Ranking, deconstructing, and thinking about movies based on books, TV shows based on comics, plays based on cartoons, musicals based on toys, etc.

Great Adaptations

Lists of movies to turn on for the whole family on sick days, snow days, bad days, and good days—because a little screentime never hurt anybody.

What the Kids Are Watching

Entertainment

These days, parents are spoiled for choice when it comes to <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-movies-for-kids" target="_blank">entertainment for their kids</a>. Whether it&#39;s the newest superhero movie for the older kids, or Pixar&#39;s latest hit, there are more options than ever. But writers have been entertaining kids since long before movies ever existed, and there are hundreds, if not thousands, of amazing stories available at the click of a button.

Not only are these movies based on kids books fun, funny and exciting, they can be a wonderful gateway to the world of reading for younger kids. Child development specialists have been vocal about the <a href="https://www.choa.org/medical-services/wellness-and-preventive-care/parent-resources/all/reading-benefits-kids-teens" target="_blank">benefits of reading</a> for children of all ages, and there are numerous studies linking reading to increased brain health and better social skills.

If you&#39;re curious what book adaptation films can kids watch, you&#39;ve come to the right place. All of these movies are rated G or PG, and are suitable for most children.

So if you&#39;re looking for good book adaptation movies for kids, you&#39;ve come to the right place! Whether it&#39;s Dr. Seuss or JK Rowling, here are some great films that will entertain both you and your kids. Feel free to add items, and don&#39;t forget to vote up the very <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/tags/best-movies?ref=internalCrossLinking_tag">best movies</a> for kids based on books!

The Best Kids Movies Based On Books

Film

The Best Book Adaptation Films For Kids, Ranked

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Culture

We're not crying… you're crying! There are so many <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/saddest-2010s-disney-moments/jessica-bedewi">Disney moments</a> that make parents cry. It turns out that being at the forefront of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/animated-movies-that-make-you-cry/jtdesaulnier">animated film</a> for nearly a hundred years has given the House of Mouse more than a handful of scenes that just hit you a little bit differently when you grow up.Remember when Dumbo's mom rocks him in her trunk while trapped behind bars? Or when Mulan's father throws the priceless gifts given to his family by the emperor to the ground to embrace his daughter? Or when Max and Goofy have a heartwarming reconciliation over a cup of soup in A Goofy Movie? Animated Disney flicks may lack the tear-jerking nature of something like Schindler's List, but that doesn't mean they don't have moments that tug at your heartstrings.&nbsp;

12 Disney Moments That Hit Different When You’re A Parent

T.W. Mitchell

School

Back-to-school season can bring up a mix of emotions. Parents are happy they'll have some alone time during the day, while kids are nervous about what the new school year ahead will bring. Thankfully, people are documenting their emotions during the tumultuous time on Twitter, and we've rounded up our favorite tweets. Check them out and vote up your faves!

20 Tweets About Back-To-School Season That Pretty Much Sum Up The Chaos

General

Jane LaCroix

Parenting

Which athletes gave birth to new babies&nbsp;in 2022?&nbsp;This list is all about celebrating the athletes who had kids in 2022. If you&#39;re the sports and pop culture expert in your group, you may want to bookmark this list as your resource for sports figures who had babies in 2022. We&#39;ll keep track of all of the famous babies born in 2022&nbsp;- NBA babies, NFL babies, baseball babies, nascar babies, golf babies, tennis babies, and so on.&nbsp;What 2022 sports stars had kids this year?

Kicking off this list of the latest athlete babies in 2022 is former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson (nee Ochocinco).&nbsp;He and wife Sharelle Rosado, star of Selling Tampa,&nbsp;welcomed a baby girl, just days into the new year. Former US figure skating legend Michelle Kwan was also among the pregnant athletes, until she gave birth to a daughter in January.

Some sports stars like to keep their children out of the spotlight, and opt not to release the child&#39;s name or photos of their beautiful athlete babies. In addition to the information on the latest athlete&nbsp;births, this list also features details about the athlete&nbsp;baby&#39;s&nbsp;famous parent or parents.

