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Kris & Megan talk about the top 5 reasons your kids might have meltdowns and how to avoid them.    Avoiding Meltdowns at Disney Here are the top five reasons your kids might have meltdowns while visiting Disneyland or Walt Disney World.    They're Hungry/Thirsty Just because you're at the Disney Parks doesn't mean your kids will ignore their normal eating schedule. Keep this in mind and try to have snacks ready for their normal eating times if your next meal is going to be a little later than normal.    They're Tired Same thing here. If your young kids and babies are used to a nap schedule, keep this in mind. You may not be able to get them to nap at the parks, but at least it'll give you some understanding as to their behavior. We'd suggest having some "quiet time" and finding an out of the way area to get away from all the busyness of the park.    They're Hot/Cold Try to keep your kids body temperature in mind while you're at the parks. Especially if you're babywearing or if your kids are in hot costume

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Kit talks about performing his very first magic trick, a coloring book that magically colors its self! Here's the video:   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but totally worth it), you migh

Kris & Megan talk about the different character dining options available at Disneyland Resort. Listen to the episode on the player above.    Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but totall

In this episode Kit talks about Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader.    Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but totally worth it), you might be surprised to find that with a little forethought a

Megan & Kris reveal their humanity as they list off their top five Disneyland fails! For better or worse, they've made the mistakes so you don't have to.   Our Top Five Disneyland FAILS! Listen in as we talk about us not taking our own advice in our Top Five Disneyland fails! Do as we say, kids, not as we do. :) Food Fails - Here's a couple instances where we've screwed up in the food department. Bread is important if you're making sandwiches, right!? Security Antics - Kris is always messing this one up … and of course there was the one time he inadvertantly ditched Megan & the kids… Failure to Plan Ahead - Here's a pro tip: always check out the blackout day calendar. Failure on the Way Out - Leaving the park is easy, right? Not if you forget one very important piece of information … Waiting in Line Fails - Megan shares two stories, one of which there was NO ESCAPE!   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland wit

Our young son, Kit, gives us his thoughts on the children's books, A Series of Unfortunate Events, which is now an awesome new show own Netflix!   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but tota

Megan and Kris each give their top five romantic things to do at Disneyland. They also share some suggestions from their Facebook Group!   Top 5 Romantic Things to do at Disneyland without Kids Kris's Top 5 5. Take it slow.  4. Have a special meal together.  3. Hold hands, be that "mushy" couple.  2. Share a dessert.  1. Watch a show together.    Megan's Top 5 5. People watching.  4.  Take pictures.  3.  Dine at Blue Bayou. 2.  Share a dessert. 1. Going on the fast rides together.    Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One

In this episode, 5YO Kit gives us his take on Moana!   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but totally worth it), you might be surprised to find that with a little forethought and planning, i

Megan & Kris talk about what's scary at California Adventure (Disneyland Park is in a past episode) for young kids preschool aged and younger.   Fear's Guide to What's Scary at California Adventure We're mainly pointing out California Adventure Attractions that can be scary for kids 5 and under (preschool age) or a 40 inch height requirement and lower.   Hollywoodland Monsters Inc: This ride is a dark ride and features monsters. If your kids are familiar with the movie Monsters Inc., the monsters really aren't scary at all. Parents, use your discretion.   Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout!: Having not opened as of the time of this recording, we really can't speak to this attraction, though it can be assumed that it will still be thrilling, especially since they're not changing the ride concept.    Bugs Land It's Tough to Be a Bug: This is a 3D show that features startling aspects, smells and other interactive elements. Also, the villain from the movie, Hopper, makes an appearance which may be frig

In this episode, Kit brings us through a day in his life as the family goes out to get some work done on the van.    Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but totally worth it), you might be su

Megan & Kris talk about what's scary at Disneyland Park (Disney California Adventure is in the next episode) for young kids preschool aged and younger.   Fear's Guide to What's Scary at Disneyland We're mainly pointing out Disneyland Attractions that can be scary for kids 5 and under (preschool age) or a 40 inch height requirement and lower.   Adventureland Jungle Cruise: This ride is mostly fine for kids, but there are a few things to consider. The animatronic animals may seem to be real to kids and therefore may be scary. The skipper a one point fires a loud cap gun, and at the end of the cruise, loud man-eating piranhas make an appearance right next to the boat. Don't worry though, they're only man-eating piranhas. Women and children are fine. :) Tarzan's Treehouse: At one point during the climb to the top, there's a loud tiger hiss that may startle youngsters. The Enchanted Tiki Room: This is a show in the dark which might make youngsters uncertain. There's a point during the show where the totems on

In this episode, 4-year-old Kit talks about his favorite Disneyland secrets and Hidden Mickeys! Here's Kit's favorite Hidden Mickey which is created by the sidewalks on Disneyland Drive.    Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a

