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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a very good boy! Krypto the Super-Dog is set to make his big screen debut in Warner Bros.’ upcoming animated movie DC League of Super-Pets. And Krypto will be voiced by none other than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. The film follows Superman’s dog Krypto, who teams up with a flying cat to stop crime while Supes is on vacation. Jared Stern (The LEGO Batman Movie) will write and direct along with co-director Sam Levine (Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero).
No other casting announcements have been made yet, but you can probably expect an A-list cast to join Johnson. Krypto, created by writer Otto Binder and artist Curt Swan, first appeared in a Superboy story in Adventure Comics #210 (March 1955). Designed as a one-off character, Krypto quickly grew a fan base of his own, because who on Earth doesn’t love dogs?
(image: DC Comics)
Krypto was originally Kal-El’s dog, whom Jor-El used to test his rocket that would take Kal-El to Earth (not cool, Jor-El). Krypto’s rocket was knocked off-course, lost for years before eventually landing on Earth where he teamed up with Superboy. Krypto continued to pop up in comics and animated films before landing his own show on the Cartoon Network in 2005. Krypto the Superdog ran for two seasons before cancellation. A live-action Krypto appeared in the series Smallville, as well as DC Universe/HBO Max’s Titans.
This will be Johnson’s second entry into the DC universe, following his starring role as super-villain Black Adam in the film of the same name.
DC League of Super-Pets is set to hit theaters on May 20, 2022.
(via Variety, image: Universal Pictures/Warner Bros. Animation)
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potential massive spoilers (obviously) but the leaked screenplay for Robert Pattinson’s “The Batman” is circulating the internet and I couldn’t not read it. I kinda like the way this is sounding so far! could be real?? thoughts?? pic.twitter.com/mHph0siPG3
— PJ (@kickthepj) May 18, 2021
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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a very good boy! Krypto the Super-Dog is set to make his big screen debut in Warner Bros.’ upcoming animated movie DC League of Super-Pets. And Krypto will be voiced by none other than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. The film follows Superman’s dog Krypto, who teams up with a flying cat to stop crime while Supes is on vacation. Jared Stern (The LEGO Batman Movie) will write and direct along with co-director Sam Levine (Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero).
No other casting announcements have been made yet, but you can probably expect an A-list cast to join Johnson. Krypto, created by writer Otto Binder and artist Curt Swan, first appeared in a Superboy story in Adventure Comics #210 (March 1955). Designed as a one-off character, Krypto quickly grew a fan base of his own, because who on Earth doesn’t love dogs?
(image: DC Comics)
Krypto was originally Kal-El’s dog, whom Jor-El used to test his rocket that would take Kal-El to Earth (not cool, Jor-El). Krypto’s rocket was knocked off-course, lost for years before eventually landing on Earth where he teamed up with Superboy. Krypto continued to pop up in comics and animated films before landing his own show on the Cartoon Network in 2005. Krypto the Superdog ran for two seasons before cancellation. A live-action Krypto appeared in the series Smallville, as well as DC Universe/HBO Max’s Titans.
This will be Johnson’s second entry into the DC universe, following his starring role as super-villain Black Adam in the film of the same name.
DC League of Super-Pets is set to hit theaters on May 20, 2022.
(via Variety, image: Universal Pictures/Warner Bros. Animation)
- Bowen Yang talks about that iconic iceberg sketch on Saturday Night Live. (via THR)
- Here’s some tips and tricks for Resident Evil Village. (via CBR)
- Who has the world’s geekiest acting career? (via io9)
- Amber Ruffin reminds us that it’s fine if you weren’t productive during the pandemic:
- A definitive ranking of every twist in the Saw franchise. (via Collider)
- Rock out with the kickass girl band the Linda Lindas. (via Remezcla)
- CBS cans another showrunner over abusive workplace claims. (via A.V. Club)
potential massive spoilers (obviously) but the leaked screenplay for Robert Pattinson’s “The Batman” is circulating the internet and I couldn’t not read it. I kinda like the way this is sounding so far! could be real?? thoughts?? pic.twitter.com/mHph0siPG3
— PJ (@kickthepj) May 18, 2021
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The post Things We Saw Today: Dwayne Johnson to Voice Krypto the Super-Dog in ‘DC League of Super-Pets’ first appeared on The Mary Sue.We’ve compiled an awesome list of video game baby clothes for every Nintendo, Playstation, and Xbox gaming family.
