October 12, 2012 
VeggieTales are such a wonderful way to entertain and teach kids about respecting each other, having strong values and learning more about the Bible. The newest release, out tomorrow, October 13, 2012 in Christian stores and in general release October 16, outdoes itself.
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September 21, 2012 
Tonight, across the country, a new film premieres that is rare – it’s family-focused! In the age of gratuitous slasher movies, it’s good to have a positive movie you can see with your older kids.
My Uncle Rafael (rated PG-13) tells the story of a 71-year-old A... continue reading...
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Vahik Perhamzei August 14, 2012 
In a VeggieTales retake on the classic children’s book “A Little Princess” by Frances Hodgson Burnett, a young girl learns that when you lose everything, you still have God to take care of you.
Based on Bible verse Romans 8:39 “neith... continue reading...
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Veggie Tales July 25, 2012 
We took the young guys to see “Ice Age Continental Drift” (Rated PG, 88 min, released July 13, 2012 from 20th Century FOX) this weekend. It was exactly what you would expect in a movie that’s on its fourth installment in the franchise.
The beloved main players a... continue reading...
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sequel June 11, 2012 
Yesterday, I took three of the kids to see the new Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted. I was skeptical, as I always am about sequels, but it was actually quite fun.
The story was fresh, exciting and tied up things nicely. The humor was smart, if a little advanced at points.... continue reading...
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Sometimes it’s hard for moms and dads to remember that when their kid is terrorizing the family with naughty behavior or crabbiness, God still loves those little urchins. I know my kids definitely strengthened my belief in prayer. Thi... continue reading...
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Thank goodness for no talking animals – not even the family dog – in We Bought a Zoo, the cute and slightly sappy Cameron Crowe movie that has a couple of surprises for parents…
Matt Damon stars as Benjamin Mee, the real-life owner of a wildlife park. After the... continue reading...
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We Bought a Zoo December 20, 2011 
Our family recently saw several kid movies that are out right now – The Muppets, Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chip-Wrecked, and the instant classic Puss in Boots.
The first two have their moments; both are also fairly blah. Puss in Boots has... continue reading...
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Does your child like to go to movies? Is he or she a good writer?
From now until December 31st, your child can submit a written and videotaped film review to KIDS FIRST! and become eligible for their 2012 search for their panel of 8 film critics... continue reading...
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The Little Drummer Boy is always been such a powerful story – one who has so little and yet gives so much to the baby Christ child. Always such a great reminder for children and adults, alike that we can always give something of ourselv... continue reading...
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