Scooby-Doo, where are you? Apparently, the gang is headed to Camelot in Warner Bros. Home Entertainment’s newest full-length animated family film!
Scooby-Doo The Sword and the Scoob lands the sleuths in England to trace Shaggy’s family roots. In typical fashion, the group finds themselves elsewhere, and in this case, the Middle Ages! Keep scrolling to see an exclusive sneak peek at the brand new film:
While at King Arthur’s court, the teens will have to take on an evil sorceress who wants to steal power in Camelot. Can the gang come to King Arthur’s aid to save his throne?
Scooby-Doo The Sword and the Scoob will launch on DVD and digital on Feb. 23, 2021 for $19.98 and $14.95, respectively.
The LEGO Group and Chronicle Books are adding to their lineup this year. The book company plans to release 13 new products, including a new book that shows the inside of the famed LEGO House.
The 2021 releases will include a LEGO wall calendar, activity book for adults, a guided notebook for Master Builders-in-training, and four new books! Keep scrolling to get a sneak peak at some the goodies coming out this year.
LEGO 2022 Wall Calendar
Enjoy 12 months of fun LEGO art in this special wall calendar that's perfect for your home or office.
Head to the a LEGO fan's dream come true, the LEGO House! Jesus Diaz gives an insider’s tour of the “home of the brick" and a peek at the amazing design and experiences within the destination near the LEGO headquarters in Denmark.
Chronicle Books Senior Editor Brittany McInerney shares “We are thrilled to announce this year’s line-up and our continued collaboration with The LEGO Group.During this challenging time, when so many of our lives look different, more people of all ages are turning to building with LEGO bricks. We want to offer them new ways of finding joy and creativity with the LEGO brand…”
You can head to lego.chroniclebooks.com to purchase or get preorder information for all the upcoming 2021 products.
So, maybe you can’t dress like Meghan Markle or Jessica Alba all the time, but lucky for mamas-to-be, Target just announced a collaboration with celeb-loved maternity line HATCH. The newly launched “The Nines by Hatch” line features affordable, comfy clothing that expecting moms can use up until the ninth month and beyond. We got a sneak peek at the collection (available Feb. 9th), and we’re so in love. Keep reading to find out more.
This Target collab is HATCH’s first diffusion line and features clothing like maxi dresses and overalls. “Since launching HATCH in 2011, it has been our mission to bring chic, solution-driven maternity essentials for women at all stages of motherhood,” Founder and CEO Ariane Goldman said. “Offering a Target-exclusive collection is a dream come true and allows us to reach and support even more mamas-to-be across the country in their quest to feel stylish, confident and comfortable through all nine months of pregnancy and beyond.”
The collection will be available starting Feb. 9th on target.com and 155 stores across the U.S. and will have 24 pieces available in sizes ranging from XS - XXL. Everything is priced from $26-$40. Even better, starting April 2021, “The Nines by Hatch” will release additional styles and items.
Take these touch and feel books for a spin with your little one today
Touch-and-feel books are more fun than ever, with opportunities to explore textures, hear sounds and even chew. These interactive storybooks are fun to read together and will keep your child occupied long enough that you can slip away to get something done. Bring them to doctor’s appointments, restaurants and on long car trips.
Poke-a-Dot: Old MacDonald’s Farm
This sturdy board book has buttons you press to count the animals on each page. Count down from 10 cows to 1 rooster as you and your child sing about how Old MacDonald had a farm. Depending on how your child pokes each button, it will make different clicking and popping noises, adding an element of surprise along with the language, counting and fine-motor-skill development.
Part of DK's Eco Baby series, this book is made from responsibly sourced, completely recyclable cardboard and contains no plastic. The books take place in different landscapes and uses sweet illustrations to ask kids to help locate animals at risk of extinction.
Zoom Space Adventure by Susan Hayes & Susanna Rumiz
Ava and her cat head into outer space to check out the International Space Station, ride in a moon buggy, find a Mars rover and more. A cool pop-up adds excitement and fun to the story as kids learn all about space.
