While Sesame Street’s Big Bird is definitely one of a kind, it turns out he’s got plenty of cousins! In a recent post on Twitter, the beloved character reminisced about his fellow feathered family members––and he shared pics!

“I heard my friends on Twitter were asking about my cousins around the world! It’s true, I have a lot of bird cousins in different countries. Here’s a little bit about them,” shares Big Bird.

Big Bird shared photos from relatives in Mexico, the Netherlands, Turkey, Portgual and Brazil. While not every cousin made the lineup, fans from all over the world have weighed in with their childhood memories from episodes over the years.

Big Bird’s post has been shared more than 12,000 times and continue to garner replies with potential new additions to the cousin clan.

––Karly Wood

Feature photo: Courtesy of Sesame Street

 

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Llama Llama is back with this 37th book and his tooth is wiggling! The beloved character brought to life by author Anna Dewdney is embarking on a new journey and he’s taking readers along as he experiences his first loose tooth.

Llama Llama Loose Tooth Drama combines Dewdney’s own text with JT Morrow’s illustrations in the timeless way fans have loved for years. Llama Llama is a little nervous about losing his tooth, but he never expected it to all of a sudden be gone! What will happen and will the Tooth Fairy still come?

With rhyming text and humorous prose, the story helps kids everywhere handle losing their first tooth with excitement instead of fear. The beautiful picture book is one to add to your collection and enjoy for years to come.

You can pre-order the new book now on Amazon, with a release date of Nov. 17.

––Karly Wood

 

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Hello Kitty is an international pop culture icon and she sure is adorable! ALEX AND ANI has just launched an all-new Hello Kitty-inspired collection available exclusively on the website. Now you can take this beloved character with you wherever you go. 

Hello Kitty Alex and Ani

The collection consists of two Duo Charm Expandable Wire Bangles, a Pull Chain Bracelet, and an Adjustable Necklace. Available in silver and trendy rose gold finishes, each piece features an adorable charm of Hello Kitty herself. 

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of ALEX AND ANI

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If you can’t get enough Baby Yoda merch, you are in luck. Now you can outfit your little one in looks featuring your favorite little green guy. Freshly Picked just announced “The Child” Moccs, which are available for pre-order.

Mandalorian fans have had a busy week, with the announcement of new Baby Yoda toys and Build-A-Bear’s The Child plush, available later this spring. Now the littlest Star Wars fans can wear these itty bitty shoes adorned with this beloved character. 

The bottoms of the Moccs feature the Star Wars logo. These shoes retail between $45 and $65 depending on size.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Freshly Picked 

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When the late comedian Robin Williams’ daughter Zelda used the “Which Disney Character Are You?” filter something pretty special happened—the filter chose the Genie from Aladdin!

While most of us don’t stand a chance of getting our father’s character’s filter, Zelda clearly does. As most Disney, and Williams, fans know, the late actor voiced the beloved character in the 1992 iconic animated flick.

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The 30-year-old posted a clip of the Disney filter selection on Twitter recently—much to the delight of her father’s fans. Along with more than two million views, the video also garnered plenty of sweet responses.

One fan commented, “That’s awesome. Divine intervention for sure” and another wrote, “More like Pops saying hello.”

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Zelda Williams via Instagram 

 

 

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If your “wish” is to cruise the high seas with Disney, you’ll have an all-new option soon! Disney recently revealed that it’s adding a fifth ship, the Wish, to its Cruise Line.

What can you expect from the Wish? Like Disney Cruise Line’s other ships (the Fantasy, Wonder, Dream and Magic), the Wish will feature a beloved character adorning the stern—and this time it’s Rapunzel.

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According to Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek, in a press release, “There couldn’t be a better name for our incredible new ship because making wishes come true is part of the Disney DNA and is at the heart of so many of our cherished stories.” Chapek continued, “Each Disney Cruise Line ship is unique, with a name that embodies the excitement of sailing with Disney and the power of our stories.”

Along with the Rapunzel-themed stern, the Wish will feature a three-story atrium and plenty of amenities. Even though this new ship may make your wishes come true, you’ll have to wait until January 2022 for it to set sail.

Disney also announced a second island destination in the Bahamas. Construction on Lighthouse Point, located on the island of Eleuthera, will begin sometime between 2020 and 2023. Before breaking ground Disney will submit an Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management Plan for the Government of The Bahamas to review and accept.

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Disney

 

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When it comes to Mother’s Day, it’s near impossible to give the perfect gift that shows how much mom really means to you. No gift can compare to all the late nights and snuggle sessions, but a good book can come close! Whether the mom in your life loves a suspensful thriller or a quick inspirational poem, our roundup of Mother’s Day gift ideas has a little something for everyone.