With the variety of genres, memorable characters, beautiful music, and of course fantastic gameplay, the wonderful world of Video Games has been more and more popular over the years. With consoles like Nintendo, PlayStation, and XBOX evolving over time and expanding the selection of games, it’s no wonder that families are more than ever bonding together over this entertaining pastime. It can surely be a beautiful and enjoyable way to include the entire family. Yes, even the little ones! It’s never too early to introduce the passion for gaming and find a favorite character or two!
Here is a perfectly curated list of Video Games baby clothes for Nintendo, PlayStation, and XBOX fans alike. From onesies, bibs, and even costumes for themed photoshoots, these excellent garments for your little one will surely be ideal in any tiny gamer’s wardrobe!
For Nintendo Fans 
Super Mario Nintendo Baby Boys 5 Pack Bodysuits
You don’t have to struggle to choose a favorite Super Mario onesie for your baby to wear because this pack of bodysuits comes in 5 fantastic designs! With Donkey Kong, Yoshi, Mario’s overalls, and two onesies designed with multiple characters, your baby will be fashionable for most of the week!
Whether your infant channels in their inner Mario or Luigi, these Super Mario Bros onesies are absolutely perfect for game nights or even comfortable cosplays. There is also a 2 Pack set perfect for siblings or to own both for the gamer baby’s collection.
Jumping down green pipes, running past Thwomps, or dodging bullet bills, your little one will be victorious in their adventures while wearing these awesome bodysuits! There are 3 designs in this pack featuring a blue onesie with Mario and Luigi stating What’s Up Bro? A black onesie that shouts POWER UP with various Nintendo Characters, and a red Super Mario onesie!
This black onesie that says “Little Brothers Get Luigi” will surely bring some smiles and laughs. Absolutely perfect for that younger sibling in the gaming family! Also, a great reason to play Luigi’s Haunted Mansion -my personal favorite Nintendo game!
Crochet Mario Overalls and Hat
It’s no secret that babies grow up too fast, so it’s crucial to get enough photos of their newborn years! This Mario costume prop set is perfect for gaming families to showcase their tiny future gamers! With a crochet Mario hat and overalls, your baby will be the perfect model for the Mushroom Kingdom.
Adorn your precious baby in this adorable Yoshi hat that is perfect for photoshoots, baby’s first cosplay, or just impressing those around you! With a beautifully handcrafted crochet hat, this Baby Yoshi beanie is a definite choice for any Nintendo-loving family! Besides the classic Green Yoshi, there are also other Nintendo character options, such as Black Yoshi, Red Yoshi, Yellow Yoshi, Pink Yoshi, Princess Peachie, Toadette, Mario, Luigi, and Koopa Troopa.
For more costume ideas, check out Halloween Baby Costumes for Boys and Girls
Bumkins Nintendo Super Mario SuperBibs
With food and dining involved, it’s no doubt your toddler will most likely make a mess or two. Practicing their fine motor skills by digging right in with their tiny hands (And eventually spoons!). While your baby is learning the ropes of fine dining, why not have cute Super Mario-themed bibs to keep their Nintendo-themed onesies tidy and clean? Superbibs are great because they are washable, waterproof, and odor-resistant! There are two Nintendo designs in a 2 Pack set to choose from! Here’s the other pack.
A New Villager Has Arrived! Animal Crossing: New Horizons Onesie
One of the most significant events about Animal Crossing is when a new villager arrives! Why not celebrate both occasions in-game life and in real life? With Timmy and Tommy cheering your baby’s arrival on, this onesie almost seems too perfect not to have in your baby’s dresser.
Saturdays are always exciting days with K.K. Slider comes into town for a concert in the plaza! Why not show support as a passionate fan with this super radical K.K. Slider onesie designed as one of K.K. Slider’s top hit K.K. Metal? Your concertgoer infant will be rocking on in style!
RENT STRIKE Animal Crossing Onesie
This hilarious onesie that says RENT STRIKE is almost too perfect to have for your little one to wear while playing Animal Crossing. But hopefully, your landlord isn’t a greedy capitalist like Tom Nook is! There are a few different colors to choose from!
