Week Six - Dinosaurs - Movies and Shows

This has been a really fun week in our house. I love introducing new things to Little Man but there is such joy in sharing something he is always interested in exploring.

There are so many great choices for movies and shows about dinosaurs. Enjoy your weekend!

Movies:

Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaur: The first in the Ice Age franchise to talk about dinosaurs. Big appeal for the little ones, but it is a more intense look from the Ice Age folks. I love these movies because they look at unconventional families (herds) and encouraging the characters to be themselves and play to their own strengths.

We're Back! A Dinosaur Story: Talking, non-violent dinosaurs in this cute offering. A cute piece of fluff that will delight the dinosaur obsessed.

The Land Before Time: This is a wonderful movie that Little Man can't get enough of (stick with the original - believe me I have seen all of the sequels and they do not compare to the innocence and beauty of the first). Be prepared the the main dinosaur baby looses his Momma in the beginning of the movie and there are some scary moments with "Sharp Teeth".

Shows:

Dinosaur Train: I know I have talked about this all week, but I really can't say enough. This is a sweet, cute show that combines two of Little Man's favorites. It is educational and so well done. The music, and frank way they deal with the realities of dinosaurs in a fantasy setting is wonderful. You need to watch this if you haven't yet seen it. You can catch it on PBS. Check out the site for cute (free) online games.

Wonder Pets: Save a Baby Dinosaur: This offering from Nick Jr. is all about team work between the three main characters.

Sesame Street: Dinosaurs!: This covers healthy eating, the alphabet, taking turns and all that Sesame Street has to offer.

Games:

Caillou Dinosaur Game

Dinosaur Dash

Dinosphere