Kids After School Activities: Family Movie Time

Sometimes it’s the simple things in live that bring a family together for a fun and enjoyable evening. One of those simple things is spending an evening watching a family movie.

Considering all of the technology available which allows anyone to watch a DVD, VHS, or record a movie on TV for later viewing, watching a family movie with the family is as important as sitting down to a family meal. It’s all about being together and enjoying each other’s company while watching a favorite movie on TV.

Putting a bag of popcorn in the microwave, or making snacks is the perfect way to enjoy family movie time. Have you ever seen Gilmore Girls? The theme throughout this show was mother and daughter watching movies on TV. While no on would buy as many snacks as they, it brings home the point that watching different genres as the kids grow older invites discussion, banter, and increases a kid’s awareness of certain events which may have happened long ago.

In addition, because there are such a wide variety of movies you can choose from, you will never run out of movies to watch with your family. While there are some great family shows on TV, nothing compares to watching movies which send positive messages and for which kids can reference later on in life. It’s also an educational experience for kids as well. Movies that send messages of inspiration to become involved in the environment, nature, music, the arts, or sports; and movies that provide adventurous themes such as Harry Potter also impart honor, friendship, integrity, and a few magic tricks to boot.

Family life is so hectic these days that it has become more difficult to spend quality time with family members. Putting aside one night a week to watch a family move with the kids will not only keep the family unit close, but will give the kids something to look forward to every week.