Movies are not only a source of entertainment but can also be a powerful medium to spread messages. Movies educate children and provoke their creative thought processes. Pop the popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready for a family movie night. But what to watch? There are endless options for children’s entertainment these days — from always-on TV channels to streaming kids' TV shows to the new sequels, plus plenty of animated movies, live-action remakes, and reboots that get cranked out every year — the quality on them varies. <h3>08 Best Kids' Movies of All Time, From Old Classics to New Favorites</h3> <h3>1. Movie Name: Finding Nemo (2003)</h3>Movie Type: Family, AdventureIMDB: 8.1/10Duration: 1h 40mMorals: Love, family values, journey, disability, support, surprise.Age Group: Recommended for ages 5 &amp; up.<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/finding_nemo.jpg_image_1634735242296.jpg" width="415">Laugh until your tummy hurts as this timid clownfish dad searches the great ocean for his son. Every underwater creature has a catchphrase that’ll become your guppy’s new mantra. Just keep swimming … just keep swimming!Rated G. <h3>2.&nbsp;Movie Name: Home Alone (1990)</h3>Movie Type: Family, ComedyIMDB: 7.6/10Duration: 1h 43mMorals: Courage, family reunion, robbery, trap, loneliness.Age Group: Recommended for ages 7 &amp; up.<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/home_alone.jpg_image_1634735326703.jpg" width="423">This perfect Christmas movie will give your tots a movie dose of bravery, when it comes to being by themselves, as they watch a smart-aleck eight-year-old defend his home from a pair of bumbling burglars. Note: There is some sibling squabbling that isn't all that nice.Rated PG. <h3>3.&nbsp;Movie Name: The Karate Kid (2010)</h3>Movie Type: Drama, FamilyIMDB: 6.2/10Duration: 2h 20mMorals: Bully, sports, violence, faith, hard work, success,Age Group: Recommended for ages 9 &amp; up.&nbsp;<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the_karate_kid.jpg_image_1634735370987.jpg" width="434">This remake of the 1984 classic is geared toward a slightly younger audience with the help of the talented Jaden Smith, who stars as the new kid on the block who struggles to learn karate to fend off bullies and win the girl.Rated PG. <h3>4.&nbsp;Movie Name: Akeelah and the Bee (2006)</h3>Movie Type: Family, DramaIMDB: 7.3/10Duration: 1h 52mMorals: Aggression, bravery, competition, dedication, discipline, hard work, Respect, struggleAge Group: Recommended for ages 8 &amp; up.&nbsp;<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/akeelah_and_the_bee.jpg_image_1634735412724.jpg" width="440">A little girl from a tough neighbourhood in LA learns she's got a knack for spelling—and that she doesn't need to change herself to fit in. Lawrence Fish burn stars as the spelling tutor who coaches her to the Scripps National Spelling Bee while teaching her to believe in herself. Note: There is some mild profanity in the film, so parents who have a no-tolerance policy toward this may want to wait a few more years.Rated PG.<h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;Movie Name: Cool Runnings (1993)</h3>Movie Type: Sport, ComedyIMDB: 7/10Duration: 1h 38mMorals: Sports, runner, legacy, friendship, competition, responsibility.Age Group: Recommended for ages 8 &amp; up.<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/cool_runnings.jpg_image_1634735754231.jpg" width="455">Everything seems stacked against these athletes who are completely unprepared for the cold, let alone bobsledding. Loosely based on a true story of the Jamaica national bobsled team, Cool Runnings is a real inspirational film for young dreamers.Rated PG.&nbsp;<h3>6.&nbsp;&nbsp;Movie Name: Coco (2017)</h3>Movie Type: Family, ComedyIMDB: 8.4/10Duration: 1h 45mMorals: Adventure, fantasy, mystery, stunning, beautiful, colourful, powerful, happiness.Age Group: Recommended for ages 7 &amp; up.&nbsp;<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/coco.jpg_image_1634735790013.jpg" width="461">Based on the Mexican holiday, Dia de Los Muertos or Day of the Dead, Coco tells the tale of 12-year-old Miguel who finds himself in the Land of the Dead and with the help of his musician great-great-grandfather dives deep into his family history (and their generations-old ban on music!). There are strong family vibes in this blockbuster, and your kids will love the whimsically colourful, melodic story!A note for parents—this movie deals with the concept of mortality and could be slightly upsetting for young kids.Rated PG&nbsp;<h3> 7. Movie Name: A League of Their Own (1992)</h3> Movie Type: Sport, Comedy, Drama IMDB: 7.3/10 Duration: 2h 8m Morals: Team, friendship, values, reunion, emotional, tragedy. Age Group: Recommended for ages 8 &amp; older&nbsp;<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/a_league_of_their_own.jpg_image_1634735182263.jpg" width="457">If your kids ever ask you why girls don't play Major League Baseball, you can tell them, "They did"—and then show them this film, which tells the real-life story of the 1940s All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.&nbsp;Tom Hanks shines as the grumpy coach.Rated PG&nbsp;<h3>8.&nbsp;Movie Name: Inside Out (2015)</h3>Movie Type: Family, ComedyIMDB: 8.1/10Duration: 1h 35mMorals: Fantasy, joy, sadness, anger, memory, emotions, fear, imaginary, control.Age Group: Recommended for kids 7 &amp; up.<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/inside_out.jpg_image_1634735096186.jpg" width="453">Kids may not understand the big concepts at the heart of the movie (that they're watching the personified emotions inside a little girl's brain), but they'll be entertained just the same. We think the real value is for Mom and Dad, who may learn a little something about what's going on in their kids' crazy little heads.Rated PG.&nbsp;<h3>Try the movie question guide</h3>To help facilitate conversations around movies with children, we’ve put together this movie question guide below printable version.<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/moviequiz_%281%29.jpg_image_1634736011833.jpg" width="455">

