I admit it: I was one of the lucky ones who got to see Mary Poppins Returns on the big screen early. When we walked in, I gasped in delight. I felt like I was watching the original Mary Poppins, but with brand new adventures. Mary Poppins Returns: No need to dread this sequel Some […]
Ralph Breaks the Internet review plus activity sheets
Sometimes kids’ movies are really more for the parents. That seems to be the case for Ralph Breaks the Internet. But that doesn’t mean that your kids won’t appreciate it, they just might not love it as much as you do. The movie is chock full of arcade games you’ll remember if you grew up […]
The best Thanksgiving movies for families
After a traditional Thanksgiving feast, a way to continue the family bonding is to enjoy a movie together. It can also be a great way for children to discover how other families celebrate the holiday. Or, it can be a way for you to create a new tradition with your loved ones. Below you’ll find […]
The Grinch triple feature: 3 movie versions for holiday family fun
Maybe seeing Christmas trees in stores in August makes you feel a little cranky, a little frustrated, a little…Grinchy. I think we can all relate. In my house, it never quite feels like the holiday season is underway until we’ve seen or read Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Enjoying the hairy green Scrooge […]
Freaky Friday triple feature: A fun Friday family movie night
It’s Friday! Try not to freak out. There’s nothing like kicking off the weekend with a little nostalgia. Maybe you grew up with the very first Freaky Friday starring Jodie Foster. Or if you’re a millennial, it might have been the version starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. Or if you’re nine like my […]
What to watch for families: Stranger Things, Christopher Robin, Incredibles 2
Welcome to Reel Mama’s weekly What to Watch for Families! Here I’ll be summarizing at least three family movies or shows that are worthy of your attention every Tuesday, when Hollywood and independent distribution companies usually debut new titles for home entertainment. Stranger Things Today is Stranger Things Day! Who knew? I can’t think of […]
Nutcracker and the Four Realms review: In step with holiday spirit
Seeing The Nutcracker ballet is a holiday tradition for families, especially for mothers and daughters. Girls’ fascination with The Nutcracker didn’t go unnoticed by Disney. The studio decided to undertake the challenging task of bringing it to the big screen just in time for the Christmas season in the form of The Nutcracker and the […]
Halloween movies and shows for kids now streaming on Netflix
Did you know there’s a wide selection of Halloween movies and shows for kids streaming on Netflix? I have listed here for you over 25 that are a great way to kick off the spooky (or not so spooky) fun. I’ve listed them by age level. My daughter and I are currently working our way […]
Smallfoot Has Big Heart
Everybody’s heard of the legend of Big Foot, a large, hairy, and very elusive creature who hides in the woods but leaves footprints the size of large pizzas. Do they exist? If they do, should we fear them, or befriend them? Smallfoot asks the clever question: what if the shoe were on the other foot? […]
