These are ten great movies from the 80s that are great for younger children. The movies are all about different things, like love, friendship, and adventure.
SHORT CIRCUIT:
It tells the story of Number 5, an experimental military robot who is struck by lightning and gains sentience. He then goes on the run from the military who want to deactivate him.
THE NEVERENDING STORY:
The main character, Bastian, is a young boy who is bullied at school and has a lot of self-doubt.
He escapes into a world where he is the hero and saves the day
THE LITTLE MERMAID:
The Little Mermaid tells the story of Ariel, a mermaid who wants to become human so she can live on land with her true love, Eric. Ariel makes a deal with Ursula, the evil sea witch, to become human for three days.
AN AMERICAN TAIL:
An American Tail is a great movie for kids because it teaches them about the immigrant experience. The main character, Fievel, is a young mouse who is separated from his family and must find his way in a new country.
THE LAND BEFORE TIME:
The Land Before Time teaches kids the value of friendship. The main characters are a group of dinosaurs who must work together to find their way back to their families.