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I know when everyone goes on holiday there are heaps of things to do. Like build sandcastles on the beach or spend time with your loved ones. But trust me, the time will come when you will be in some kind of cramped travelling space without Wifi. That’s when you haul out your back up plan of Showmax on a tablet to keep the children occupied. There are loads of interesting kids shows to keep them busy and Showmax is running some good deals this festive season. SA Mom Blogs is also giving away some vouchers (see the end of this post).
We’re heading off by plane to PE this weekend and I sure need to bring the IPad along to keep Nicky busy. Then, for the first time, I am taking him on a bus trip between PE and EL so we can see Brett’s family as well. I’ve never done this before so I need to make sure that his device is charged and I have some shows downloaded to keep him from moaning.
If you’re looking for what is on offer to download 25 times, here is a list, supplied by Showmax:
25 Showmax Kids shows:
1. Pablo S1 | First on Showmax
Pablo may have autism, but that doesn’t stop him from tackling the world. With the help of his imaginary friends, who he creates with his crayons, he learns that he can handle whatever comes at him.
Available now.
2. Hey Duggee
This adorable CBeebies series won The Best Pre-School Animation prize at the 2018 BAFTAs, and it’s not hard to see why. Lovable dog Duggee is a scout leader of sorts, teaching the “squirrels” all kinds of life skills that help them to earn their badges for everything from “cake” to “treasure hunt” to “paper boat”.
Available now.
3. Find Me in Paris | First on Showmax
Lena the ballerina is on the cusp of fame in the year 1905 – until her boyfriend gives her an old family necklace that transports her to the 21st Century. While trying to find a way back home, she learns how to fit into the modern world – and realises that she might not want to go back at all.
Available now.
4. Revolting Rhymes | First on Showmax
Roald Dahl’s hilarious twists on classic fairy tales were brought to life by Cape Town-based Triggerfish Animation in collaboration with Magic Light Pictures in this delightfully gory series that was nominated for an Oscar and won 15 major international awards.
Available now
5. Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place
Alex and her brothers come from a long line of wizards and they need to master their magic powers or lose them forever. The three young wizards get into all sorts of trouble as they handle school, friends and magic.
Available now.
6. Guess How Much I Love You
Big Nutbrown Hare and his son Little Nutbrown Hare live happily together and always look for different ways to show their love for each other. Illustrated in beautiful watercolours, this is an inspiring and entertaining show.
7. Disney’s Sofia The First
Dragons, sea monsters… even flying camels – this is set to be the zaniest season for Sofia yet. New adventures, mysterious lands and strange magical creatures await her and her friends, so come along for the ride.
Available now.
8. Adventure Time
Finn and Jake are the heroes of Ooo, a land filled with quests and monsters to be vanquished. Whether it’s the evil Ice King or doing an errand for the lovely Princess Bubblegum, there is always a new adventure waiting for them.
Available now.
9. Ben 10
Ben is just another boy until he finds a strange watch that can turn him into 10 different powerful aliens. His new powers help him save people, but there are others who also want that device in this exciting action series.
Available now.
10. The Amazing World of Gumball
Gumball the cat always has a scheme going, but usually not a good one. Yet he never stops trying, because he never learns his lesson! Luckily for him, his sister Anais and his friends put up with it… sorta.
Available now.
11. The Powerpuff Girls
Sugar, spice and everything nice – and a little dose of Chemical X – created the powerful trio of Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup. Sure, they are adorable, but you don’t want to mess with these superheroes.
Available now.
12. Regular Show
Mordecai wants to do a good job as a groundskeeper, but he’s lazy. Rigby, his pal, is always looking for trouble – and trouble is what they find. How these guys aren’t fired yet is anyone’s guess…
Available now.
13. Tom and Jerry Show
The rivalry between the world’s best-known cat and mouse heats up in all-new adventures. Tom tries everything to catch the wily Jerry, be it at home, at a witch’s cabin or in space. But this is one smart mouse…
Available now.
14. The New Looney Tunes
Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and everyone’s favourite characters are up to their old tricks in a brand-new show. Enjoy the wacky humour and crazy characters that made the Looney Tunes world famous.
Available now.
15. Be Cool, Scooby-Doo!
Scooby-Doo and the gang are back. Fred, Shaggy, Daphne and Velma join the snack-loving pooch and hit the road for a summer vacation. But mystery and danger await them as they uncover monsters and villains along the way.
