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New to Auction: Choose Your Own Adventures & Rare Southwestern Masterworks!

Dear Friends, This week, we are thrilled to expand the KIDS FIRST! Online Auction with a curated selection for book lovers and art collectors alike. From the interactive nostalgia of a childhood classic to limited-edition photographic archives, these new additions are not to be missed. Browse the New Book Collections Here: (https://givebutter.com/c/kids-first-silent-auction-mhoskr/auction) The "Choose Your Own Adventures" Collection We’ve added eleven distinct sets from the Choose Your Own Adventure series—the 4th best-selling children’s book franchise of all time. Created by R.A. Montgomery and Edward Packard, these books became a cultural phenomenon by putting the reader in the driver’s seat. Whether you're fighting dragons or exploring space, these sets are perfect for sparking a love of reading in 9- to 12-year-olds (and … - read more...

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The Sheep Detectives * A Heartwarming Murder Mystery That Keeps You Guessing “Who Did It” Right Up To The End

In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers. KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Zoey F. comments, “The Sheep Detectives is a wonderful movie with a great theme and a great cast of actors. Its main strength is its simplicity and very cute sheep.”  Julie O. adds, “I love this film! The Sheep Detectives is a heartwarming murder mystery that keeps you guessing “who did it” right up to the end. I found myself laughing and crying! The storyline is intriguing and the characters act very … - read more...

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Granny Ranny's Coming Attractions

Fandango Shares Its 2026 Moviegoing Trends and Insights Study & Top Anticipated Summer Films

Fandango, the nation’s leading online movie ticketing service, today revealed the results of its annual Moviegoing Trends & Insights Study, ahead of CinemaCon, Cinema United’s official convention taking place from April 13th – April 16th in Las Vegas. Surveying over 5,000 moviegoers, this year’s study highlights how generational differences are shaping the future of theatrical moviegoing, with Gen Z and Millennials not only attending movies more frequently but also spending more per trip and seeking out enhanced, experience-driven offerings that extend beyond the screen. The study reveals clear distinctions in how different … - read more...

KIDS FIRST! Radio

Exciting News: Our Podcast is Back – and on iHeartMedia!

We have exciting news for you, our loyal follower! Now you can get all our KIDS FIRST! reviews in 3 to 4 minutes that you can listen to anytime, anywhere, and keep up on the latest kid-friendly entertainment news – reviews, interviews, behind the scenes insights. Exclusive to you on our new KIDS FIRST! Coming Attractions Podcast on IHeartMedia. Listen here: https://iheart.com/podcast/277638809. Or, on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46ib2cH A special shout-out to KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Ashleigh Clyde and Tiana Sirmans for their invaluable contributions as hosts and for expertly navigating … - read more...

From the Jury

Swapped * Super Weird in the Best Way: Our Critics Weigh in on Swapped

A buddy comedy about a small woodland creature (voiced by Academy Award-winning Michael B. Jordan) and a majestic bird (voiced by Juno Temple) — natural sworn enemies of The Valley — who suddenly swap bodies and must team up (while walking in each other’s feathers and fur) to survive the wildest adventure of their lives. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Drake G. comments, “I really enjoy the movie Swapped. The characters are beautifully drawn and engaging. It is a fresh take on the swapping concept and a very imaginative way for characters from two different worlds to understand where each other comes from, or to “walk a mile in each … - read more...

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