Find the Perfect Movie for Your Teen or Pre-Teen Girls' Slumber Party

Are you hosting a pre-teen or young teen's slumber party sometime soon? After the nail polish, gossip and chocolate candies run out, those gals will want to chill. They will need a few movies on hand to satisfy whatever mood they may be in at midnight. Here is a breakdown of movies. Do they want to be scared, but not too scared? Would they rather go Ga Ga over the latest screen idol? Or, maybe they want some girl power. Your local video store will have it all!

Most of these are suitable for girls older than 9. But that all depends on your standards. The best precaution is to view part or all of the film before your daughter does. Or, you can research critic reviews about one that piques your interest.

Scare me (but just a little) - face it, what's a slumber party without shrieks and screams? These three hold a little more weight in their story-lines than just fright. Still, you might want to view them first. Afterall, you don't want to be awoken at 2 a.m. with a roomful of little girls who can't get to sleep. Only for the strong!

1939: "The Wizard of Oz" - a great story about the power of believing in yourself and going after what you really want. Some adults probably still hide behind their hands at the sight of the wicked witch and those terrifying monkeys.

1976: "Carrie" - definitely for the older girls, this creepy, yet realistic film introduces us to a teen (Sissy Spacek) with psychic powers. She doesn't quite fit in at school. Some adolescent teasing goes too far, and Carrie takes revenge.

1999: "The Sixth Sense" - a little boy (Haley Joel Osment) is spooked by his unknowing ability to speak with those beyond the grave - most don't know they're dead. Probably for those over 11.

Oh, baby, baby! - your girls might want to drool over some eye-candy. Well, give them some movies with a bit of substance. These not only feature hunky young stars but offer good scripts, too.

1986: "Stand By Me" - Wil Wheaton and River Phoenix stars in this coming of age drama about four boys who go looking for the killer; based on a story by Stephen King so it has it's shining moments!

1989: "Say Anything" - who can resist the endearing persistence of John Cusack and that sweet smile?

1990: "Edward Scissorhands" - Johnny Depp, gothic outfits, crazy hands, and a love story. What else do we need?

You go girl! - looking for some girls who know how to take charge. These are only a start. You can search the web for "chick flicks" and find plenty, from "Thelma and Louise" to "Legally Blonde". But, these three are perfect for a slumber party!

1984: "Sixteen Candles" - Molly Ringwald changes her world and everyone's she touches in this fun high school flick. Enjoy the 80s soundtrack!

2002: "Bend it Like Beckham" - an East Indian girl needs to choose between her parents' traditional path and her own love of Soccer.

2006: "She's the Man" - Amanda Bynes, who once starred in her own Nickelodeon show, is all grown up in this girl-power high school soccer flick with a twist - she plays her brother to make the team, then falls for the star, who is also her roommate.

Outasight! (and the U.S.) - how about a film from far away? Here are a few from across the oceans that will not only entertain your girls but empower them to dream, be themselves and be proud of being a girl.

1979: "A Little Romance" - if you have never seen this French/American film, you might want to watch it with the girls. This sweet story lets us watch as a young Diane Lane discovers first love.

2001: "Amelie" - Audrey Tatou (currently starring in "The DaVinci Code") is a young Parisian out to help others and perhaps fall in love.

2002: "Whale Rider" - this New Zealand flick shows a young tribal girl work hard to prove to her grandfather that girls can be leaders, too. Beautiful scenery.