From ears that are too tufty to a tail that is too prickly, each page offers a new dragon that’s not your baby’s—until the final spread. The dragon book is just one of the many titles in the That’s Not My series. Find a favorite for every personality, whether your little one prefers pandas, pirates or princesses.
Where Is Baby's Belly Button? A Lift-the-Flap Book by Karen Katz
Lift the flap to find where baby’s belly button, hands, eyes, and more are hiding. The illustrations are bright and eye-catching, and the peekaboo-style pages build excitement as readers anticipate what is under the flap. It offers teachable moments for babies to learn about different body parts in a fun way.
Who said you shouldn’t play with your food? Snack time becomes play time when you mix the iconic O-shaped cereal kids love with this interactive book. Let baby test out their pincer grasp by filling in the circular spaces with Cheerios to complete each picture.
Peek through the die-cut pages to guess who is peering at you. The simple rhymes are a play on the classic baby game of peekaboo. The book is full of silly wordplay, like when the cow says, “Peek a Moo!” And the last “Peek a YOU!” page lets baby see themselves in a mirror.
Sandra Boynton brings her signature humor and playful animal characters to the touch-and-feel style of books. The cover invites children to “touch, skritch, and tickle,” while the interior has an array of different textures for kids to explore. The eggs at the end hold an amusing surprise!
Touch, pull and sniff your way through this interactive exploration of animals. Tails introduces baby to concepts like counting and opposites in a way that engages many senses. Be sure to check out Matthew Van Fleet’s other reads, such as Alphabet, Heads and Fuzzy Yellow Ducklings, for more sensory fun.
This classic lift-the-flap book is a longtime favorite that continues to delight young readers. The refrain invites you to reveal what animal the zoo has sent in an attempt to find the perfect pet. Add in your own animal sounds for even more fun!
Wish your little one a good night on every page of this sweet book. The soothing feel of each animal’s fur is perfect for a low-key sensory experience at bedtime. Practice tucking in the character on the last page before tucking in your own bundle of joy.
Noisy Trucks (My First Touch and Feel Sound Book) by Tiger Tales
Give your mini-explorer a glimpse into the real world with the photographic visuals in the My First Touch and Feel Sound Book series. Truck sounds offer an auditory experience for babies and toddlers that goes beyond the typical touch-and-feel read. Discover trucks, farm animals, dinosaurs, and other noisy options with the different books in this series!
A day in the life of a baby is busy indeed! There is so much to touch, explore and see as you follow along with baby—from waking up to eating and playing throughout the day, and finally to bedtime. Build your baby’s vocabulary by reading all the little objects labeled throughout the colorful illustrations.
Busy Baby: Friends by Sarah Gillingham Turn that frown upside down! Little hands will be kept busy swiveling the face in the center of this book from sad to happy. Build up baby’s social and emotional skills as the characters navigate through the everyday happenings of sharing, making friends, and playing. Retro illustrations add to the distinct look of this book.
In honor of Pixar’s latest release, Soul, which follows the journey of musician Joe Gardner as he travels to the Great Before (while trying to make his way back to Earth), there’s been a release of cool products and gear that ranges from a play set and Funk Pop! figurines to blankets and more. We got a sneak peek at what’s hitting the market and pulled out our favorites. Keep reading to see our top picks for the best merchandise commemorating the release of Soul.
This note-perfect play set will strike a chord with your little one. Inspired by Disney and Pixar's Soul, this set includes 12 mini figures including Joe and feline friend Mr. Mittens in both earthly and soul forms.
22 might be a little disillusioned when it comes to life on Earth, but she might be just the key to getting Joe back to his body. This adorable Funko Pop version of the soul is an adorable addition to anyone’s collection.
The debut of Disney and Pixar’s Soul is fast approaching. If you can’t wait for Dec. 25, Disney+ just released an exclusive sneak peek of the critically acclaimed feature film. In the movie, Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx) is a middle-school band teacher who dreams of playing in the best jazz club in town. Filmmakers found they could relate to the character’s passion for music.