From classic musicals, princess tales, and animated animals to superhero adventures and holiday favourites, these must-see movies will appeal to the whole family.

08 essential movies every child must see (Before turning 10)

From classic musicals, princess tales, and animated animals to superhero adventures and holiday favourites, these must-see movies will appeal to the whole family.

08 movies every child must watch before turning 10

Empathy is one of the most important traits for living in an interconnected world. It's one of the&nbsp;character strengths and life skills&nbsp;essential to kids' overall growth and success. These movies help kids learn the value of putting themselves in someone else's shoes to understand the feelings and perspectives of others.&nbsp; From classic films like&nbsp;To Kill a Mockingbird&nbsp;to modern kid-friendly faves like&nbsp;Inside Out&nbsp;and&nbsp;Zootopia, these picks will help your family step into a new point of view.&nbsp; 1. “To Kill a Mockingbird”“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.” So says Atticus Finch, a lawyer who decides to defend a Black man accused of rape in the 1930s Deep South. This classic film teaches kids about the impact of racism. And it can help kids understand the importance of not judging others by their appearance.Recommended Ages: 12+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/3iulxza-asset-mezzanine-16x9-8zhwmh5.jpg_image_1646294317589.jpg" width="372">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>Do you think you could stand up like Atticus to fight for what’s right?</li><li>Why is the character Boo Radley so misunderstood?</li><li>What do you think the jurors are thinking as they consider the case?</li></ol> 2. “Beauty and the Beast”Magic turns an arrogant prince into an ugly beast. To try to break the spell, the beast takes a young woman named Belle captive in his castle. She starts to see the beast’s inner beauty, but her village marches to destroy him. The music, story and animations in this Disney movie will captivate kids—raising questions about the nature of appearances.Recommended Ages: 6+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/image.jpg_image_1646294271183.jpg" style="" width="371">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>What is Belle feeling when she agrees to be the Beast’s captive?</li><li>Why is Gaston surprised that Belle doesn’t want to marry him?</li><li>Why do the villagers want to destroy the beast?</li></ol> 3. “Inside Out”Inside Out is an animated Pixar film about the feelings of an 11-year-old girl named Riley. Anger, Sadness, Joy, Fear and Disgust are all characters in the film. They must work together to help Riley make the right decisions in life. Inside Out is more serious than a typical Pixar movie, but it can teach kids a lot about emotions. (Read why Inside Out is great for kids with attention issues.)Recommended Ages: 6+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/0_jtb_n9gbsypx-vfb.png_image_1646294250269.png" style="" width="371">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>Why is it hard for Riley to tell her parents how she is feeling?</li><li>How does Bing Bong feel when he helps Joy escape?</li><li>What does it mean to have “mixed emotions” about something?</li></ol> 4. “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial”In the classic family film E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, a young boy named Elliott makes friends with an alien who is stranded on Earth. Elliott tries to help E.T. “go home.” But other humans are afraid of E.T., and government scientists try to catch and study the alien. This film can help kids explore how people see others who are different.Recommended Ages: 7+ <img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/maxresdefault_%281%29.jpg_image_1646294380349.jpg" style="" width="370">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>Why do the kids and adults see E.T. differently?