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Start Your Engines! A Cars-Themed Birthday Party

Nicole Abbott — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:17:59 PST

Start your engines! Boys, both big and small, love cars - and it's almost certain that your little man also loves the movie Cars. Throw him a "wheelie" cool party for his next birthday, inspired by the movie - with a few inspirational ideas from this Cars-themed birthday party that will have your head spinning!

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Artistic Twists on Disney Princesses (and Other Heroines)

Tara Sharp — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:00:00 PST

Sometimes that little girl inside us refuses to grow up, like when it comes to our endless fascination with all things Disney-princess-related. While our adult selves may cringe at princess culture and the outdated stereotypes that come along with it, there's just something special about the Disney princesses we grew up with like Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Aurora, and Ariel. And they aren't all damsels in distress; the newer crop of the crowned ladies (including the latest, Princess Sofia the First) have attempted to be better role models for little girls. But whether these Disney princesses (or, for the purists, animated heroines) are classics or newbies, they've inspired many creative artists who've transformed them into thought-provoking modern art. See some of our favorite artistic renditions of Disney princesses now!

Celebrity Families Flock to Disney Parks!

Rebecca M Gruber — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:03:53 PST

It may be a few weeks until we hear the Super Bowl MVP declare that he's going to Disney World, but there are plenty of other big names heading to the parks! Yesterday, Tom and Suri Cruise visited the Happiest Place on Earth to spin in the teacups, visit the characters, and soak in the fun. They join a long list of celebs that have made the journey to visit Mickey Mouse with their kids. Let's take a look back . . .

Which Disney Prince Is Right For You?

Anna Monette Roberts — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:00:56 PST

If Disney was your first exposure to love stories, we understand if the handsome princes still send your nostalgic heart a fluttering when you rewatch your favorite animated movies. With classics like Beauty and the Beast back in theaters, it's easy to revive the royal cartoon fantasy, and this quiz will help determine which floppy-haired and ridiculously strapping Disney prince matches your grown-up dating style and personality. Answer these questions below and find out now which Disney prince would make you happily ever after.

What type of guy are you physically attracted to?

Looks don't matter to me.

Ruggedly handsome

Blue-eyed babes

Pretty boys

Older men

What does it take for you to fall for someone?

Develop a friendship first.

Experience something new and adventurous together.

Date and slowly get to know each other.

It's love at first sight.

It only takes one day of spending time together.

How do you say "I love you"?

You say it first.

Both of you are bashful to admit it.

You express love with your actions.

You let him chase you to say it.

You wait patiently until he says it first.

What's your favorite date idea?

Hanging out at home.

Traveling and discovering new places.

A standard dinner date night.

Dancing.

Doing anything outdoorsy.

Bow-tastic! How to Throw a Minnie Mouse-Themed Birthday

Nicole Abbott — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:02:44 PST

If mama's little girl is turning a year older and all she wants is a Minnie Mouse-themed birthday bash, then that's exactly what she'll get - and we've got some great party planning ideas to get you started! From the birthday girl's Minnie-inspired outfit to dessert table sweets, click through to check out some of our favorite Minnie Mouse birthday finds.

Tale as Old as Time: Beauty and the Beast's History

Tara Sharp — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:25:54 PST

This Friday we can take a trip back to our childhood with the re-release of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, this time in 3D. It's a magical blast from the past for us, but it's also a way for a new generation of tykes to enjoy the tale of a bookish peasant turned princess on the big screen. Beauty and the Beast has come a long way from its 18th-century French origins to three-dimensional animation. Let's look at the evolution of the fairy tale in pop culture, from classic books to an upcoming project involving a Harry Potter witch!

Types of Princesses and What We Can Learn From Them

Tara Sharp — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:03:20 PST

Happy birthday, Kate Middleton! The Duchess turns 30 today.

With fairy-tale-inspired movies aplenty (including two Snow White flicks, a dark Sleeping Beauty, and another Maleficent-centered version) and Prince William's own princess Kate in the spotlight, little girls and grown women alike have tiaras on the brain. And sure there are downsides to princess culture, but there are also lessons to be gleaned from these regal ladies. From real-life royalty to Disney characters, let's look at 10 different types of princesses and what we can learn from them (and it's not how to be like Mean Girls).

Disney's Newest Princess Is a First

Tara Sharp — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:26:00 PST

I guess Disney's decision to stop making princess movies was a half-truth. The fairytale film company is introducing a new Disney princess, Sofia the First, who for the first time will be a little girl. The younger princess is meant to attract preschoolers and be a positive and educational role model in her TV movie and series. According to a Disney GM, Sofia will have “plenty of pretty dresses and sparkly shoes," but "what makes a real princess is what’s inside, not what’s outside."

Hopefully the new pint-sized princess's younger age will mean she's doing more than waiting for her Prince Charming to come, but it seems like just another way to market the princess culture to an even younger generation. What we're really excited to see is the courageous Princess Merida in Pixar's Brave, who challenges her family and country's customs while wielding a bow and arrow on horseback - now that's a real Disney princess "first."

What do you think about the new preschool princess?

Lil Gift Guide: Great Gifts For 8-Year-Olds!

Rebecca M Gruber — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 07:27:38 PST

The third-grader on your list is sure to have hobbies of her own, but that doesn't mean she isn't open to learning something new. From group games to individual activities, these gift ideas are sure to please when it comes time to opening presents!

Mom and dad spent plenty of afternoons playing Simon, and now their kiddo can get in on the fun - in a modern way, of course! Simon Flash ($20) is all of the fun of the original and more. Disney fans will fall in love with Disney Spotlight Digital Wireless Mic + Karaoke App ($100), a wireless microphone that interacts with the iPad to transform it into the ultimate karaoke machine - it even allows mama to video her tots singing away! Hexbugs are back and scarier than ever! The new Hexbug Larva ($15) will slither their way through your home. The newly updated Easy Bake Oven ($40) may not include a lightbulb for heating food anymore (it now uses a heating element), but it still turns out fun treats! A Razor eSpark Electric Scooter ($160) will get kids across the neighborhood and around town at speeds up to 10 miles an hour!

Lil Gift Guide: Great Gifts For 7-Year-Olds!

Rebecca M Gruber — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:36:05 PST

Who says fun can't be educational? Second graders love playing games, and today's games are both mind-stimulating and exciting. From music-inspired toys to those that keep feet and brains moving, these gifts will keep tots coming back for more every day.

Hello Kitty's loyal following includes a new generation of youngsters. This Hello Kitty Digital MP3 Player ($40) will have them listening to their favorite tunes in style. There's no shortage of autotune with the T-Pain Microphone ($37), which makes every budding rapper sound like gold. Hand-eye coordination is put to the test with Bop It! XT ($18), one of the hottest games of the holiday season. The whole family will love testing their Disney knowledge with Disney Kids Hedbanz Board ($16) - a quick game of questions and answers. Explore the power of the brain with Mattel's Mindflex Duel Game ($90), which pits one contestant's brain against another as they try to move an object from one side to the other.