Be sure to check back for any updates, such as pictures of your favorite sports stars&#39;&nbsp;2022&nbsp;athlete baby.&nbsp;

Athletes Who Had Kids In 2022

Athlete

Athletes Who Had Babies in 2022

Pat Alexander

Toddlers

Although many parents limit screen time for children under a certain age, many also choose fun and educational shows for their babies to watch. When it comes to the best shows for babies to watch, it’s good if there are more than bright colors and fun songs. If you’ve been looking for the best TV shows that are appropriate for kids under 2 years old to watch, this list of the best television shows for babies has fun and educational series that will entertain and enrich little ones.Many of the best shows for babies teach words and introduce language skills - Martha Speaks, Ni Hao, Kai-Lan, and Sesame Street all use repetition with new words to expand your little ones' vocabulary. Other great television series for babies are just pleasant to watch and gently share facts about everything from science to social interaction, like Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and Handy Manny.Which TV shows for babies are worth the screen time? Vote up the best shows for babies, then vote down the shows that aren’t any good for their age group and add any good shows for babies that are missing.

Good TV Shows for Babies

TV Program

The Best TV Shows For Babies and Infants to Watch

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2022

New year, new life. This list will catalog all of the celebrities expecting babies in 2022. If you&#39;re a pop culture fanatic, you may want to bookmark this list to keep up with the celerity pregnancies of 2022.&nbsp;

Celebrity pregnancy news will include the pregnant stars right now, as well as a little information about the couple. One of the first pregnant celebrities of 2022 is Nicolas Cage&#39;s wife Riko Shibata. The couple, who tied the knot in February 2021, revealed they were expecting their first child together in January of 2022 - kicking off the new year with a bang! This list will be updated continually, so you can always know about the celebrities that are pregnant right now.&nbsp;

This list of all of the celebrities expecting babies in 2022&nbsp;will be updated throughout the year.&nbsp;Read on for all of the current famous people pregnant.

Celebrity Pregnancies 2022

Recent Celebrity Pregnancies: All Pregnant Celebrities In 2022

Jules Burke

Stars: They're just like us! Havin' babies, pushin' swings, raisin' hellraisers, and givin' advice.

Celebrity Parents

Start the year off positive, with this list featuring news&nbsp;of celebrity babies!&nbsp;Forget celebrity gossip;&nbsp;this list is all about celebrating celebrities who recently had babies in 2022. If you&#39;re the&nbsp;walking IMDb in your group, you may want to bookmark this list as your resource for celebs who had babies in 2022. We&#39;ll keep track of all of the famous babies born in 2022.

Kicking off this list of the latest celebrity babies news in 2022 are&nbsp;Selling Tampa&nbsp;star Sharelle Rosado and Chad &quot;Ochocinco&quot; Johnson, who welcomed their daughter Serenity Paula Johnson.&nbsp;They&nbsp;shared news of their 2022&nbsp;celebrity baby via their respective Instagram accounts, as well as a piece on&nbsp;Page Six. This list will keep up with the celebs expecting babies in 2022.

Some stars like to keep their children out of the spotlight, and opt not to release the child&#39;s name or photos of their beautiful celebrity babies. In addition to the information on the latest celebrity births, this list also features details about the celeb baby&#39;s&nbsp;famous parent or parents, and their relationship.

Be sure to check back for updates regarding pregnant celebrities due in 2022.&nbsp;

Celebrity Babies Who Were Born In 2022

Celebrity Babies Born In 2022

Look: you can be as skeptical as you want, but these stories really happened.

Can't Make This Stuff Up

Over on Reddit, people are sharing the most extreme examples of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/kids-of-helicopter-parents-horror-stories/damon-davis/" target="_blank">overbearing parenting </a>they&#39;ve ever witnessed. Vote up the stories that made you say, &quot;WTF?&quot;

20 Of The Most Extreme Examples Of Helicopter Parenting That Made Us Say, 'WTF?'

Damon Davis

Ranking the best, worst, most creative, and funniest Halloween costumes you'll ever see.

Who Will You Be for Halloween?

Great geeky Halloween costumes for moms and dads are great, but why not improve them with the addition of your child?&nbsp;Here you will find nerdtastic&nbsp;parent/kid&nbsp;costumes to rope your&nbsp;children into wearing with you this Halloween. Maybe they&#39;re a baby and won&#39;t know the difference, or maybe you&#39;re tricking a moody teen into spending time with you.&nbsp;No matter the case, and whether you&#39;re a&nbsp;Whovian, Trekkie, Potterhead, or all around nerd family, you&#39;ve come to the perfect place to get your tiny tot started with the best geek chic look ever.&nbsp;Check out these nerdy and geeky Halloween costumes for parents and kids and vote up the parents nailing it with their children props.

If this list has got you inspired, check out more ideas for family costumes <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/family-halloween-costume-with-toddler/samantha-dillinger" target="_blank">with a toddler</a>, or <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/family-halloween-costume-with-baby/samantha-dillinger" target="_blank">with a baby</a>.

