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Who doesn’t love movie nights? It is one of the best ways to spend time with your family. Kids love it and look forward to it. Movies teach you a lot of values. It is not just an epic story that makes a good movie. A film evokes emotions, memories, and ideas in kids and adults. It is a great tool to teach kids the value of family bonds and establish morals. You might have run out of fun movies to watch with your kids, but there are tons of films that have come out in the recent past that will enrich your family time. So, here are 7 must-watch animated movies that they will probably love, and so will you:
1. Lion King
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This heart-touching movie is about a prince who takes over a kingdom after losing his father. It was first made in 1994, but there have been several remakes after the original. The story is endearing and will leave you fighting tears. But hey, don’t forget: Hakuna Matata!
2. The Croods
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The 2013 film is filled with family and adventure. When Grug’s cave is destroyed, his family sets out on an adventure to find a new place to live. Their challenges throughout their journey teach them that there is a fine line between sticking together and feeling stuck.
3. Toy Story
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The movie is set in a world where toys come alive. It shows you how to deal with uncomfortable emotions and teaches you the importance of friendship. The first movie was released in 1995 and later became a franchise. It might leave your kids wondering if toys really have emotions.
4. Finding Nemo
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With a strong storyline and characters that you will love, Finding Nemo is an animated movie highlighting the bond between a father and son. After Nemo gets lost in the Great Barrier Reef, his father, Marlin, set out on an adventure to find his son with the help of a forgetful fish.
5. Tangled
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A refreshing take on Rapunzel, Tangled is a tale of a young girl who grew up in a locked tower. This movie is a must-watch for every adventure lover out there. Rapunzel is sassy, adventurous, and not afraid to fight. She yearns to see the floating lights in the sky and leaves the tower, disobeying her mother’s orders. Does she get to see the floating lights? Watch and find out!
6. Frozen
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If you haven’t heard the song “Let It Go”, it’s time you sat down as a family and watched this beautiful movie. With Olaf, Anna and Elsa, Frozen is a tale of two sisters who were separated because of magic power. Eventually, they find their way back to each other, proving that love is the most powerful force.
7. Up
Taking fun to new heights (literally), this Pixar film is a beautiful story that shows a grouchy older widower, and an over-enthusiastic Boy Scout out on an adventure. With a floating house and a trip to Paradise Falls, Up makes you realize that no one is too old to have an adventure.
Animated movies are fun and keep kids engaged. They love watching them because of the bright colors, strong characters, and catchy songs that come with them. Many movies talk about family values, friendships, honesty, trust, and love. Whether it is the classics like The Little Mermaid or the all-time favorites like The Lion King, you kids are going to love them. We hope you liked our list of must-watch animated films to watch with your kids. Comment below and let us know if they like it.
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