Escape to the Wilderness with Disney’s The Jungle Book on Blu-ray and DVD

September 13, 2016 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

There are some children’s movies that I watch only because my boys want to see them, and there are others that get me just as excited as my kids. This year, of all the children’s movies coming to theatres, Disney’s The Jungle Book was the one I most couldn’t wait to see. In fact, if I hadn’t been able to find a good time to take my boys to the movie, I would have gone on my own. When we headed to the theatre, I was bouncing with excitement. And as soon as the movie started, I knew it had been worth the wait. Here’s a brief synopsis:

In an epic adventure directed by Jon Favreau, Mowgli, a man-cub raised in the jungle by a family of wolves, embarks on a captivating journey of self-discovery when he’s forced to abandon the only home he’s ever known. Featuring an all-star voice cast including Bill Murray, Ben Kingsley and Scarlett Johansson, The Jungle Book is stunning. [Read more…]

Only Have Time to Visit One Walt Disney World Park? Here are 4 Reasons to Choose Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 27, 2016 by Kathryn 57 Comments

When it comes to visiting Walt Disney World, spending a few days exploring the four different parks is almost a must. With so much to see and do, my ideal Walt Disney World vacation would involve spending at least one full day in each park. Sometimes, though, time just doesn’t let that be an option. I’ve already shared my outline for exploring the best of all four Walt Disney World parks in one day. But if you’d rather spend the day at just one single park this summer so that you can experience it to the fullest, make it Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Wondering why? Here are my four reasons this should be your must-visit Walt Disney World park.

You’ll Learn as You Explore

Like every park at Walt Disney World, Animal Kingdom has plenty of fun rides and entertaining shows. But above and beyond that, the park has learning experiences and one of the best is the Kilimanjaro Safaris ride. Journey on an African safari so authentic that you’ll almost believe you’ve travelled to another continent. The effort that Walt Disney World has made into both providing a natural habitat for its animals and preserving some of our world’s most endangered creatures is admirable. And the animals clearly feel at home in the environment, which means there’s ample opportunity to see them up close. The guides on the tour are full of facts about the animals and it’s impossible not to come away from the ride feeling a deeper connection to the many fellow creatures that share our planet. For those that prefer walking, the Maharajah Jungle Trek lets visitors view tigers, birds and lizards up close on a green and pleasant walking trail. [Read more…]

Let Kids Go Wild with Disney’s The Jungle Book Diamond Edition on Blu-ray and DVD

February 26, 2014 by Kathryn 1 Comment

My boys are early risers and while becoming a mother has changed my sleep patterns a lot, I am still most definitely a night owl. So most mornings, Zackary and Benjamin wake up, head downstairs and watch a little television before I get up and get them ready for school. This morning, I awoke to their uncontrolled laughter and I headed downstairs to find both of them sitting on the couch watching The Jungle Book. This Disney classic was released as a Diamond Edition Blu-ray/DVD combo pack for the first time ever on February 11, 2014. I remember watching this movie as a child and I knew as soon as it was released on Blu-ray that it would be a hit with my two wild boys. Here’s a brief synopsis:

Now for the first time ever on Blu-ray with glorious digital high definition, Disney’s Jumpin’ Jungle Classic has never looked so lush or sounded so good! Beloved characters, swinging music and new behind-the-scenes bonus features make this Diamond Edition Blu-ray a must-have for every family’s classic collection!

Meet the most unforgettable characters and embark on a thrilling adventure with Mowgli as he journeys deep into the jungle and learns “The Bare Necessities” of life from happy-go-lucky Baloo the bear. Meet Bagheera, the wise old panther, and crazy King Louie, the orangutan. But watch out for the cunning Shere Khan and Kaa, the ssssneakiest snake in the jungle! Explore your wild side as you venture into The Jungle Book for extraordinary adventures and a heartwarming tale that celebrates the true meaning of friendship. [Read more…]

New DVDs from Kaboom! Entertainment are Perfect for Family Day Fun-Giveaway

February 12, 2013 by Kathryn 100 Comments

There’s nothing my boys love more than getting the chance to enjoy some fun new kids’ DVDs and this February, Kaboom! Entertainment has some fabulous new collections sure to put a smile on any child’s face. With Family Day just around the corner, these Walmart-exclusive DVDs are perfect for a little relaxing family fun!

Treehouse TV Presents

This series of nine DVDs contains select episodes from some of the top rated kids shows from Treehouse including The Bearnstain Bears, Chuggington, Max & Ruby and Mike the Knight. Available February 12, 2013.

Horrid Henry: The Movie

This movie is based on the book series by Francesca Simon and the BAFTA nominated animated series, Horrid Henry. The special DVD package includes a neon green limited edition slime pack. Available February 19, 2013.

The Jungle Book: The Movie

This movie based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless classic was created and produced by the award winning animation studio DQ Entertainment. The DVD package contains limited edition collectable figurines of Baloo and Mowgli. Available March 5, 2013. [Read more…]