11 Kids’ Books and Movies That Make Us Cry Like Babies

Hey there! So, if you’re gearing up for a long holiday weekend and your plans include some good old-fashioned sobbing, you’re in luck. Here’s a roundup of kids’ movies and books that will definitely tug at your heartstrings and leave you weeping. You’ve been warned!

Movies

Bambi

This iconic Disney film from 1942 was my very first cinematic experience at just five years old. The moment a hunter suddenly takes Bambi’s mother away, I felt my little heart shatter right there in the theater.

Up

The opening montage of this charming 2009 Pixar film packs an emotional punch. You only get to know the widower and his wife for a brief moment, yet their love and loss strike a chord so deep, it feels intensely personal.

Finding Nemo

When Nemo gets separated from his dad, Marlin, in the vast ocean, any parent who has ever lost sight of their child, even for a second, feels a gut-wrenching panic. Seriously, keep some tissues handy!

The Lion King

Good luck watching the heartbreaking scene where Mufasa sacrifices himself to save Simba. Watching a child process that moment is both painful and profound—especially when Scar betrays him. Just try not to cry.

Toy Story 3

Forget about the incinerator scene; it’s the ending where Andy gives away his beloved toys that really hits hard. I can’t help but ugly cry every time we watch this bittersweet farewell, and I’m not even sorry about it.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

E.T. lying lifeless among the rocks is gut-wrenching. The emotional goodbye between him and Elliott is something that never fails to leave me (and my kids) in tears. They even woke up with swollen eyes the next day!

Books

The Velveteen Rabbit

Margery Williams’s timeless story about a cherished toy rabbit facing his fate is a classic tear-jerker. The transformation into a real bunny is uplifting, reminding us of the hope we all feel for one last encounter with loved ones.

The Giving Tree

Shel Silverstein’s tale divides readers, but many find themselves sobbing as the tree selflessly gives everything to her boy. It’s a poignant reflection of parental sacrifice that resonates deeply.

Charlotte’s Web

Oh, Wilbur! This story of a pig and his spider friend Charlotte brings on the waterworks, especially when Charlotte’s time comes. The moment her babies leave is bittersweet, and thank you, E.B. White, for that.

Old Yeller

If you’ve ever loved a dog, you know the heartache of losing one. In Fred Gipson’s novel, Travis’s bond with Old Yeller is both beautiful and heartbreaking. The loss is gut-wrenching, and you’ll need tissues.

Love You Forever

This book has turned me into a blubbering mess every time I read it to my kids. The story of a mother who climbs through her grown son’s window to tuck him in resonates deeply with any parent. The ending, where he rocks her in her final days, just hits home hard.

So, there you have it! If you’re looking for a good cry, these films and books will do the trick. And if you want to learn more about your fertility journey, check out this resource that can help you navigate your way through.

Summary

This list highlights 11 kids’ movies and books that evoke strong emotions and often leave adults in tears. From classic tales like Bambi and Charlotte’s Web to poignant films like Up and Toy Story 3, these stories resonate with anyone who has loved and lost. For further reading on fertility and home insemination, you can explore this blog post and check out this authority on artificial insemination.