</li><li>Could Elliott have talked to his mom about E.T.? Why or why not?</li><li>Did you know that the director, Steven Spielberg, has dyslexia?</li><li>Do you think that helped him relate to the characters, and how?</li></ol> 5. “Zootopia”In a world where animals can talk, a rabbit named Judy Hopps and a fox named Nick Wilde team up to solve a kidnapping case. This exciting crime mystery has lots of jokes that will go over kids’ heads (and that parents may love). But it’s a great tool for helping kids learn about tolerance and the danger of stereotypes.Recommended Ages: 8+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/zootopia-movie-wallpaper-2016-12-1200x748.jpg_image_1646294440972.jpg" style="" width="371">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>What kinds of stereotypes do the animals of Zootopia have about rabbits and foxes?</li><li>How do Judy’s and Nick’s opinions about each other change in the film?</li><li>Is there something human society can learn from Zootopia?</li></ol> 6. “Fiddler on the Roof”Fiddler on the Roof is an epic musical story of Jews in Ukraine facing religious persecution while trying to hold on to their traditions. The main character is Tevye. He butts heads with his daughters over marriage, and they are all threatened by a hostile government. Fiddler on the Roof can help kids understand how cultures shape people.Recommended Ages: 10+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/mv5bmtq0nza4otu4of5bml5banbnxkftztcwotmznzyzna%40%40._v1_.jpg_image_1646294225660.jpg" style="" width="370">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>At the start of the film, Tevye sings “If I were a rich man…” Have you ever felt like him?</li><li>Why do Tevye and his daughters disagree about marriage?</li><li>Do you know of any people today who are persecuted because of their religion?</li></ol> 7. “Bully”Bully is a powerful documentary about the impact of bullying in America. Through heartbreaking real-life stories, the film takes on issues of name-calling, physical violence and teen suicide. This movie is intense and not appropriate for every child. It’s probably best to watch this film together with your child.Recommended Ages: 12+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/aaaabvti2x7eoluf77i_hfgqubduoecyuhzov4y2la9iofd2jolnrangcbeo_azeyr3d_vpyso5wj96qxt10i_pqlg67jgey.jpg_image_1646294206690.jpg" style="" width="368">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>How do the kids who are bullied feel? Have you ever felt that way?</li><li>Why do you think it’s so hard for kids to stand up when another child is bullied?</li><li>How can kids and adults help stop the problem of bullying?</li></ol> 8. “The Breakfast Club”In The Breakfast Club, five high school students—some popular and others not—spend Saturday detention together. They end up setting aside their differences to learn about each other’s hopes, fears and dreams. There’s a lot of racy content in this film, but it can help your teen learn about social dynamics in high school.Recommended Ages: 15+<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/rs-186370-b75dd31761fbf9e5dc7b036389d257ff.jpg_image_1646294186209.jpg" style="" width="370">Discussion Questions to Ask Your Child<ol><li>Does your high school have clubs like in the movie?&nbsp;</li><li>Which student in the movie is the most like you?</li><li>Do you think the students will continue to be friends when they go back to school the next week? Why or why not?</li></ol>

Kids with social skills issues may struggle with empathy—the ability to understand and relate to the feelings of others.

08 Movies to Help Children Learn Empathy

Kids with social skills issues may struggle with empathy—the ability to understand and relate to the feelings of others. This can make it hard for them to make friends and navigate social situations. These movies can help kids learn how to put themselves in someone else’s shoes.