When The Lights Go Out

Told in Mary Kubica's trademark mystery style, When The Lights Go Out ($5) is an intertwined tale of a mother's love and her daughter's quest to find her place in the world amidst a lifetime of secrets. Perfect as a Mother's Day gift, this book is hard to put down and will leave you running for a hug from your own mom.

Lost Roses: A Novel

Martha Hall Kelly's newest piece, Lost Roses: A Novel ($14) is a perfect historical fiction pick. Set as a prequel to her bestselling Lilac GirlsLost Roses is inspired by true events, and features the beloved character's mothers as they navigate World War I.

First Women: The Grace and Power of America's Modern First Ladies

Powerful females are center stage in First Women: The Grace and Power of America's Modern First Ladies ($6). An often overlooked position, the First Lady of the United States is explored in all her inspiration in this New York Times Bestseller. 

Where the Crawdads Sing

With over 30 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List and a similar ranking on the Amazon top seller list, Where the Crawdads Sing ($13) is an easy pick. Alone in a marsh for her entire adult life, a young woman battles a murder charge that lends itself to a beautiful tale of love, life and loss.

Educated: A Memoir

New York Times bestselling memoir, Educated ($15) by Tara Westover is a must-read. Following the footsteps of a young girl from a survivalist family in the mountains of Idaho, the true-life tale details Westover's first step into a classroom at the age of 17 and her insatiable thirst for knowledge.

Cat and Nat's Mom Truths: Embarrassing Stories and Brutally Honest Advice on the Extremely Real Struggle of Motherhood

True life besties and mom extraordinaires, Facebook moms Cat and Nat have released their first book all that's part memoir and part advice. Cat and Nat's Mom Truths: Embarrassing Stories and Brutally Honest Advice on the Extremely Real Struggle of Motherhood ($12) is all the things you love about the online community the Canadian moms have cultivated over the past few years, and will have you in tears of joy.

There Are Girls Like Lions: Poems About Being A Woman

The busy mom won't wait to be able to get their hands on this gorgeously illustrated collection of poems on womanhood. There Are Girls Like Lions ($12) is a 30-poem book is perfect for mothers, daughters, sisters and anyone who needs a little inspiration.

 

Love & Lemons Every Day Cookbook

For moms on a mission to feed healthy meals to their family, Love & Lemons Every Day Cookbook ($22) is the perfect gift. With over 100 new vegetarian recipes and gorgeous photos, the kids will hardly miss the meat in this plant-based collection.

 

––Karly Wood

Feature photo: Anthony Tran via Unsplash

 

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Your fave kids’ show just got some serious social media attention. When the Sesame Street Twitter account recently asked which of their “friends” you’d want with you if you were stranded on a deserted island, the internet had feelings on the matter.

So which fave friend did the Twitter-verse choose? The picks were mixed. One eager answer-er nominated Oscar for his trashcan of “useful junk.” But then took it back and picked Grover for his can-do attitude.

Another Twitter user also chose Grover, noting the Muppet’s ability to tie knots, build wooden structures and lay bricks.

Of course, food would turn into an issue. And this Twitter user had a solution by picking Cookie Monster.

Even though Oscar is a grouch, this Twitter user shows it’s possible to look past the grumpiness and see his resourceful side.

Some comments took to the darker side of things. Director Joss Whedon choose Super Grover for his ability to “get stuff done,” but also noted that the Muppet would provide plenty of food—in that “stranded on a deserted island with nothing to eat” sense. (Oh Joss, could we please go one plot without killing a beloved character? Please?)

While there’s no total yet, judging by the tweets it seems like your kiddo’s favorite red monster, Elmo, is in last place. But that could change at any time! Check out all the hilarious answers here on Twitter.

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Sesame Street via Instagram

 

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Grab your hats and marmalade and get ready for some fun, new adventures with the greatest Peruvian bear you’ll ever meet. Now every family can invite a bear into their homes, thanks to a new Paddington Bear TV series!

In partnership with Studiocanal, Nickelodeon will produce a brand new animated series about Paddington Bear. The new show will feature Ben Whishaw, the same talented voice behind the lovable little bear in the two Paddington Bear feature films. The new show will be aimed at a preschool audience.

“Paddington is such a beloved character for all of us at Studiocanal,” CEO Didier Lupfer said. “We are incredibly happy to be back in his world introducing new generations to his kindness, generosity and spirit.”

The new Paddington Bear series is set to debut later next year on Nickelodeon.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

 

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