Awesome Parent/Kid Costumes for Nerdy Moms and Dads Everywhere

Bridget Fitzgerald

Netflix

Despite all the books and guides out there, no one really knows what quite to expect when you&#39;re expecting. But the best Netflix movies about pregnancy are here for you!&nbsp;Pregnancy is certainly a wild ride, and those who experience it are undoubtedly strong people. You know who really have&nbsp;it the hardest though? Pregnant women in movies. These characters have to go through the ups and downs of pregnancy while dealing with all sorts of external issues: disapproving parents, violently jealous exes, and in some cases, an actual apocalypse. If you&#39;re wondering where to watch movies about pregnancy, look no further than <a href="/list/best-movies-on-netflix-instant/ranker-streaming" target="_blank">Netflix</a>.&nbsp;

Whether you want a snarky comedy or a heart-rending tale of love and loss, there are plenty of pregnancy films on Netflix that fit the bill. Whether you happen to be pregnant or know someone who is, these movies can offer a source of humor, entertainment, and even comfort in knowing you&#39;re not alone. While some of these movies take place under pretty drastic circumstances (looking at you,&nbsp;How It Ends), you&#39;ll find plenty of moments to relate to in these films.

Keep reading to learn more about the best pregnancy movies&nbsp;on Netflix, and vote up the ones you think are the best!

15 Good Netflix Movies About Pregnancy

The 15 Best Movies About Pregnancy On Netflix

Jason  Bancroft

"You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have." -Maya Angelou

Gettin' Crafty

The age of three is so much fun! Kids are learning colors and numbers and easy motor skills. Because of all these &quot;new things&quot; they're getting into, you'll want to make sure that you keep them busy with lots of activities and crafts. This list of good crafts for 3 year olds is full of colorful and creative ideas!There are tons of craft ideas for three year olds that are not only fun, but also educational, and super easy for both you and your child! From painting with dot paint and potatoes, to crushing up old sidewalk chalk to make new art, your three year old will love the arts and crafts on this list.&nbsp;Crafts are a fun way to keep those little 3 year old hands busy. These art projects are also great educational opportunities. Learn about how a rainbow is formed as you build a rainbow mobile or create a homemade bird feeder while also talking about the different birds that live in your neighborhood. These crafts are full of opportunities to teach your three year old about the world around them.So it's time to get creative! Check out this list of good crafts for 3 year olds and upvote the ones that are the most fun and create the most smiles!

Good Crafts for 3-Year-Olds

15 Easy Craft Ideas for Three Year Old Children

Jessica Lawshe

Children's Books

Do you remember The Boxcar Children? This series of children&#39;s novels by&nbsp;Gertrude Chandler Warner&nbsp;seems innocuous or even charming on the surface. But&nbsp;The Boxcar Children, initially&nbsp;published in 1924 and revised in 1942,&nbsp;is a&nbsp;truly <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/terrifying-childrens-books/april-a-taylor" target="_blank">terrifying series for kids</a>. The&nbsp;books follow&nbsp;a family of four precocious orphans as they make their way through the world while living in a railroad boxcar and fending for themselves.

Many of the plot points in the initial book&nbsp;and subsequent&nbsp;novels (<a href="https://www.boxcarchildren.com/books/" target="_blank">more than 150 titles</a>) are straight-up dark. Included in the storyline is a father who struggles with substance use and a possible zombie outbreak. So,&nbsp;don&rsquo;t let anyone tell you the Alden family (better known as the Boxcar Children) was&nbsp;ever entirely wholesome. This series has always included&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/stories-from-the-book-scary-stories-to-tell-in-the-dark/christopher-myers" target="_blank">frightening</a><a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/stories-from-the-book-scary-stories-to-tell-in-the-dark/christopher-myers" target="_blank"> undertones</a>, and maybe that&#39;s part of the appeal to&nbsp;readers young and old.&nbsp;

‘The Boxcar Children’ Series Was A Lot Darker Than You Might Remember

‘The Boxcar Children’ Was A Lot Darker Than You Might Remember

Jacob Shelton

Lists for all parents trying their hardest to raise happy, emotionally healthy, successful children—or, at least, to keep the kids alive while maintaining some modicum of sanity.

Raising Little People

Which TV shows about parenting do you think are best? While there are countless manuals, books, and detailed guides people can pick up to help them learn proper parenting techniques, some of us just turn on the TV. Television series about parenting have been around since stations first started broadcasting programs and that&#39;s simply due to the fact that they&#39;re both relatable and highly entertaining. Plus, people who watch television tend to be (or will become) a parent at one time in their lives. And while these shows aren&#39;t necessarily guides to parenting, watching how best to do it and what not to do has certainly helped more than a few families evolve&nbsp;over the years.