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Reusable Cloth Diaper
Cloth Diapers have definitely made a huge impact recently with their economical benefits. But if you’re going to have a collection of cloth diapers, why not have some in theme for your gamer baby’s collection? With a super cute Animal Crossing design with all-time favorite characters, your toddler will be fashionable from inside and out!
Marshal Animal Crossing: New Horizons Bib
Who doesn’t love Marshal the Smug Squirrel on Animal Crossing: New Horizons? One of the most popular and sought out villagers who is charming and cute to boot. A definite must-add item to your wonderful baby’s bib collection!
Legend Of Zelda Majora’s Mask Onesie
A fantastic game of its time, Majora’s Mask will always be a crucial part of my gaming collection despite its creepy demeanor. The infamous Mask logo, featured on this purple onesie, truly pops out with its beautiful colors and mysterious design. Don’t worry, this onesie will only bring aesthetically pleasing vibes. Alien Abductions and the End of the World are not included.
For other amazing Legend of Zelda Baby Clothes, check out this fantastic list of Legend of Zelda Baby Clothes!
PlayStation and XBOX Fans 
Your tiny Master Chief will be channeling the iconic hero with this HALO onesie! With the Master Chief insignia with a front and back design, your little one will protect and defend your family from the journeys ahead!
With the colorful silhouettes of Mad Moxxi, Lilith, and Tiny Tina, your little one will be adventuring with the best of the best in the exciting space western science fantasy game of Borderlands! It’s an excellent onesie to wear during those grand ventures!
PlayStation and XBOX Onesie Set
Teaching numbers and shapes to your baby is absolutely important. But why not teach them those necessities in a gaming nature? This onesie set is both educational and nerdy and perfect for your little gamer’s wardrobe! With “Baby’s First Letters” and “Baby’s First Shapes” as the PlayStation and XBOX controllers, your baby will be learning in style!
Kingdom Hearts Heartless Onesie
The Heartless logo is pretty popular and well known in the gaming world. Your bundle of joy will be absolutely rocking this simple yet powerful onesie and will definitely be able to defeat any Heartless that may come with it!
One of the more popular characters in the Kingdom Hearts series is no doubt, Axel. With that fabulous red hair and that chaotic neutral alliance, Axel’s has a well balanced character development and is favored by many. So why not adorn your baby with this pretty awesome onesie of Axel’s hair silhouette that says “Got it Memorized?” It’s absolutely perfect for diving into a Final Fantasy meets Disney adventure!
Final Fantasy 7 Characters Onesie
Final Fantasy will always be a popular RolePlay Game that is in most avid RPG collector’s collections. Your baby will look absolutely awesome wearing this onesie while riding a Chocobo or while watching Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children during Family Movie Nights!
D.Va is quite the popular character from the first person shooter game, Overwatch! With an adorable bunny as her logo, it’s practically perfect to have in a gamer baby’s closet.
Warning! Your baby’s first words may be Nerf This! while wearing this excellent onesie.
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We’ve put together the best books for Middle School students that can’t seem to read enough.
One of the perils of middle school is that the tween years are when many kids lose interest in reading for pleasure. Not on my watch. If you want kids to read, you have to have books in the house that kids want to read. That’s what my Mom told me when I asked why she bought Mad Magazine every month for my brother and I, and it turns out she was right. Here is a list of books that might help you keep your middle schooler’s interest in reading going.
Fantasy: Keeper of the Lost Cities
Shannon Messenger’s Keeper of the Lost Cities books tell the story of Sophie Foster, a young woman who has grown up thinking that she is the only person who can read others’ minds. She meets another telepath, and soon she travels to the Lost Cities of the Elves and learns more about her growing powers and her role in the conflict between the wise leaders of the Black Swan and the malicious Neverseen. There are nine KOTLC books, and they are all stupendously long, which is a good thing given how much free time we’re about to have after the end of school. My daughter, her friends and if 30 seconds of Googling is any guide, a lot of other people are very, very into KOTLC. Being part of a fandom is good for middle school aged kids. It’s fun and it can help kids who are isolated by the pandemic connect with their peers. The comedian Patton Oswalt has a bit where he talks about how a lot of nerds have a “realm”, a fantasy world that “you know as if you live in it.” My daughter’s realm is KOTLC.