Here are some of the best science movies you could consider watching with your children. 1. A Beautiful Mind<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/mv5bzty1ntzhndutmzizzc00yjgzltlhmzetywuzm2u1nzizzwi3xkeyxkfqcgdeqxvymdm2ndm2mq%40%40._v1_.jpg_image_1644491297005.jpg" width="340">2001 ‧ Drama/Romance ‧ 2h 15mIMDb Ratings: 8.2/10John Nash, a brilliant but asocial mathematical genius, finds his life-changing for the worse after he accepts an assignment from William Parcher. 2. The Theory of Everything<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/film__18273-the-theory-of-everything--hi_res-1790e3d7.jpg_image_1644491401763.jpg" width="343">2014 ‧ Romance/Drama ‧ 2h 3mIMDb Ratings: 7.7/10Stephen Hawking, an excellent astrophysics student working on his research, learns that he suffers from motor neurone disease and has around two years to live. 3. Einstein and Eddington<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/p01g86k0.jpg_image_1644491430382.jpg" width="342">2008 ‧ Historical drama ‧ 1h 34mIMDb Ratings: 7.3/10Drama about the development of Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity, and Einstein's relationship with British scientist Sir Arthur Eddington, the first physicist to experimentally prove his ideas. 4. The Man Who Knew Infinity<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/62e44ce140cf9768f4b40dc93c82146a682fa2e23861337f8e7ede067c6a812f._ri_.jpg_image_1644491466875.jpg" width="342">2015 ‧ Drama ‧ 1h 48mIMDb Ratings: 7.2/10Srinivasa Ramanujan, an exceptionally gifted young mathematician, writes to Professor G H Hardy at Trinity College, Cambridge, and a beautiful friendship ensues between them. 5. Edison, the Man﻿<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/mv5bnznhn2jkntqtogjhnc00mtg1lweymtqtmzg0zgfmzgmxmzg2xkeyxkfqcgdeqxvymjk3ntuyotc%40._v1_.jpg_image_1644491512547.jpg" width="339">1940 ‧ Drama/Black and white ‧ 1h 47mIMDb Ratings: 7.1/10Spencer Tracy stars in this biography of Thomas Edison, the famous inventor who rose from poverty to invent the electric light bulb. Questions to ask your kids after watching the movie: What parts of the Scientist in this movie are real?What parts of the Scientist are not real?What could the Scientist in this movie have done differently?Did the Scientist use the Scientific Process? If so, how?

Kids movies about science - great stories to inspire young scientists. The best science movies you could consider watching with your children.

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05 Movies that Inspire Children to be Scientists

Here are some of the best family sports movies you could consider watching with your kids. 1. The Sandlot Kids (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 101 min | Comedy, Drama, Family&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.8/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the-sandlot.jpg_image_1644410460161.jpg" width="364">In the summer of 1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his rowdy team, resulting in many adventures. 2. Remember the Titans (2000)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 113 min | Biography, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.8/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/mv5bnwfkm2mwyjitnzuxmi00yzvjltlmnwetzjaxnmewytllyze2xkeyxkfqcgdeqxvyntu5mzi1otm%40._v1_.jpg_image_1644410652269.jpg" width="364">The true story of a newly appointed African-American coach and his high school team on their first season as a racially integrated unit.&nbsp;3. Rudy (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 114 min | Biography, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.5/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/unnamed.0.jpg_image_1644410679783.jpg" width="365">Rudy has always been told that he was too small to play college football. But he is determined to overcome the odds and fulfil his dream of playing for Notre Dame. 4. Field of Dreams (1989)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 107 min | Drama, Family, Fantasy&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.5/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/dreams-1.jpg_image_1644410704590.jpg" width="366">Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella is inspired by a voice he can't ignore to pursue a dream he can hardly believe. Supported by his wife, Ray begins the quest by turning his ordinary cornfield into a place where dreams can come true. 5. Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 109 min | Biography, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.4/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/9f7a3d437a23d82e62402262f8e484fe9f54ef449a6371e767bdd227a4c76096._uy500_ux667_ri_v_ttw_.jpg_image_1644410734692.jpg" width="367">A prepubescent chess prodigy refuses to harden himself in order to become a champion like the famous but unlikable Bobby Fischer. 6. The Karate Kid (1984)&nbsp;&nbsp; PG| 126 min | Action, Drama, Family&nbsp;&nbsp; IMDB Rating: 7.3/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the-karate-kid-1984.jpg_image_1644410754673.jpg" width="365">A martial arts master agrees to teach karate to a bullied teenager. 7. A League of Their Own (1992)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 128 min | Comedy, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.3/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/948f41e64bcf461568ac6ee74bfc8de971de610d8118cb6604934202d2020d04.jpg_image_1644410777053.jpg" width="367">Two sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amidst their own growing rivalry. 8. Cool Runnings (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 98 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/dti.jpg_image_1644410798032.jpg" width="363">When a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonoured coach to start the first Jamaican Bobsled Team. 9. The Mighty Ducks (1992)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 104 min | Comedy, Drama, Family&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 6.6/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the-mighty-ducks-e1597875327580-1024x576.png_image_1644410830088.png" width="359">A self-centred Minnesota lawyer is sentenced to community service coaching a ragtag youth hockey team. 10.&nbsp;Little Giants (1994)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 107 min | Comedy, Family, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 6.4/10&nbsp;<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/60028748.jpg_image_1644410850895.jpg" width="360">Misfits form their own opposing team to an elite peewee football team, coached by the elite team coach's brother. Ready to pop some corn and gather the gang for a family movie night? From funny flicks filled with pint-sized pitchers and kooky kickers to award-winning tales of triumph, there's no movie like a sports movie to excite, motivate and inspire your kids. Choose one from our action-packed list, and you're sure to score a crowd-pleasing touchdown–or home run, slam dunk or hole-in-one!

