Family Movie Night with Netflix #StreamTeam

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Part of getting back into the swing of the school year includes getting our Friday night traditions up and running again. This consists of pizza for the family, so mom gets a break from cooking, followed by popcorn and a movie (or show) on Netflix. Generally we try to select something we have never seen before, but sometimes we like to pick an old favorite.

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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 Trailer

Gah! I am beyond excited for this movie! It has been a while so I think a reread of the book may be in order.

Parents Can Use Netflix to Teach Kids About Empathy #StreamTeam

I am a Netflix Stream Team member and have been given a Netflix membership to help facilitate my posts. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. 

With schools around the country either already starting or about to start any day now, this can be a good opportunity to talk to our kids about kindness and acceptance. Bullying is a worldwide problem, and not just amongst kids. Without a doubt we don't want our own children to fall victim to bullies. But just as importantly, I don't want my child to be the bully either. Talking to a child about how all people are different and everyone should be accepted and treated fairly is something everyone should do; and having the aid of a movie to lets kids visualize that can be very helpful.

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