Shrek the Third

Six children under six, six parents and tons of popcorn - Shrek the Third was a hit with our gang of twelve!

This was my youngest daughter's first trip to the movie theatre (almost 2yrs old) and she actually sat through most of the movie. I think it may have to do with the fact she consumed a bag and a half of popcorn!

Overall this Shrek is a bit softer and more kid friendly than the first two. Shrek becomes more of a family man as he settles down with Fiona. Lessons for kids like 'revenge doesn't pay' and 'overcoming fears' are just a couple of the positive messages this movie offers. The perfect audience for this movie would be in the 6-12 year old range, but even so, all of the kids in our group really liked it - even if they didn't get all of the jokes.

For Kids I give it 4 out of 5 stars
For Adults I give it 3 out of 5 stars

~Shannon

Book Review - Love You Forever

Love You Forever by Robert Munsch.
How could we not pick this one! It has become a classic and a very much loved story of moms everywhere. It's hard to read to yourself without gettng an ache in your heart and tears welling up in your eyes. From baby, to little boy and eventually a Dad himself, each night his mom keeps singing her sweet nightime song. Want to read it aloud? Only the brave should attempt the tender, heartful approach - our advice is to take a tip from Robert Munsch and make if funny! Want to hear Robert Munsch's version? Check it out here.

~ Review by Child's Life

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The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd.
"'If you run away,' said his mother, 'I will run after you. For you are my little bunny.'" This picture book was first published in 1942 and has never been out of print since! It's a cute little story with beautiful illustrations, about a mother's love and the great lengths that she will go to for her 'little bunny'. Great for teaching children about the love, closeness and security of family.

~ Review by Child's Life