The Little Engine That Could Review & GIVEAWAY

I was so pleased to have the opportunity to receive a copy of the gorgeous animated version of the beautiful story The Little Engine That Could.  We all grew up with The Little Engine That Could book, so its just brilliant it has been adapted so beautifully to animated movie format.

"The Little Engine That Could comes to life in an all-new feature length movie filled with fun and adventure! Hailed as; “A fun family film” Los Angeles Family Magazine. When Little Engine must leave Dreamland to deliver toys into the real world, she sets her fears aside and learns that with a little determination and courage, anything is possible. "

To be honest, I wasn't sure if my sons (4 and 5) would be very interested in The Little Engine That Could - I thought it would perhaps be more suited to the toddler age group.   But the boys were surprising captivated, perhaps by the amazing colours and lovely animation (when you see this movie for yourself, you will realise what I mean about the colours and animation, it is just beautifully made).  I for one loved the storyline, it is a feel good movie with a moral and lessons to be learnt.  My five year old loved the scary bits and the nightmare train, but be warned - younger children might be frightened in these bits.  Overall, its just a lovely innocent family movie that is a joy to watch.  I for one get a bit sick of all the violent movies and cartoons, so this is a refreshing change.

The Little Engine That Could is from Universal Studios and runs for 1hr 22mins  It is released on DVD today the 29th June 2011!

And we have three copies of The Little Engine That Could to give away to readers of this blog.

To enter, simply leave a comment here on this post and tell me why you and your children are looking forward to watching this movie.  If you are unable or do not wish to leave a comment you can send me a message via my Contact Form.

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Giveaway Conditions (please read):
~ Australian Entries only 
~ Be sure to leave your email address in your comment if your profile is protected - if I draw you as a winner but have no way of contacting you I will re-draw the prize.
~ Winners drawn randomly and notified by email.  Prize will be re-drawn if winner does not respond within 3 days.
~ Giveaway closes in one weeks time on Wednesday 6th July 2011 at 6pm (EST)
~ Prizes sent directly to winners from Universal Pictures