Director Pete Docter grew up in a musical family and plays the double bass. “My folks are both teachers and both musicians,” says Docter. “There are three kids and we all became musicians. I think my mom enjoyed having the Von Trapp family; when people would come over, we’d have to perform. My two sisters stuck with it—one is a cellist with the Metropolitan Opera, and the other one is violist and a teacher.”
Co-director Kemp Powers, who used to be a music writer, played the alto saxophone in a jazz band during high school. His affinity for jazz plays a big role in his personal life. “My son’s name is Mingus,” says Powers. “He’s named after Charles Mingus. A lot of us Gen Xers, particularly Black Gen Xers, fell in love with the bebop-era jazz artists—John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Charles Mingus, Miles Davis, of course Herbie Hancock. These guys were musical icons that—specifically in New York City—inform so much of the other big musical genre in the city, which is hip hop. The background tunes of my life are jazz and hip hop.”
“Life has so much to offer,” says Joe in the sneak peek. “We only have a short time on this planet. Don’t miss out on the joys of life. Remember to enjoy every minute of it.”
Disney and Pixar’s Soul also features the voices of Tina Fey, Phylicia Rashad, Donnell Rawlings, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, Angela Bassett and Daveed Diggs. The film is directed by Docter, co-directed by Powers and produced by Dana Murray. Jazz compositions & arrangements are by globally renowned musician and GRAMMY nominee Jon Batiste, while Oscar winners Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross (The Social Network) composed an original score.
What’s in your backyard? In Hulu’s adorable new children’s show, “the Mighty Ones” are taking on adventures that are larger than life.
Debuting on Mon., Nov. 9, The MightyOnes follows a twig, pebble, leaf and a strawberry––best friends living in an unkempt backyard. Mistaking the owners of the backyard as gods, these besties are headed off into wild adventures aplenty.
Now for your sneak peek! Keep scrolling to see the first viewing of the brand new show in this episode of “The Sappening.”
The series is a product of DreamWorks Animation and you can catch all the episodes of the first season only on Hulu.
If you were watching Monday Night Football on ESPN last night then you caught a sneak peek of Season 2 of The Mandalorian. Disney+ debuted an exciting special look during halftime of the National Football League game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Dallas Cowboys. The new season will start streaming on Fri., Oct. 30.
The new season finds the Mandalorian and the Child continuing their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies, as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the Galactic Empire.
The Mandalorian stars Pedro Pascal, with guest stars Gina Carano, Carl Weathers and Giancarlo Esposito. Directors for the new season include Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rick Famuyiwa, Carl Weathers, Peyton Reed and Robert Rodriguez. Showrunner Jon Favreau serves as executive producer along with Dave Filoni, Kathleen Kennedy and Colin Wilson, with Karen Gilchrist and Carrie Beck serving as co-executive producers. The writers for this season are Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and Rick Famuyiwa.
If you can’t wait for your Baby Yoda fix, then we have some good news for you. Star Wars and Disney+ just announced that the second season of The Mandalorian will hit the streaming service next month on Oct. 30, 2020.
“This is the day. New episodes start streaming Oct. 30 on #DisneyPlus. #TheMandalorian,” Disney+ shared on Instagram.
Every episode of The Mandalorian Season One is currently available for streaming on Disney+, along with Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian, which gives fans a peek behind the scenes of the first live-action Star Wars series.
If you weren’t dreaming about the day you could head back to Bayside High, one look at the new teaser trailer for the rebooted Saved by the Bell will change your mind.
Set to the tune “I’m So Excited,” we are anything but so, so scared as we get a peek into the glossier version of the 80’s and 90’s hit teen show. So far, the show is welcoming back Bayside alumni, Jessie Spano and A.C. Slater, plus plenty of fresh faces.
A Peacock exclusive, Saved By the Bell will follow along as Governor Zach Morris (right!?) launches a program that sends low-income high schoolers to the wealthy Pacific Palisades Bayside High. While filmed in a very different way than the original, which was produced in front of a live audience, the show appears to handle relevant social topics as it did back in the 90’s with a whole lot of comedy.
The new Saved By the Bell is only available on Peacock and starts streaming Aug. 15.
