We created an at-home movie theater for our toddler (and it was so easy)

Let’s start with the basics: a projector. We went with this one because it’s super small and portable, which means we can bring movies with us wherever we go. Eventually, when our kids are older and can stay up past summer sunsets, we can all watch movies outdoors together. You can watch anything you want from Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube and Disney+ content. You don’t even need an internet connection to make it work so you can take it anywhere you want. The battery lasts about 5 hours, it can connect to headphones or speakers and you can limit the amount of time it can be on to cut back on screen time.

We bought one of these when our toddler expressed some jealousy over his baby sisters having the baby versions of the DockATot—and it was an instant hit. He calls it his “Daniel Tiger DockATot” and loves lounging in it. Before we created our little movie night, our son would read books or play with toy cars in it. It is, however, ideal to watch a movie lying down, which really helped with his attention span.

For the adults, I love these floor cushions for sitting comfortably on the floor. Plus, they are so beautiful they can be used in the kid’s room or even the living room once movie night is over.

Every movie deserves popcorn for the family and these bowls are ideal to serve your little ones some snacks. They are designed for everyday use and super durable. Plus, the colors are adorable.

This popcorn comes with butter and is organic, perfect to make at home for the entire family.

My son is obsessed with his Slumberkins narwhal. He sleeps with it, plays with it, takes it on car rides, goes to school with it in his backpack, so narwhal came to watch a movie with us. They are super soft and durable and each snuggler comes with a book to help your little one talk about big feelings.

Avoid having your movie night interrupted by your kids asking for water for the millionth time with these YETI water bottles. They are super durable, keep drinks cold for a long time and the colors are beautiful.

We took it to the next level and set up a tent outside to take advantage of the warm weather and fresh air (we all really need the fresh air) and watched movies projected inside the Veer tent. It has a sun and rain cover so you don’t have to worry about your setup getting ruined.