Hi there!
Sorry to hear the event didn't go well. Sometimes that can happen. A couple thoughts: Try doing some kind of short physical activity program before the movie starts. So, have everyone come at sat 6:30 and do 15 or 20 minutes in the school gym. Have the kids dance or play games. Helps get some of the energy out. Also, I think the newer movies tend to capture their attention more that some of the older ones that we loved as kids (sad to say). As far as snacks being all over the place, some of this is up to the parents and asking them to make sure their kids are well behaved. That's a delicate thing, but you can try to casually and gently mention this. Something like: We all want to have a great night and we ask that you help your kids to not run around during the movie.
As an alternative, have you take a look at our Family Science Night Kit? It's another one of our free kits and it helps you put together a really fun family night that doesn't require kids to sit! Here's the link: http://www.ptotoday.com/sfn#science-night
Hope this helps!
Rose
- Rose H
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