of-arrietty.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/17/will-arnett-on-the-secret-world-of-arrietty.htm Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:41:03 +0000 2012-02-17T10:41:03Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/16/new-this-week-on-dvd.htm <p>Here are a few of the new DVDs and Blu-rays available this week. <em>The Lorax</em> comes just before the new CG animated movie hits theaters next month, so we can enjoy the book and the original cartoon in anticipation of March 2. And, Dora brings us the first of the new Easter releases!</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/16/new-this-week-on-dvd.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/16/new-this-week-on-dvd.htm Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:05:47 +0000 2012-02-16T19:05:47Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/13/the-secret-world-of-arriety-new-clip.htm <p><img src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/5/o/Arrietty_Postersm.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" align="left" /></p> <p>I just can't say enough good things about this movie. <em>The Secret World of Arrietty</em> presents a great story for kids and families, and it is one of those films that reminds you that filmmaking is truly an artistic endeavor. The film has a slow and gentle pace, which is great for kids. The story is bold, the animation quaint and beautiful, and the soundtrack mesmerizing. Not to mention, the movie features a strong and brave heroine who doesn't wear make-up or kiss princes, but still has a life full of love and adventure.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/13/the-secret-world-of-arriety-new-clip.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/13/the-secret-world-of-arriety-new-clip.htm Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:44:06 +0000 2012-02-13T14:44:06Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/11/cteative-character-valentines.htm <p><img src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/8/q/jackval.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" align="right" />For some strange reason, my girls totally heart <a href="http://kidstvmovies.about.com/od/halloween/fr/nmbcr.htm"><em>The Nightmare Before Christmas</em></a>, so I was very inspired by these valentines from <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://family.go.com/crafts/craft-1035036-sweet-skellington-valentines-t/">DisneyFamily.com</a> based on the legendary Jack the Pumpkin King. Jack was completely crazed when he found out about Christmas, so it's perfectly reasonable that he dabble in Valentines Day too. If you're helping your kids do homemade valentines, these creative and unique cards would be a great option for the boys or for everyone. You could even think up a cheesy saying for the back.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/11/cteative-character-valentines.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/11/cteative-character-valentines.htm Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:49:31 +0000 2012-02-11T08:49:31Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/03/which-cause-do-you-fight-for.htm <p><img style="margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/7/q/Gray_Whales_sm.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" width="160" height="91" align="right" /> The movie <em>Big Miracle</em>, opening today in theaters, is based on a true story about the 1988 rescue of three gray whales. Different people and organizations with different agendas came to the aid of the whale family, and the movie really brings out the fact that people can do a lot when they work together, and also that there are many different causes people get involved in. In light of the Koman/Planned Parenthood saga in the news right now, I think the subject of choosing which causes to put your time and resources behind is particularly poignant. Here are a few of the causes related to the movie:</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/03/which-cause-do-you-fight-for.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/03/which-cause-do-you-fight-for.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:20:03 +0000 2012-02-03T11:20:03Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/02/extra-extra-read-all-about-it-newsies-on-broadway.htm <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" style="margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/6/q/Newsies02.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" width="400" height="266" align="middle" /></p> <p>Whether your are a fan of the 1992 Disney movie <em>Newsies</em> or not, you may be interested in finding out about the new musical based on the movie that opens soon at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre. Advance tickets are on sale now. Previews begin on March 15th, and opening night of the show on Broadway is March 29th. The show is currently scheduled to run until June 10th.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/02/extra-extra-read-all-about-it-newsies-on-broadway.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/02/02/extra-extra-read-all-about-it-newsies-on-broadway.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:08:16 +0000 2012-02-02T11:08:16Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/31/treasure-buddies.htm <p><img src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/2/q/TreasureBuddiesBluray.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" align="left" /> Yes, yes it is another Buddies movie! So, my 6 and 9-year-olds are so over these Buddies movies, but my three-year-old is still completely on board. In this latest Buddies adventure, the pups are off to Egypt, where they are in search of a magical necklace in the lost tomb of Cleocatra. The Buddies must make it there before their new found feisty feline nemesis, or she will use the necklace to rule the world.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/31/treasure-buddies.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/31/treasure-buddies.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:46:42 +0000 2012-01-31T21:46:42Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/31/big-miracle-in-theaters-friday.htm <p><img src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/1/q/BigMiraclesm.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" align="left" /> <a href="http://kidstvmovies.about.com/od/BigMiracle/a/2012-Movie-Trailers-Clips-And-Info.htm"><em>Big Miracle</em></a> opens in theaters this Friday, February 3. One of the things that struck me most about this movie, is how many educational veins there are running through it. This movie is a gold mine for homeschoolers, and parents and educators can find so many different things to use to teach and interest kids. If you homeschool, or like me, you are the type to try and subtly throw out educational themes for family discussions, check out this link to <a href="http://kidstvmovies.about.com/od/BigMiracle/a/Big-Miracle-2012-Fun-Educational-Themes-To-Talk-About.htm">10 educational topics in <em>Big Miracle</em></a> I thought would be particularly interesting for kids and families.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/31/big-miracle-in-theaters-friday.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/31/big-miracle-in-theaters-friday.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:56:00 +0000 2012-01-31T10:56:00Z http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/30/real-steel-blu-ray-packs-a-punch.htm <p><img src="http://0.tqn.com/d/kidstvmovies/1/0/g/p/RealSteelBluray.jpg" alt="" hspace="5" align="left" />Nominated for the 2012 Academy Awards for its great Visual Effects, <em>Real Steel</em> is getting well-deserved attention. The movie transports viewers to a very realistic, slightly futuristic and gritty world that is both believable and intriguing. Fans can now watch the great visual effects in high def in their own living rooms, and bonus features on the Blu-ray offer a behind-the-scenes look at how the remarkable effects were accomplished.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/30/real-steel-blu-ray-packs-a-punch.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://kidstvmovies.about.com/b/2012/01/30/real-steel-blu-ray-packs-a-punch.htm Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:58:56 +0000 2012-01-30T09:58:56Z