It is a good idea to bring my 2 years old son to movie theatre? The sound is too loud for him?

Answer 1

He'll probably appreciate short children's films starting around age 2 1/2 or 3. A few things to keep in mind:

Movies can be great family-friendly entertainment, making your little one laugh at silly jokes and prompting her to sing along to catchy songs. They can also be a terrific way to introduce your child to real-life situations.

But many films are too long for the youngest children, who have short attention spans and find it difficult to sit still and be (relatively) quiet for long stretches of time. Movies can also be confusing or scary.

When you decide your child is ready to go with you to a movie theater, pick your flick carefully. Definitely pass on action movies designed for teenagers or adults. For one thing, the noise level is too harsh for your child's sensitive ears. At the age of 2 or 3, what he sees is what he believes, and a scary movie can bring on nightmares. Even G-rated movies can be too much for her to handle — a movie like The Lion King, for example, has plenty of frightening scenes.

If he does get scared, talk it through it with him. Answer all his questions, and support him while he resolves his emotions. Let him know that it's okay to feel sad, angry, or scared — this will help him understand his reactions.

Movies can also bewilder kids: For example, your child won't really grasp the permanence of death until he's around 5 years old. he may wonder why a character who dies doesn't get up again, or ask where he went. This is perfectly okay — just try to answer her questions as best you can in brief whispers, and tell him you'll talk about it more when the movie's over.

Finally, consider these practical tips:
• Don't expect your child to sit through an entire movie. He may get fidgety or need lots of bathroom breaks. Be sure to sit near the aisle.

• Try a weekday matinee — they tend to be sparsely attended, and you won't be interrupting anyone's date night, either.

• Bring plenty of snacks. Avoid the concession stands for as long as you can!

Good luck and Have fun!

Answer 2

It really depends on the kid and the movie that is playing. My first child enjoyed movies from an early age (2 1/2). My second child is a little over three and does not enjoy going to the movies as much. He doesn't like the loud noises. Just try it. You will never know until you do.

Answer 3

I wouldn't do it. His attention span isn't long enough for a full-length movie that he can't play during. Most kids at that age will go BONKERS if you try to make them sit still that long. The sound in some theaters can be scary too.

I would wait, unless the theater has a Mommy and Me show. Some have them - they're early in the day, some have intermissions, most have lower sound and more of a playdate atmosphere.

Answer 4

5 year olds can really only sit for 12 minutes at a time. I know they watch movies... but it seems like a 3-4 year old watches a movie for Maybe 15-20 minutes and either falls asleep or moves and goes to do something else.

I would wait another year.

Answer 5

Some theatres have special showings for moms and their young kids and babies. Do you have any of those close to you?

The lights are higher and the sound is lower, and you don't have to worry if your child is making noise or wants to walk around.

Answer 6

if you're GOING to take him go to the dollar theater so you don't waste your money when you have to walk out because he's crying or restless.
at that age they can't sit still that long...even for a movie they'd like (like a cartoon)your best bet is to find either a) a babysitter b) a drive-in theater or c) wait til it comes out on dvd. i go to the movies 1 MAYBE 2x a year anymore...lol

the sound shouldn't be too much unless you're sitting right on the speakers. if you're worried don't take him.

Answer 7

I'd be more worried about the sound from him - screaming, crying, making noises that others HAVE to listen to at their own expense.

Answer 8

please explain how you are going to keep him still he will get restless