Sports movies teach children some of the most important lessons of life. Here’s a list of sports movies you can watch with your kids to teach valuable lessons.

Must Watch Top 10 Inspirational Sports Movies for Children 

Sports movies teach children some of the most important lessons of life. Sports movies can teach them everything, from overcoming adversity and beating all odds to breaking down cultural and racial barriers, working together as a team, and standing up for what you believe in. Here’s a list of some of the best sports movies you can watch with your kids to teach them these valuable lessons.

Top 10 Inspirational Sports Movies for Children

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What’s in it for you and your child?Chariots of Fire is a 1981 British historical drama film. It is based on the true story of two Great Britain and Northern Ireland athletes in the 1924 Olympics: Eric Liddell: a devout Scottish Christian who runs for the glory of God, and Harold Abrahams, an English Jew who runs to overcome prejudice. Why you and your child should watch the movies?Sports movies can be inspiring and uplifting which teaches some of life’s most important lessons. It generates immense energy and power and forms positives attitudes which are very necessary for real life. A good sports film is not only about losing or winning on the field, but it also speaks about the deep meaning associated with the sports itself. Sports films appreciate the struggle of the participants by showcasing losers as temporary pain to achieve greater rewards in the future. Sports films understand human emotions which results in a positive attitude in the way we think and live in society. The characters that depict the issues in the sports films transcend the human realities of racism, gender, policies that are very prominent in this fast-moving societies of today.

Moral:Bravery,competition,confidence,Courage,dedication,discipline,faith,Family value, hard work ,hope, motivation, passion, Respect, Responsibility, sacrifice, strength, struggle, successDuration: 1h 31mLanguage: English

Chariots of Fire

What’s in it for you and your child?Mathhew and his sister Marilla, decide to take home an orphan boy as help for their farm. They are shocked when they receive a girl instead: Anne Shirley.&nbsp;Marilla decides to keep Anne if she can stay out of trouble, the only problem is that Anne has a great knack for it. As Anne participates in activities, handles mishaps and makes new friends, children can learn how to be lively and exploratory. Matthew and Marilla realise that their lives have become a great deal better with Anna here.

Moral: family valueDuration: 2h 42mLanguage: English

Anne of Green Gables

What’s in it for you and your child?Santiago dreams of playing professional soccer but his father wants him to support the family and earn his livelihood. Santiago must make a choice between the needs of his family and his passion. Why you and your child should watch the movies?Sports movies can be inspiring and uplifting which teaches some of life’s most important lessons. It generates immense energy and power and forms positives attitudes which are very necessary for real life. A good sports film is not only about losing or winning on the field, but it also speaks about the deep meaning associated with the sports itself. Sports films appreciate the struggle of the participants by showcasing losers as temporary pain to achieve greater rewards in the future. Sports films understand human emotions which results in a positive attitude in the way we think and live in society. The characters that depict the issues in the sports films transcend the human realities of racism, gender, policies that are very prominent in this fast-moving societies of today.&nbsp;

Moral: Competition, Family Value, hope, learner, motivation, passion, patience, strength, ResponsibilityDuration: 2h 33mLanguage: English

Goal! The Dream Begins

What’s in it for you and your child?George Bailey is overwhelmed by his responsibilities towards his family, community and work that he has no interest in. He is tired of living in this same cycle and as he ages he sees nothing but a waste of life. When he contemplates ending his life he is met with his guardian angel Clarence and he realises slowly that indeed it’s a wonderful life. This is a very inspiring movie and children can learn a lot about happiness and overcoming hard times.

Moral: determination, happiness, family valueDuration: 1h 38mLanguage: English

It's a wonderful life

What’s in it for you and your child?Buddy was an orphan in New York City who ended up at the North Pole after climbing in Santa’s sack. Later when he grows up, Santa allows him to go back to New York City to find his biological father Walter Hobbs. Buddy is delighted to reunite with his father who does not even know that Buddy exists. Children can join Buddy’s adventure when he finds his family and experiences delight in New York City in this wonderful Christmas movie.