Megan & Kris talk about ways to make it more magical when you're celebrating birthdays at Disneyland!   Celebrating Birthdays at Disneyland! Here are the topics we unpack during this episode:  • Get a birthday or "I'm Celebrating" button. Cast members & characters will pay special attention to birthdays. Random acts of magic: dapper dans sing happy birthday, given a piece of cake when dining, etc. • For table-service dining reservations, mention birthdays and anniversaries. • At select dining locations, you can order a birthday cake to be delivered to table (at least three days before, call (714) 781-DINE or (714) 781-3463) • Character dining - one at each park and each hotel • Entertainment Dinner packages   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us

Four-year-old Kit talks about his Easter experience this year!   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE EBOOK: 10 Ways Families Can Save on a Disneyland Trip! One of the very first things we hear when we talk to other people about visiting Disneyland is, “That sounds like so much fun, I wish we could go! It’s just so expensive.” After hearing this so many times, we started to look for ways that families could save on a Disneyland trip. We found that while a Disneyland trip will be expensive (but totally worth it), you might be surprised to find that with a little forethought and p

Megan & Kris talk about doing Disney park shows with kids.    Doing Disney Parks Shows with Kids Mention the different kinds of shows: Theater shows like Frozen & Mickey's Magical Map Parades & Fireworks Things to do with kids while you wait for show to start. Keeping them occupied during show. What to do when they're disruptive.   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE Unofficial Disneyland & California Adventure Scavenger Hunts! We put together a free (yet unofficial) scavenger hunt each for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for you to bring with you n

In this episode, Kit talks about watching the WDW Indiana Jones Stunt Show on Youtube!     Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE Unofficial Disneyland & California Adventure Scavenger Hunts! We put together a free (yet unofficial) scavenger hunt each for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for you to bring with you next time you go to the parks! Inside you'll find 17 questions (for each park) to figure out, some easy, some challenging, which will take you through each land at each park. Finally, they come together at the end to give you one final riddle. Sign up for o

Megan & Kris give some tips on how to have an Educational Disneyland trip!  I would rather entertain and hope that people learned something than educate people and hope they were entertained. — Walt Disney   Having an Educational Disneyland Trip Megan & Kris have three schools of thought when it comes to finding Education at Disneyland: 1. Education You Can Bring (In Line Education) • Flash cards in line • Drills on math concepts • Bringing a book to read aloud while in line • Have younger kids look for letters, colors, read clocks, etc.   2. Disney's Educational Offerings: • Animation Academy • Sourdough Bread Factory • Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln • Redwood Creek Challenge Trail   3. Education You Can Find: Having discussions.  Here are some topics to get you started: • Cartoons Then vs Now • Cars Land & Route 66 • Grizzly Peak: National Parks • Time Periods - Turn of the Century America • Jungle Cruise - Discussion on Animals • Frontierland - Early American Settlers • Mark Twain River Boat

In this episode, Kit talks about some of his favorite board games that include educational games Q's Race to the Top, and Number Ninjas! He also mentions Star Wars Eye Found It! and Harry Potter Magical Beasts games. Fun times!   Come Join Our Facebook Group! Come join our Facebook group where you can ask questions and share your advice on visiting Disneyland with your kids…or even just to geek out over Disney! Visiting Disneyland & Disney World with Kids — Go Mouse Scouts   Get in Touch with Go Mouse Scouts! Email us at fun@gomousescouts.com, find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeart Radio. Also, catch us on DiS-Versal Radio!   FREE Unofficial Disneyland & California Adventure Scavenger Hunts! We put together a free (yet unofficial) scavenger hunt each for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for you to bring with you next time you go to the parks! Inside you'll find 17 questions (for each park) to figure out, some easy, some challeng

Megan & Kris respond to a question from the Disneyland Subreddit and talk about planning a longer Disneyland trip! Here's the question on Reddit: I'm taking my family to Disneyland at the end of April and I'm trying to plan ahead as much as possible. When we go we will have a 4 year old and a 10 month old. We purchased 5 day single park tickets with the plan to go to Disneyland 3 days and California Adventures 2 days. Does that split sound about right or should I upgrade to park hopper tickets and plan on 3.5 days in DL and 1.5 in CA? We are hoping with 5 days we could be more casual with the pace where we can go back to the hotel and take naps each day, does that sound reasonable? It seemed like their immediate question was sufficiently answered in the comments on Reddit, so we took it a step further and gave some tips on planning and sustaining yourselves during a longer Disneyland trip.    Planning a Longer Disneyland Trip Sustaining yourselves for a long trip.  • Don't rush.  • Take down time at hot