Family Picks

This animated fantasy adventure sends best friends Jo and Raissa through a mysterious portal to the island of Nakali, where they race to get home before losing the memories of their friendship. Rated PG, it blends comedy and heartfelt adventure that works nicely for children and parents alike, with voices from Lea Salonga and H.E.R. It earns a warm 7.7 on IMDb.

This animated comedy follows a small goat with big dreams who lands a once in a lifetime shot at the pros in a fast, full contact sport called roarball. Rated PG, it is an upbeat, safe underdog tale that younger viewers will cheer for, featuring voices from Gabrielle Union and Nick Kroll, and it holds 83% on Rotten Tomatoes. Screenings are thin on the ground this week, so plan ahead if you want to catch it.