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Shaun The Sheep Movie:
Our Next Family Date Night
Like most family’s ours seems to be constantly on the go. This summer has been especially crazy for us, but we’re looking forward to slowing down over the next few weeks and getting back into our school schedule mode.
Before we do that and to celebrate the return of my oldest son from his summer vacation we are planning a family date night. We strive to have a family date night on a bi-monthly basis. While we don’t always do costly activities (have you taken a family of 5 to the movies lately?), my younger two children are very excited about the upcoming release of the Shaun the Sheep Movie on August 5th (earlier than the anticipated August 7th date!).
Shaun the Sheep Movie is geared for ages 4 – 10. My (soon-to-be) 14 year old was outvoted on movie choices but I believe the Claymation will win him over. From the previews we’ve seen, the movie is full of rich textures that his artistic mind will love!
The story line already has my younger two excited to see the Shaun the Sheep Movie and what’s not to love about adorable characters getting into mischief while having fun together as friends? (Reminds me a lot of my 3 little ones and the fun they have together!) Shaun and his friends decide they need a day off and a series of mix-ups lands them in the Big City. As they are working to get back to the farm examples of teamwork and leadership are being taught at the same time.
With a run time of 84 minutes, the movie is the perfect length for my 4 and 7-year-old to not get antsy in. Of course, we’ll go to the earliest show possible to ensure we don’t cross over into lunch or nap-time which could lead to a case of cranky kiddos (and parents!).
To assist with summer reading and sibling bonding, the Shaun the Sheep Movie book series is great for early readers.
Now for some fun! I would love to give one of you a Shaun the Sheep Movie Prize Pack that includes:
One (1) Shaun the Sheep Movie Children’s T-Shirt
One (1) Shaun the Sheep Movie Adult’s T-Shirt
One (1) Shaun the Sheep Movie Headband
One (1) book from the Shaun the Sheep Movie book series
One (1) Shaun the Sheep Movie poster, and
One (1) Serta Sheep Plush.
Simply comment below with your favorite family date night ideas and whether or not your family plans on seeing Shaun the Sheep. Entries will be accepted through 11:59 PM EST Friday, August 7th and winner will be selected using Random.org.
Good Luck!
Rebecca Swenor says
This looks like a great movie and I can’t wait to see this one. My nephews and niece would totally love this one for sure. It has an awesome message behind it too. Thanks for sharing.
Krystal's Kitsch says
We are definitely heading to this flick. We need a big popcorn bucket and a sweet treat at the theater when we do!
Chubskulit Rose says
We haven’t seen a good movie in a while and this sounds like a good one for kids. I will check out if I can buy one to watch at home.
Michelle Varga (@dustbunniesblog) says
This sounds like such a fun movie! Anytime my son sees any of the advertisements for Shaun the sheep he gets so excited!
Tiffany says
We have movie night on Fridays. I think that my littles would love this movie! Is this the sheep from the mattress commercials?
Tatanisha Pitts-Worthey says
We’ve watched Shaun the Sheep series countless of times, even played the online games too! We’re diffidently going to watch the movie!
Jesica Helgren (@themommybunch) says
My kids get such a kick out of this show! We love movie night, with popcorn and pillows on the floor!
ascendingbutterfly says
No little ones, so don’t worry about entering me, when I was little we would play board games on family date night, now that we are all older, my cousins, aunties, mom and friends all still get together to play games but now it’s on the Wii, we like the dance games and the singing games best so we can talk smack and tease the heck out of each other. But sometimes we will do the zumba, fitness or sports games too!
The Trophy WifeStyle says
Ooo this movie looks wayyy too cute!! I bet my daughter would absolutely love it. We will have to check it out!
Ourfamilyworld says
The girls have seen the trailer. They love it and they are looking forward to seeing this movie.
Cara (@StylishGeek) says
I haven’t thought much about this movie, but after reading your blog post I am curious! It’s the perfect movie to bring my little nieces and nephews to! Thanks for sharing!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This is going to be such a cute movie. I am going to take my friends little girls to see it.
lisa says
I can’t wait to see this movie with my kids. I love all of these shows and this movie looks hysterical.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
I know this Shaun the Sheep character. What amazes me is the genius that goes into creating the CGIs. I cannot even fathom the work done to make a movie. This is a must watch for me, and of course, my kids too.
CaliforniaPretty says
I’m actually really looking forward to seeing this movie 🙂 It looks adorable and I really claymation movies because they are always so intricate and detailed. Your kids are gonna love it!
Joanne T Ferguson says
This looks to be such a fun, family movie! This is on my list to watch for date night!
katehardin says
I just heard about this movie today. I must have been living under a rock… well maybe my computer. It looks really cute.
poshjournal (@MyPoshJournal) says
I watch the screening! So in love with this movie. My kids were so happy
Liz Mays says
This movie is getting such great reviews. I can’t wait to see it for the first time!
jmanandmillerbug says
Both of my boys are so excited about this movie and I have to be honest, I am too! It looks like a perfect family movie that we all can enjoy together.
Megan Elford says
What a fun movie! I bet it’s a great one. I hadn’t heard of Shaun the Sheep before this, but now I can’t wait to see it with my kids!
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
I have seen a few commercials for this movie and we definitely want to go see it. It looks really cute.
Alli says
I’ve heard such great things about this movie. I’ll have to take the grandkids. I’m sure they will love it.
Christy Maurer says
We are for sure going to watch Shaun the Sheep. It looks adorable! I’ve been taking my kids to more movies lately just because they’re getting older and will be leaving me soon! 🙁
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Shaun the Sheep looks like a ton of fun. It’s perfect for my kids, AND it’s perfect for me. I love claymation.
Diana Lucretia Stanhope says
Lately for our family night we have been coloring to start, mommy and daddy even have some cool adult coloring books and then we watch a movie after but since we are so relaxed we usually all asleep and end up having a family camp out in the living room.
We do plan on seeing this, the girls are so excited about it.
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Laura Smith says
We like to watch a movie at home with a big bowl of popcorn. Sometimes we play games before or after the movie. We will probably be missing the movie.
G K says
We pick a movie or TV show to watch, pick up some takeout, and sit on the couch with our dogs. Simple and fun. I think themed movie nights and treats would be great for younger kids. I’m not sure if we’ll be seeing it or not, but it looks really cute!