Available now.
16. Disney’s Tangled
Destined to be the ruler of Corona, Rapunzel realises she has to learn a lot more about the world. Luckily Eugene, Pascal and Maximus are ready for the adventures. But so is the hair…
Planned release date: Thursday, 13 December
17. Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
The discovery of Thanos’ asteroid kickstarts a vast and dangerous adventure for the Guardians, but not without a lot of other missions along the way, including zombies and symbiotes, in an exciting new season.
Available now.
18. Disney’s Star vs The Forces of Evil
Star Butterfly is a magical princess living in hiding as a foreign exchange student on Earth. Star and her friend Marco form a brave duo who must deal with normal school life and battle the evil villain Ludo.
Available now.
19. LEGO Disney Frozen: Northern Lights
The northern lights haven’t arrived when they should, so Elsa, Anna and the gang go to find them. Disney’s magic snowy fairytale blends with Lego animation to create a special adventure with everyone’s favourite royal sisters.
Planned release date: Thursday, 13 December
20. Peppa Pig Special: Christmas Party
It’s Christmas in the Pig household and everyone is invited for a great big party! Who will show up and what gifts will they bring? And is there a chance we’ll see Santa Claus himself?
Planned release date: Thursday, 13 December
21. Garfield In Paradise Special
Garfield, Jon and Odie go on a tropical vacation and rent a mysterious car. But this car has an interesting secret and when a wayward trip takes them deep into the jungle, our heroes are in for a big adventure!
Planned release date: Thursday, 13 December
22. A Garfield Christmas Special
Garfield has to survive a Christmas on the farm with Jon’s family. And everyone on the farm wants to be active! Fortunately, there are plenty of naps and good food to help him cope.
Planned release date: Thursday, 13 December
23. Paw Patrol
Ryder and his pup pack, including firefighter-in-training Marshall and wannabe police-dog Chase, spring to action to save the day in Adventure Bay. Whenever you’re in trouble, just yelp for help!
Available now.
24. Nella the Princess Knight
Nella isn’t your average princess. She is a princess-knight and with the support of her friends solves problems around her kingdom. No matter what happens, Nella stays true to herself.
Available now.
25. Marvel’s Spider-Man
Peter Parker, a new student at the famous Horizon High, fights evil super-villains as the costumed superhero Spider-Man.
Available now.
How to download on Showmax:
- Sign up for Showmax at showmax.com
- Download the Showmax app for iOS or Android phones and tablets
- Open the app and choose what you want to download
- Click on the DOWNLOAD button.
- Select the file quality – Low Quality, Standard Quality, Good Quality and High Quality. To use as little data and as little space as possible, select Low or Standard Quality, which is perfect for small screens.
- Downloads should start immediately. Once complete, access your downloads in the download section.
Downloads will stay on the device for up to 30 days, but once the kids have started watching an episode or movie, they’ll have to finish it in 48 hours. You need to be signed into the app to see your downloads.
Get a free 14-day trial if you are a first-time user when you sign up for Showmax, and if you’re a DStv Premium subscriber, get Showmax at no extra cost. DStv Compact and Compact Plus subscribers get Showmax for R49. Sign up now »
If you are a Vodacom contract or prepaid customer, you can add Showmax to your Vodacom bill. Do it before end January and get three months of FREE Showmax and 5 GB of data for free to use for streaming series and movies on Showmax. On the lowest data usage setting on the Showmax app for phones and tablets, that’s a total of 45 hours or more of streaming that won’t cost you a cent.
Once the three months’ free subscription to Showmax has expired, Vodacom customers will pay R49 per month for Showmax for the following nine months instead of the full price of R99 per month. There’s no contract or lock-in period – Showmax can be cancelled at any time before the promotion ends and you will not be billed. If you include this deal, please link to showmax.com/vodacom (https://www.showmax.com/eng/vodacom)
Win with Showmax!
SA Mom Blogs is giving away three Showmax vouchers of 3 months each. If you would like to win, follow the Rafflecopter prompts.
Terms and Conditions:
- This competition will run for a week. The winner will be announced on the Facebook page, and emailed.
- This competition is open to South African residents only.
- The prize is not transferable.
- If you have won on SA Mom Blogs in the past 3 months you will not be eligible to win this competition.
- If you win the same prize on another site then you forfeit this one.
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Thanks so much, Showmax and Heather! This will be great for our holiday staying home!