I love getting to see some behind the scenes of movies. It's so much fun to hear the stories of filming or how they came up with the ideas or why they did certain things. I had no idea that the creators of #TheBoxtrolls went through so much to create a language and essentially a "voice" for The Boxtrolls. Check out this really cool video detailing how the process happened.The Boxtrolls is coming to theaters TOMORROW September 26! You can visit your local theater or purchase tickets online … [Read more...]
What Makes a Family #TheBoxtrolls
When you are young you think family is just those that are related to you. Your Mom, Dad, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, Grandma, Grandpa, etc. As you grow you learn that family are those people you love, trust, respect and have a deep relationship. Often times friends become like family because your relationship grows into more.Coming to theaters this Friday, September 26 is The Boxtrolls. This film is sure to touch on this topic of family. The Boxtrolls, a community of quirky, mischievous … [Read more...]
New Clip from Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
The time is getting closer for Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day to hit movie theaters. It comes on October 10. Until then they have some advice for you when it comes to party planning: There are 25 bloggers heading to LA for some exclusive interviews with the cast of the movie as well as previewing it! Make sure you follow #VeryBadDayEvent on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for amazing pictures and details! This is going to be a fun trip you don't … [Read more...]
Slugterra Return of the Elementals Giveaway
In Slugterra: Return of the Elementals, a new member joins the Shane Gang. Junjie is a master of the mysterious slugslinging art of Slug Fu. But even with the power of five slugslingers working together, the Shane Gang find themselves in over their heads as they race to protect the ancient Elemental Slugs from an evil alliance set on using them to destroy the 99 caverns.I have never seen a Slugterra movie before because my kids are a little young still, but here is a … [Read more...]
Spooktacular Tales with My Little Pony
My kids are still pretty young so we keep our Halloween celebrations pretty simple and fun. All of my kids, boys and girl alike, love My Little Pony so celebrating the upcoming Halloween holiday by watching Spooktacular Pony Tales is perfect for us! Combine this movie with some fun Halloween accessories and there is a little party going on at my house!With fun My Little Pony accessories like rings, a Halloween candy bucket, tattoos and more lots of fun can be had. Besides the … [Read more...]
Into the Woods Poster
I'm a big Into the Woods fan! I've never seen it on the stage, but I've seen the movie of the Broadway stage and I know the music. For the most part, this is such a funny, funny musical. I'm really excited to see it come to the big screen. I wonder if it'll still be as funny because they sure have an interesting cast of characters! I'm a little sad that Johnny Depp's role is so small, but I'll love it while it is happening. “Into the Woods” is a modern twist on several of the beloved Brothers … [Read more...]
The Boxtrolls Cardboard Challenge with the Imagination Foundation
I took this picture at Universal Studios Florida when I was there for Family Forward. It was so fun to see The Boxtrolls in person when I have been doing all this promotion for their film!!The Boxtrolls are really good at having fun. Now that the Build a Boxtroll Sweeps has ended, they have moved on to a new contest! The Boxtrolls are working with the Imagination Foundation on some very fun events and a contest.The Imagination Foundation's purpose is to help children find and … [Read more...]
LeapFrog Letter Factory Adventures: Counting On Lemonade Comes to DVD September 9 + Giveaway
I love cute educational movies. I try to have a little learning time with my young kids each day and they get to play educational games and apps as well and I think educational movies help tie it all together.On DVD, pay-per-view, Video-on-Demad and Digital HD September 9 comes Letter Factory Adventures: Counting on Lemonade. Tad, Lily, Leap and friends stir up lots of learning fun when they decide to sell lemonade and use their earnings to buy new books for the library. With the help of … [Read more...]
BIG HERO 6 Sneak Peak
I know I've shared some information about Big Hero 6 in the past. I shared some character posters and a first look at the film. Here is a really fun 2 minute sneak peak of the film to enjoy:I think this film looks darling! My kids are looking forward to do, which means so are my husband and I! Big Hero 6 comes to theaters November 7! Like BIG HERO 6 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyBigHero6Follow Walt Disney Animation Studios on … [Read more...]
Our Boxtroll for the #BuildABoxtrollSweeps
I've told you twice about The Boxtroll sweepstakes going on right now. Now I reveal The Boxtroll my family made! We got together an old box, brown paper, a tin can, tape, glue and crayons. Our Boxtroll is pretty self explanatory with a covered box and a can for a head. My kids had fun designing our Boxtroll's face and gluing it on the can. We had a fun night full of laughs building this little guy who we have named Handy.If you want to gather your family together and build a Boxtroll you … [Read more...]
Back to School Tips from Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Most of us are already in school, but some of you are going back after Labor Day. Here are some tips to get your year off right!On another note, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day is in theaters October 10! Check out updates on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyAlexander.To remind you of how cute and funny this film is going to be (it has Steve Carell, DUH!) here is the trailer: … [Read more...]
Building Our Boxtroll for the #BuildABoxtrollSweeps
Remember earlier when I told you about the fun #BuildABoxtrollSweeps? Well my family decided to take the challenge and build a Boxtroll. These are the supplies we gathered to get our troll off the ground. You can just look around your house for things you have on hand to build your own Boxtroll. We got the kids together and asked what the Boxtroll should look like. My daughter wanted to come up with his face. She drew it and colored it and was in charge of putting it together. … [Read more...]
R.L. Stein’s Mostly Ghostly: Have you Met my Ghoulfriend? + Giveaway
Back in the 90's (yes I mean the 1990's... that dates me!) R.L. Stein's Goosebump series was very popular. The books were everywhere and there was a corresponding TV series. I watched them every once in a while and thought they were fun. I didn't like scary things, but these weren't that scary so I was able to watch. Fast forward several decades to me getting an email for R.L Stein's Mostly Ghostly: Have you met my GhoulFriend? I laughed as I remembered the "old days" and decided to help promote … [Read more...]
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Activities
Are you getting excited to see Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day? It's coming to theaters October 10th, so not too much longer to wait now! In the meantime, have fun with the Cooper's with these activity sheets and a yummy recipe!{Click on the picture for the full size PDF for clear printing!} Here is the trailer in case you haven't seen it yet:Like ALEXANDER on … [Read more...]
Toy Story of Terror
My kids LOVE all the Toy Story movies so when I was asked if I would be interested in viewing Toy Story of Terror and sharing it with my audience, I said a big YES! This cute movie features the short film Toy Story of Terror as well as 3 other fun favorites.About Toy Story of Terror: What starts out as a fun road trip for the Toy Story gang takes an unexpected turn for the worse when the trip detours to a roadside motel. After one of the toys goes missing, the others find … [Read more...]
