What to watch on Netflix over school holidays (+ cool follow-up activities)

With summer right around the corner, Netflix lets you know what your kiddos will want to be watching over school holidays. And did we mention we’re giving away FIVE 6-month memberships?

In case you’ve exhausted our list of outdoor adventures (and rainy day activities) but you still need to keep the rugrats occupied, our friends at Netflix have suggested some of their most popular original content and age-appropriate movies to keep kiddos entertained this summer. And they’ve even gone the extra mile to suggest companion follow-up activities – how helpful!

Larva (PG): Two curious worms spend their days investigating the otherworldly objects that fall through the grate into their subterranean world

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Bee Movie (PG): Barry, a worker bee stuck in a dead-end job making honey, sues humans when he learns they’ve been stealing bees’ nectar all along

Then you should… Take them to a local park

The Magic Schoolbus (G): Join Ms. Frizzle as the Magic School Bus travels to outerspace, under the sea, through an anthill – even inside the human body!

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Project MC² (PG): Teenage spy McKeyla teams up with three other super-smart girls to become secret agents who use their science and tech skills to save the day. Also recommended by our Girls in Tech guru Crystal!

Then you should… Take them to the Natural History Museum or ScienceCentre

Madgascar (PG): When the ship they’re on capsizes, a lion, zebra, giraffe and hippo from a zoo become stranded on Madagascar, an island populated by oddballs.

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Kong: King of the Apes (G): In 2050, an evil scientist is about to unleash an army of robotic dinosaurs. Now it’s up to Kong and friends to fight back and save the day.

Then you should… Take them to one of Singapore’s many places to spot wildlife

Shrek (PG): On a mission to retrieve a princess from a fire-breathing dragon, gruff ogre Shrek teams up with an unlikely compatriot – a wisecracking donkey.

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Transformers Prime (PG): With the help of three human allies, the Autobots once again protect Earth from the onslaught of the Decepticons and their leader, Megatron.

Then you should… Visit Universal Studios

Second Chance (PG): A gymnast lacks the confidence she needs to reach the top, but with the help of her new coach, she has the chance to win a spot on the national team.

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The Short Game (PG): Fiercely competitive athletes are determined to become champions on one of the world’s toughest golf courses. And they’re still in grade school!

Then you should… Take up a new outdoor sport

The SpongeBob Square Pants Movie (G): When Mr. Krabs is accused of stealing King Neptune’s crown, SpongeBob and Patrick set out on a wild adventure to prove his innocence.

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Shark Tale (G): A small fish with big aspirations and a great white shark with a surprising secret form an unlikely friendship.

Then you should… Visit the S.E.A. Aquarium

Care Bears & Cousins (G): The whole huggable gang is back, bringing tales of caring and sharing to a new generation!

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My Little Pony (G): Journey to the enchanted land of Equestria, where unicorn Twilight Sparkle and her pals have adventures and learn valuable lessons about friendship.

Then you should… Sign up for a teddy bear-making workshop

Lost & Found Music Studios (G): Teen singer-songwriters in an elite music program form bonds of friendship, creativity, and romance while turning their passion into their profession.

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Alvin and the Chipmunks (PG): Alvin and the Chipmunks meet their future manager – a struggle songwriter named Dave Seville – for the first time in this animated feature.

Then you should… Have a karaoke party

Whew! We’re exhausted just thinking about al those activities, mama. Every little bit of inspiration helps – enjoy the school holidays!

Don’t have Netflix yet? We’re giving away FIVE FREE 6-MONTH MEMBERSHIPS this month – just enter your deets in the form below for your chance to win. And if you can’t wait that long, sign up today for a free trial (and just see if the kids let you get rid of it!).

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