10 Thanksgiving Movies for Kids: Post-Feast

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Rise and Shine, Kitchen Queens! It's Wednesday, and if your turkey's not thawing, well, good luck. But between dodging the pre-feast drama and plotting escape routes, here's what’s cooking in our corner.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 10 Post-turkey kiddo films 🎬

• Sparklers: Now with less burn.

• Sweet Potato Crescents! 🍠

• DIY: Crafting calmness 🍂

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Holiday Hoopla

10 Thanksgiving Movies for Kids to Watch After the Turkey Day Feast

After gobbling up that scrumptious turkey, it's time to snuggle up with the little ones.

Dive into these 10 delightful Thanksgiving movies.

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

Celebrating nearly 50 years, this classic brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the gang prepping for their Turkey Day.

Oh, and pair it with The Mayflower Voyagers for an extra serving of fun! 🍗 (Ages 4+)

Rudy

Not strictly about Thanksgiving, but who can resist football and dreams? Rudy’s quest to play for Notre Dame is both inspiring and heartwarming.

Grab some popcorn and get ready for some touchdowns! (Ages 11+)

Addams Family Values

Wednesday Addams shines in this sequel, turning a camp play into the quirkiest Thanksgiving story!

With stars like Angelica Huston, this is one for the books. (Ages 12+)

Turkey Hollow

Journey to Turkey Hollow with two kids on a quest for the "Howling Hoodoo."

Inspired by Jim Henson and narrated by Ludacris, it's monster-hunting at its best. (Ages 8+)

Free Birds

Imagine turkeys traveling back in time! Join the hilarious duo as they try to change the Thanksgiving menu forever.

With voices like Amy Poehler, it's a laugh riot! (Ages 6+)

A Winnie the Pooh Thanksgiving

Watch Pooh and friends bungle their way through a feast prep in the Hundred Acre Wood.

It's all about love, gratitude, and honey, of course! 🍯 (Ages 3+)

Paul Blart: Mall Cop

Laugh out loud with Kevin James protecting the mall on Black Friday.

It’s pure slapstick magic perfect for your tweens! And hey, there's a sequel! (Ages 12+)

The Blind Side

Tissues at the ready! This touching tale revolves around family, football, and finding home.

Sandra Bullock’s performance is simply unforgettable. (Ages 12+)

Garfield's Thanksgiving

Old-school comic charm meets Thanksgiving. When Jon Arbuckle's date plans a diet for Garfield, hilarity ensues.

It's a quick and delightful watch! (Ages 6+)

Miracle on 34th Street

Kickstart the holiday season with this classic. Macy's Parade, Kris Kringle, and the belief in magic—it’s a heartwarming prelude to Christmas!

Choose your version, but the magic remains the same. (Ages 6+)

There you have it, mamas! A movie list to make your Turkey Day even more memorable.

So, whether you're Team Charlie Brown or Team Garfield, one thing’s certain: there’s plenty to be thankful for. 🍿❤️🦃

Keep reading here.

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Poll Results From 11/17

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Mom Hack

Shield Kids’ Hands From Sparkler Burns With a Plastic Cup

Mom Hack

Summer sparkler fun? Sure!

But let's keep those tiny hands safe. Pop a plastic cup on the end to shield from burns.

They get to enjoy, and you get peace of mind.

Mom’s Menu

Scrumptious Sweet Potato Crescent Rolls! 🍠🥐

Here's a delicious recipe that's both yummy and a great way to sneak in some veggies.

Your kiddos will be asking for seconds and thirds of these Sweet Potato Crescent Rolls!

📝 Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

• 1/4 teaspoon allspice

• 1 cup mashed sweet potato (cooked)

• 1 cup milk

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter

• 1 large egg

• 2 tablespoon salted butter

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. In a mixer, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and spices.

2. Warm up mashed sweet potatoes, milk, and butter. Ensure it's warm, not hot.

3. Mix sweet potato mixture into the flour blend.

4. Add beaten egg to dough and mix for 3 minutes.

5. Add the remaining flour gradually.

6. Knead the dough for 7 minutes, let it rise until doubled.

7. Divide, roll out, brush with butter, and cut into pizza-like slices.

8. Roll each slice to shape them, and let them rise again.

9. Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

📌 Note

You can personalize these rolls with any flour you fancy!

They're fantastic with a smidge of butter, a drizzle of honey, or simply on their own.

Warm them up just a bit before serving and see them vanish!

They're not just for Thanksgiving - make any day special!

Enjoy and happy baking! 💖🍞

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Thanksgiving Edition)

Birch Tea Light Holder

Brighten up your space with the natural charm of birch trees.

These tea light holders are a blend of rustic elegance, perfect for the season.

All you need is a drill and some creativity! Plus it will transition great into the winter months decor.

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

These nail trimmers are super helpful for newborns, I still use them on my little one to finish off any sharp edges after clipping.

It’s super gentle on those precious tiny fingers and toes, making nail trimming much easier.

No more nail-cutting drama, just smooth, rounded nails for your sweet pea. 🌸

Safe Electric Baby Nail Trimmer

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Tiny Faces, Big Names

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