Science Fiction: Dragon Pearl
Korean space opera! Dragon Pearl, by Yoon Ha Lee, is part of the Rick Riordan Presents series, which publishes fantasy and science fiction novels written by people from populations that are underrepresented in kids’ literature. Min lives on Jinju, a bleak planet that promises her a bleak future. Her brother Jun escaped by joining the Space Forces, but now he’s being accused of a crime that Min is sure he did not commit. Here’s the wrinkle though: Min is a Fox Spirit who can use the power of Charm to literally change people’s minds. Fox Spirits aren’t popular in the rest of the galaxy, and Min’s family requires her to stay in human form and avoid using her abilities. Min’s heroic journey takes her off of Jinju and into the Thousand Worlds to clear her brother’s name. This book is a great blending of traditional Korean stories and very American science fiction stories. It’s also a fairly short stand-alone novel, which might be a good thing for reluctant readers intimidated by the 50 million or so pages of KOTLC.
Mystery: Truly Devious
Maureen Johnson’s Truly Devious and its two sequels The Vanishing Stair and the Hand on the Wall, are a murder mystery set at a boarding school for gifted youngsters (no, not that one) in Vermont. In 1936, Ellingham Academy founder Albert Ellingham’s wife and daughter were kidnapped and never returned. The kidnapper left behind a note, signed “Truly Devious” that cheerily lists a number of ways to commit murder. The Truly Devious case has attracted a lot of obsessive attention over the years, most recently by an aspiring detective named Stevie, who is brilliant enough to be admitted to present-day Ellingham Academy. As Stevie is getting adjusted to her new school, messages signed by Truly Devious start appearing, and a famous YouTuber is found dead on school grounds. Stevie Bell is a complex heroine, an observant and methodical young woman who also struggles with anxiety, is rather shy, and isn’t an easy person to be around a lot of the time. I like that both the 1936 and the present-day mysteries in the Truly Devious series have solutions that make sense and are satisfying. There are several murders and some discussion of sex in the books, but if your kid is ready for that, then they’re in for a real treat.
Non-Fiction: I Will Always Write Back
I Will Always Write Back is a memoir by Caitlin Alifrenka and Martin Ganda, with Liz Welch. Caitlin and Martin started out as pen pals in the late 90s. Caitlin is from Pennsylvania and Martin is from Zimbabwe, and their lives were very different. This book was an eye-opening experience for my daughter. Before she read it, she didn’t understand that there are people in the world for whom $20 is a lot of money. Martin and his family live in one room with another family- that stayed with my daughter for weeks. Over time, Caitlin and Martin get to know each other through letters. Caitlin’s mother eventually facilitates Martin’s education in the US. Caitlin and Martin are adults now, and still friends. It’s very difficult for middle-class people like me to talk with their kids authentically about poverty, but I Will Always Write Back is a good starting point.
Non-Fiction: Beautiful Lego
Beautiful Lego, by Mike Doyle, is great if your kid likes Lego and is ready to take on more complex, more original projects. Beautiful Lego is a coffee table book full of photos of meticulously detailed, highly elaborate Lego builds. These builds are far beyond what I had thought was possible with Lego. The models in these books are full of life and personality. The Lego dragons look like they’re about to breathe great gouts of fire. The Lego birds look like they just alighted on a branch. The artists in this book provide amazing demonstrations of how to evoke uneven surfaces like stone and water using plastic bricks. I particularly like the micro-builds of cityscapes and funky little robots that use just a handful of bricks. My daughter and I have connected over the Lego sculpture of an Edvard Munch-style screaming man that both of us find rather unsettling and that she thinks would make a great addition to our house. There are two other books in the series: Beautiful Lego Wild and Beautiful Lego Dark. Lego can start as a toy and turn into an artistic medium if you let it.
For Strong Readers: Tailchaser’s Song
This may be a tough sell, but here goes: Tailchaser’s Song is an epic fantasy novel in which the main characters are all cats. Fritti Tailchaser is a naive young cat from the provinces who must undertake a quest to save his “catfriend” Hushpad and confront the ancient evil of Grizraz Hearteater. This very, very easily could be cutesy-patootsy and dumb, but it’s not. Tad Williams creates a world that feels like it has a long history and stakes that are real and high. Tailchaser’s world is dangerous, the villians will kill him and his friends if they get the chance. Tailchaser’s Song is longer and more challenging than the other books on this list. If your middle school aged kid is a strong reader and loves animals, then they might get a kick out of Tailchaser.
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