Best Documentaries for Kids

Shila:  This is a heartwarming and inspirational documentary following dogs that train to become prestigious seeing eye partners for the blind.

Shila:  Learn how professional surfer, Bethany Hamilton, still chases the strongest of waves after surviving a shark attack that left her with one arm at age 13.

Shila:  Turtles are one of the most ancient creatures on Earth. This documentary puts a spotlight on this 100 million year marine legend.

Shila:  This Disneynature film takes audiences to meet China's pandas, golden monkeys and snow leopards. Being as rare as they are, filmmakers have proudly captured up-close scenes that help showcase these magnificent wild animals to the world.

Shila:  Would you ever want to visit the moon? What mark you leave up there? What would you bring anything back? This documentary can open up a lot of conversation starters with kids! Astronaut Eugene Cernan shares his personal story with audiences in "The Last Man on the Moon."

Shila:  "March Of The Penguins" is a nature documentary by filmmaker Luc Jacquet and narrated by Morgan Freeman. Watch how Emperor Penguins in the South Pole triumph in the coldest continent on Earth. It is fascinating to watch how these penguins huddle with morality, delicately care for their young, and journey miles upon miles for food one waddle at a time.

Shila:  Under heavy pressure from parents, teachers, and hometown fans, get a glimpse behind Scripps' National Spelling Bee youth competitors. Watch how these young and incredibly hard-working children advance toward the Olympic championship of spelling competitions.

Shila:  Pakistani teenager, Malala Yousafzai, is the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. Once shot for speaking up, she continues to never quit advocating for human rights.

Shila:  Check out these amazing US attractions to visit with kids on the big screen! Go off-trail and soar over majestic canyons, mountain peaks and more. This adventurous expedition shines the light on legendary US national parks, including Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Yosemite, and Arches.

Shila:  This documentary takes Dancing With The Stars to a new level! It chronicles the lives of young and very talented kids in NYC training for a top competition in various dance styles: Latin, foxtrot, merengue, rumba.

Shila:  Disneynature filmmakers traveled to the highest plateau on Earth to document the elusive life of snow leopards in the wild. And, they are not easy to find!

Shila:  Disneynature's "Wings of Life" takes an enchanting look at some of our children's most favorite and colorful species to observe on nature walks: butterflies, bees, flowers, hummingbirds, etc. Above that, learn the vital role they play in the world we all share.

Shila:  "I Am Bolt" follows Jamaican sprinter, Usain Bolt, as he approaches competition in the 2016 Rio Olympics. Watch how this charismatic athlete attempts to go for gold and shatter world records.

Shila:  How about a documentary on summer camp for girls (ages 8-18) who love rock and roll? Watch the transformation in these kids and appreciate the power of music.