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  • Review
    E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

    A classic that parents and kids can enjoy together.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    A Cat in Paris

    Animated thriller's action makes it best for older kids.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Just Dance 4

    Popular dancing game continues to entertain with new music.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii U
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    This Is Not My Hat

    Little fish tries to outsmart big one in funny thief tale.
    AGE
    3
     
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    By Jon Klassen
    (Book, 2012)
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    Dodger

    Clever adventure depicts Victorian streets with sly humor.
    AGE
    13
     
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    By Terry Pratchett
    (Book, 2012)
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    Cinderella

    Sweet fairy tale classic for little princes and princesses.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    The Avengers

    Heroes work together in explosive comic book adventure.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

    Fabulously acted retiree drama will appeal more to parents.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Dragons: Riders of Berk

    Movie-inspired show has strong relationships, role models.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

    Excellent lessons from Mister Rogers' next generation.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Battleship

    Over-the-top sci-fi action with great special effects.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Big Time Movie

    Boy band tips hat to Beatles in fun, family-friendly film.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Seraphina

    Richly conceived dragon fantasy with stellar young heroine.
    AGE
    12
     
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    By Rachel Hartman
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Chimpanzee

    Chimp "adoption" documentary has some scary moments.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Bernie

    Jack Black stars in dark fact-based murder comedy.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    A Separation

    Intense but rewarding Iranian drama has complex characters.
    AGE
    16
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Dr. Panda's Hospital

    Easy, intuitive app teaches young kids medical care basics.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    NCIS

    Upbeat but average crime show with blood, bodies.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Go On

    Offbeat comedy deals respectfully with human tragedy.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (TV, 2012)
  • Review
    Mia and the Migoo

    Magical realism adventure promotes family, environmentalism.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Let It Shine

    Rousing rap-style musical has family-friendly themes.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance

    Disney characters star in fight-filled role-playing game.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
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    Hatfields & McCoys

    Tense, violent epic finds human side of legendary conflict.
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    15
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Three Times Lucky

    Funny mystery with spunky girl touches on serious themes.
    AGE
    10
     
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    By Sheila Turnage
    (Book, 2012)
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    An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars

    Sweet, inspiring tale about a girl reaching for her dreams.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)