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Toy Story 3: Is this the best family movie of all time?
On 16/07/2010 in Films & DVDs
Woody, Buzz Lightyear et al return in Disney Pixar's 3D extravaganza. But will it have you sobbing into your popcorn?
with the intervention of a superhero who declares: "To infinity and beyond…” It can only be the opening sequence of Disney Pixar's most eagerly awaited blockbuster Toy Story 3 that kicks off brilliantly with an homage to the powers of a child's imagination
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Three of the best new family DVDs
On 11/12/2012 in Films & DVDs
We review our favourite film releases for your child
Brave, Disney Pixar, £14.99, 93 minsGreat Scott! Well, great Scots to be precise – a who’s who of Celtic Hollywood has lent their lilting tones to this heather-hewn Highland caper, including Robbie Coltrane, Kelly Macdonald and Billy Connolly
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Five of the best new children's books
On 12/02/2013 in Books
Junior Book Club reveals the top literary lovelies this month
traditional laddoo: sweet, spherical morsels that could easily be mistaken for a rather less yielding jawbreaker, which has wince-worthy consequences for our young god.As befits a Pixar animator, Sanjay Patel’s delightful graphics are full of personality
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UP
On 18/04/2010 in Films & DVDs
Explorer named Russell.The tenth film from the much-celebrated Pixar Studios and the first to be presented in “Disney Digital 3D”, Up is heart-warming and thoughtful rather than laugh-out-loud funny (think Wall-E rather than Monsters Inc). The cinematic
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Stay in style at The Balmoral, Edinburgh
On 22/11/2012 in UK
Offering views of Edinburgh Castle, The Balmoral is a five star hotel that loves children
in the spa. Young guests also receive a weekend newsletter with top tips for teenagers, such as music and fashion events in Edinburgh and the concierge can tailor a teen itinerary.If you’ve seen the Disney Pixar movie Brave, you might like to book
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Junior's children's apps of the month
On 11/12/2012 in Films & DVDs
The best games and stories for your techno whizz-kid
, cartoonists of the future, until your dexterity catches up with your determination, Disney has the answer. This modern arty app offers a chance to create images based on Disney and Pixar stars past and present, including Mickey Mouse and new
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Toy Story 3: the must-see family movie
On 16/07/2010 in Fashion news
Toy Story 3 is receiving rave reviews, but will it really make Daddies cry?
with the intervention of a superhero who declares: "To infinity and beyond…” It can only be the opening sequence of Disney Pixar's most eagerly awaited blockbuster Toy Story 3 that kicks off brilliantly with an homage to the powers of a child's imagination
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International car rally in Spain
On 05/08/2011 in Europe
Watching an international car rally adds a little va va vroom to a weekend trip to picturesque northern Spain
in 11 countries over 11 months. My four-year-old son, Joe – a big fan of Lightning McQueen and Disney Pixar’s Cars – is cheering on Kris Meeke and Team Peugeot. Every time my phone beeps, I cross my fingers Kris’s name is first, which means he’s setting
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Disney On Ice Tour 2011
On 21/09/2011 in Days Out
Get your skates on as the magical world of Disney comes to life on the ice
Zooming effortlessly around the track, Lightening McQueen offers a cheeky wink to the watching crowds as his loveable sidekick Mater clunks and puffs his way into the inside lane with a goofy smile and a cloud of exhaust fumes…Many families will no doubt be familiar with this sce...
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Five of the best family films
On 10/04/2012 in Films & DVDs
While away a rainy day with these marvellous movies
WALL - E (U) Human beings can be a mean old bunch. Having cluttered up the planet with all their junk, they’ve escaped on an enormous spaceship. Meanwhile, poor little WALL-E has to clean up the mess, crunching the junk in his tummy and popping it back out in neat cubes. But this...
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