Finding the best parenting shows to watch is all about what kind of person you are and how you raise your family. Watching a show like Fox&#39;s&nbsp;Married... With Children&nbsp;might be a better indicator on how&nbsp;not&nbsp;to raise kids, while more recent shows like&nbsp;Modern Family&nbsp;focus on more positive aspects of child-rearing. Then you have some <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/tv-parents-whose-children-should-be-taken-away/christinatedesco" target="_blank">TV parents who shouldn&#39;t have kids</a>,&nbsp;but we can just be glad it&#39;s not real life.&nbsp;Whatever your preference, there are plenty of good parenting series to choose from and this list compiles the best of them all.&nbsp;

Featuring some of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/favorite-tv-moms-of-all-time-v3" target="_blank">best TV moms</a>&nbsp;to date, as well as <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/womansday_s-top-10-tv-dads-of-all-time" target="_blank">TV dads we&#39;d love to have</a>, check out the&nbsp;recommendations below, vote up the best shows about parenting and see where your favorites rank.

The Greatest TV Shows About Parenting

The 50+ Best TV Shows About Parenting, Ranked by Fans

We all love our kids. We all encourage them to do what they love no matter what that is. However, it is the best-kept parent secret that there are things we all hate doing. It's okay to say it. It makes you human! Thanks to this <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://twitter.com/clhubes/status/1544815787743100929">Twitter thread</a>, we collected a list of tweets brought to you by parents who shared their deepest, darkest secrets about what they hate doing with their kids. Vote up the things you also can't stand.

Parents Are Breaking Their Silence And Finally Sharing What They Hate Doing With Their Kids

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Funny

Whether you have kids or not, you've probably heard of the kid's show, CoComelon. While it's safe to say young kids are obsessed with the show (which can now be found on Netflix), some parents and guardians are high-key annoyed. Check out these funny tweets and vote up the funniest ones!

A Kid's Show On Netflix Is Driving Parents Insane But The Tweets Are Top Tier

Awkward & Cringey

No matter what your relationship with your parents is like, you&#39;ve probably had&nbsp;at least one cringeworthy experience with them. Common in real life, moments where parents intentionally or unintentionally humiliate their kids pop up all the time in kids&#39; movies.

One of the most embarrassing kids&#39; movie moments in recent history <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/turning-red-relatable-posts/raelyn-giansanti" target="_blank">comes from&nbsp;Turning Red</a>. The moment where Mei&#39;s mother Ming marches into Daisy Mart and shows Devon her very private drawings of him while yelling at him for sullying her innocence is excruciating. Another painful moment comes from&nbsp;Frozen -&nbsp;the last thing anyone would want is to listen to their whole family doing a choreographed song about their personal flaws.&nbsp;

Which of these moments makes you want to crawl under a rock?&nbsp;

12 Cringiest Parent Moments In Kids' Movies

12 Times Parents Made You Cringe In Kids' Movies

Anna Lindwasser

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Lists about films and TV shows told by the visuals-intensive medium that allows storytellers to weave fantastical legends told by unforgettable characters.

Animation Mania

Animated TV

There have been many fantastic animated TV shows throughout the history, but which ones are the best? Some people think that cartoons are just for children (just check out our list of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-kids-cartoons/ranker-tv" target="_blank">best kids&#39; cartoons</a>), but there are many that have frequent themes that even adults will enjoy. From classic <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-animated-series-ever-made?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">animated series</a> like &quot;Looney Tunes,&quot; &quot;The Flintstones,&quot; and &quot;The Jetsons&quot; to the modern day hits of &quot;The Simpsons&quot; and &quot;South Park,&quot; there are many great cartoons available. Both classic cartoons and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-current-animated-series/ranker-tv" target="_blank">current animated series </a>make this list of the best cartoons of all time.&nbsp;For anime, check out these lists of the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time">best anime series</a> and&nbsp;the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time">best superhero anime</a> of all time..

The cartoon was created during the silent movie era as a short that was shown before movies. They gained even more popularity when the talkies came around, most notable of these were made by the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/walt-disney-facts/coy-jandreau?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Walt Disney</a> company and Warner Bros with &quot;Merry Melodies&quot; (which later became &quot;Looney Tunes&quot;). With the invention of the television, cartoons and animated programs finally found a realm in which to flourish.

This is a list of the best cartoons of all time, including series <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-popular-cartoon-year-you-were-born/mallory-weiler" target="_blank">from years past</a> and ones that are still going today. Vote up your favorite or make your own version.

