These movies and books have brought so much joy to many childhoods. It's fun to read and watch them to see how they compare.
A beautiful adaptation that so many people enjoyed in their childhood.
Secret Garden, The (DVD)
A book that really sticks with young readers. It's sad and haunting, but has an important lesson on how to move on in life and find joy and connection.
The Secret Garden (Book)
The animation is beautiful. It's so wonderful seeing their little lives and how they make use of everyday items.
The Secret World of Arrietty [DVD]
A whimsical book about little people living in the walls and the way they make use of human sized things. It's so imaginative and fun. It makes you day dream about them existing in our own world. This book is what the Ghibli film, The Secret of Arrie...
The Borrowers (Book)
An all time favorite movie. The animation is amazing. The soundtrack is so soothing. A great comfort watch.
Kiki's Delivery Service Blu-ray/DVD Combo
I loved the movie as a child and I wanted to read the original source material. This sweet book follows the life of a young witch and the many people she meets on her adventures. I love a low stakes coming of age story.
Kiki's Delivery Service (Book)
These characters were brought to life in such a beautiful way. Piglet is a personal favorite. This movie is a childhood must watch.
The Many Adventures Of Winnie The Pooh
A classic full of lovable characters and their charming antics. Piglet is my personal favorite. I relate to his anxious nature.
Winnie-the-Pooh (Book)
A beautiful movie that tugs on your heart strings. The costumes and sets are amazing. This movie was on constantly through my childhood.
A Little Princess
Sara is such a kind character who shows young girls how important empathy is. This is a story about finding your inner strength and knowing the value you possess despite how others may treat you.
A Little Princess (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)|Hardcover
A 90s classic. A fun movie that captures the spirited nature of an overly curous kid.
Harriet the Spy
This character has inspired so many kids to write and explore the world around them. A charming book with a lot of wit.
Harriet the Spy (Book)
A cute movie with the charm of the books.
Madeline
A cute story with beautiful illustrations! Madeline is a fun character full of personality.
Madeline (Book)
A great adaptation that has so much heart. It made me wish i had powers as a kid.
Matilda Special Edition DVD
A wonderfully written book with a lot of humor. Matilda is a magnificent character with so much power and smarts.
Matilda (Book)
This movie captures what we love about the bear. He may make a mess, but he brings out the best in people.
Paddington
An amazing movie with a hilariously fun villain with a knack for theatrics. This movie touches every emotion.
Paddington 2 (2017)
This lovable bear always finds his way into shenanigans. With a heart are sweet as marmalade, he steals everyone’s heart.
The Paddington Treasury: Six Classic Bedtime Stories
A sweet movie with charming songs that will stick in your head. Templeton's food song was a personal favorite.
Charlotte's Web (1973)
A classic book that is definitely a tear jerker. Beautifully written.
Charlotte's Web (Book)
A cute family film though it is a bit of a departure from the source material. It made me wish I could have a mouse for a sibling.
Stuart Little
A fun imaginative story with a captivating main character.
Stuart Little (Book)
The stop motion animation is a work of art. Every scene is a visual marvel. It is a fall classic for a reason.
CORALINE DVD
A spooky classic. This is a great middle grade book for fall. It's the perfect mix of creepy and whimsy.
Coraline (Book)
The stop motion animation is a work of art. Every scene is a visual marvel. It is a fall classic for a reason.
Jumanji
A fun book with captivating illustrations about a game that is a bit more than the players bargained for.
