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The Land Before Time XII: The Great Day of the Flyers

(2007, Rated G, Family and kids, Starring Nick Price, Anndi McAfee, Aria Curzon)
  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Stale, slow dino friends tale for very young only.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 4 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Friends provide support and encouragement to one another. Parents of newborn ignore older child, hurting her feelings, but all's well by the end of the movie. One character is picked on by siblings for being different, but finds courage to be true to himself with the support of his friends.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Dinosaur pals are chased by a "Sharptooth" (T. Rex) but escape.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Land Before Time XII: The Great Day of the Flyers

Parents need to know that this straight-to-video story of friendship among young dinosaurs feels like what it is, the twelfth attempt to wring life out of the charming movie that started it all, The Land Before Time. Themes of friendship, being true to yourself, and learning to cope with the arrival of a new sibling are always welcome for the preschool set this movie targets. But it's a hard slog for parents and kids older than 6.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how Petrie the pterodactyl finds the courage to fly in his own style. How did his friends Cera, Littlefoot, and especially Guido give him encouragement? Have you ever encouraged your friends to do something they were scared to do? For families with new younger siblings on the way, Cera's story is a good opportunity to talk about how life may change when the new baby arrives. Since many preschoolers are fascinated by dinosaurs, they may want to look up the real names of the "long neck," "sharptooth," and "three horn" characters.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    A C+ film

    When I watched it wth my little sister, I was sort of disappointed. There was an obvious drop in quality when you compare it to the old LBT movies. It was really cheesy at some parts. I guess it's OK for little kids, but it's not an awesome movie.

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    My 3-year-old loves it

    I just wanted to comment on the review saying this movie has a slow pace. I actually rather enjoy children's movies that take their time and are not laden with drama and action. It is geared toward preschoolers. The issues seem to resonate with my daughter, who had a little brother at 23 months of age. Any plot line that emphasizes being true to oneself, even at the risk of standing out, is good to me. Those are life lessons that will come in handy later.

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Alabama
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    My Three-year-old likes it!

    My daughter seems to really enjoy this movie. I like the emphasis on friendship and teamwork. My daughter is interested in dinosaurs now, and that's something new for her. We are trying to learn the names of the dinosaurs in the movie. There are a few scenes that are a little intense, like the dinosaurs almost falling into a ravine. And there is a scary "bad" dinosaur. But overall I like what it has to offer my daughter.

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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