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The Flintstones

The Best Cartoons of All Time

The Best Cartoons & Animated Shows Of All Time, Ranked

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Family Entertainment

These are the best Saturday morning cartoons from the &#39;80s and &#39;90s. Thankfully, with the advent of the DVD, the DVR, and even VHS tapes, Soul Train can&#39;t ruin our fun anymore. Rank your favorite &#39;80s cartoons and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-10-cartoons-of-the-90s?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">90s cartoon shows</a>, from the original TMNT to Bucky O&#39;Hare. What were your favorite &#39;80s and &#39;90s cartoons? These awesome Saturday morning cartoons, voiced by <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/famous-childhood-cartoon-voice-actors/math-erao" target="_blank">some fantastic and recognizable actors</a>, made weekends just the best. Seeing them now instantly brings back glorious memories of those carefree, childhood days.

This &#39;90s cartoons list also includes some great mid 1980s cartoons that you surely enjoyed. But which on this &#39;90s cartoons list were the best?&nbsp;For which did you save your bowl of sugary, soggy cereal so you could enjoy them both at the same time? Which ones had the toys that you received as gifts only from misguided aunts and uncles and then later threw in your closet never to play with again? Did you prefer the more <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/extreme-childrens-cartoons-you-forgot-about/matthew-ludwinski" target="_blank">oddball,&nbsp;extreme&nbsp;cartoons</a>?

This list of the best Saturday morning cartoons of the &#39;80s and &#39;90s includes classics with awesome theme songs and persistent franchises as well as single-season cartoon series that will make you be like, &quot;Oh yeah, I remember that!&quot; Click rerank below to make your own version of this list and vote up the best &#39;90s <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/my-favorite-cartoons-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">cartoon TV shows</a> below!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

The Best Saturday Morning Cartoons for Mid-'80s to '90s Kids

The Best '80s & '90s Saturday Morning Cartoons, Ranked by Fans

Lists about all types of good boys and girls for the people who want to pet every single one of them.

Must Love Dogs

Pets

Dogs have been featured in films since the dawn of cinema. The best dog movies ever feature cute pups that the audience can connect with. As they say, dog is man&#39;s best friend. If an audience doesn&#39;t like anyone in the cast, then they&#39;ll at least like the dog &ndash; this is especially important in good dog movies for kids. Unlike other animals, canines are easily trained, and therefore ideal for motion picture production. This Hollywood dog movie list includes all types of dogs. So your favorite breed is probably included. For more movie ideas&nbsp;check out our <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-disney-movies-starring-dogs/ranker-film" target="_blank">Disney dog movies list</a>&nbsp;or our list of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dog-movies-for-kids/ranker-film" target="_blank">dog movies for kids</a>. You can also check out our lists of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-anime-on-netflix-v1/ranker-anime">anime shows</a> and the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-comedies-on-netflix-instant/polkadotking">best comedies on Netflix</a> and even the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dog-names-from-movies/pet-project" target="_blank">best names for dogs from movies</a>.

101 Dalmatians

The Greatest Dog Movies Of All Time

The All-Time Best Dog Movies, Ranked by Fans

Lists about and ranking the best, worst, most interesting, and most surprising names of real people, normal and famous.

What's In a Name?

Lifestyle

This is a list of the worst celebrity baby names to ever be inked on legal birth certificates. Fame does strange things to people, and these weird celebrity baby names might be a sign that some of these actors, musicians, and socialites have let the money, popularity, and power go to their heads. Most are even repeat offenders, as those celebs who name their kids dumb things&nbsp;often do it to all of their kids. Any publicity is good, right? Unfortunately for Rocket, Camera, Muziq, and Kal-El, the other kids in kindergarten aren&#39;t generally impressed by <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/worst-baby-names-of-all-time/carly-kiel?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">bad baby names</a>.

What are the most ridiculous celebrity baby names? You may think Moxie, Zephyr, and Ocean are cool baby names, and that&#39;s fine, just vote down the ones you like and vote up the ones you think are bordering on child abuse. Some of the odd celebrity baby names are long, like Heavenly Hiraani Tiger Lily Hutchence Geldof, while others are short, like North West. Check out the funny kid names below, and be sure to vote up the ones you find craziest.

To&nbsp;keep track of other crazy, bizarre, <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/top-10-dumbest-celebrity-quotes-of-the-decade/elaineyo?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword" target="_blank">dumbest celebrity</a> kid names and celebrity baby news, keep an eye on this list of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-babies-2021/calistylie" target="_blank">celebrity babies born in 2021</a>.