Moral: loveDuration: 1h 37mLanguage: English

What’s in it for you and your child?James lives happily at the seaside with his parents but this sweet life ends when his parents are killed by rhinoceros. He is sent to live with his two aunts who are not very kind to him.&nbsp;He saves the life of a spider and after that an enormous peach tree starts to grow in his backyard.&nbsp;He follows the growing tree and meets the spider along with some new friends.&nbsp;They all help him get away from his aunt and live a life in New York. From this story children can learn that no matter how tough situations can get, it can always get better. So we must not lose hope and keep doing good.

Moral: friendshipDuration: 1h 37mLanguage: English

James and the giant peach

What's in it for you and your child?The movie has an amazing storyline. It is a story of friendship, longing for family and overcoming fears. It has clever humour. A good film can’t be just silly. It invokes every emotion. Real life situations can be scary, as a parent we don’t want that for our child but this is not what we can avoid always. Through such movies you can comfort your child how (s)he too can act brave and overcome situation when something scary happens in his/her life. You can pause whenever you feel like and explain to them that it is okay to be afraid. Everyone gets scared, but the right thing is to learn how to overcome it. Note: We suggest you watch this beautiful fun movie with your child. You can invite their grandparents too and have a family time together watching movies. For sure this will stay with them in their lovely memory box.

Moral: bravery, determination, empathy, kindnessLanguage: EnglishDuration: 1h 40m

The Good Dinosaur

What’s in it for you and your child?This story is an animated fantasy about two little girls Satsuki and Mei who move to the countryside to live with their father while their mother recovers in a nearby hospital. The old country house has secrets of its own and the girls meet friendly spirits in the forest nearby. One such spirit is Totoro, a cuddly rabbit-like creature. Mei is very curious and explorative of nature and soon both girls befriend Totoro and his friends. The bond between the sisters is very strong and time and again children learn the emphasis of spending time with family and cultivating healthy relationships in life.

Moral: family valuesDuration: 1h 26 minutesLanguage: English, Japanese

My neighbour Totoro

What’s in it for you and your child?Ishaan is a little boy who is terrible in academics and constantly fails tests as opposed to his brother. This is a constant source of concern for his parents. He is sent away to a boarding school to ‘discipline’ and ‘educate’ him by his parents who fail to understand his situation. There, he meets a teacher who recognises Ishaan’s talents in art. Ishaan is diagnosed with dyslexia and is helped in overcoming it. This is a beautiful story where parents learn to understand the mental health of their child beyond just school curriculums and as a unit are taught how to cope and deal with such conditions. Taare Zameen Par is a very enjoyable film for the entire family and both parents and children can learn about multiple lesser known mental health problems in the society and how to be patient enough to deal with them.

Moral: love, acceptanceDuration: 2h 45mLanguage: Hindi

Taare Zameen Par

What’s in it for you and your child?Frozen is a story about two princesses Elsa and Anna. When their parents die in a storm the elder sister Elsa is crowned the Queen. However, Elsa has her powers that she wants to hide and Anna just wants to be free and explore. As Elsa’s powers escape her control and understanding, she isolates herself from her kingdom. Her sister Anna sets out to bring her sister back which begins a new adventure as other forces try to capture their kingdom. Children can learn the importance of fighting for their loved ones as Anna and Elsa. Throughout the story, Elsa goes from being cautious and secretive about her powers, even being fearful of them to accepting them and learning to use them properly. Children can learn that self acceptance is the only way to grow within ourselves.

Moral: friendship, sisterhood, love, trustDuration: 1h 42mLanguage: English

Frozen

What’s in it for you and your child?Chihiro and her family move to the suburbs where she discovers a secret world through a hillside tunnel. When her parents are transformed into something else, Chihiro learns to fend for herself as she discovers strange creatures, spirits and a sorceress who prevents her from returning to the human world. From this movie children can learn to be strong for themselves and face every hurdle head on.

Moral: determination, strength, courageDuration: 2h 5mLanguage: English

Spirited Away

What’s in it for you and your child?Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister has become the man of the house, overnight! Accidentally left behind when his family rushes off on a Christmas vacation, Kevin gets busy decorating the house for the holidays. But he's not decking the halls with tinsel and holly. Two bumbling burglars are trying to break in, and Kevin's rigging a bewildering battery of booby traps to welcome them!

Moral: Family; independence; resourcefulness; organized.Duration: 1h 43mLanguage: English

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