Mary Poppins

YMA recommendation

	Approved as non-violent media
Most suitable age range: 5-7

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About the movie

Synopsis

Based on the books by P.L. Travers, Mary Poppins is a classic movie about a magical nanny (Julie Andrews) who comes to look after Jane (Karen Dotrice) and Michael Banks (Matthew Gerber). In the process she manages to make their father, George Banks (David Tomlinson) realise that having a happy family is more important than making lots of money and brings far greater fulfilment.

Points to consider

Words of caution

• None

Positive aspects

• Encourages retaining the ‘child within’ and enjoying the simple pleasures of life.

Questions to ask

• Why do you think Jane and Michael were unhappy children before Mary Poppins came along?
• What did Mary Poppins do to make a difference?