Disney’s latest animated hit, Frozen, offers eye-popping animation, but the plot will be familiar to anyone who knows their fairytales—it’s based on Hans Christian Anderson’s 1845 story The Snow Queen (though there’s no pop culture–savvy snowman in the original…sorry). Putting a new twist on an enduring legend is, of course, nothing new. Here are eight […]
‘Tis the season to curl up with the kids and read a holly-jolly holiday book or two. These classic, sweet, merry, and poignant picks will brighten spirits, warm hearts, tickle fancies, and absolutely delight kids and adults during, this, the most mirthful month of the year. From beloved Christmas classics to moving modern re-tellings, these […]
School’s out for winter break, and kids everywhere are rejoicing. It’s also the perfect time to break out all the favorite seasonal books and movies. Here are a few that have made the leap from page to screen and are almost synonymous with the holiday season. What are your children’s favorite holiday books and movies?
