Dora the Explorer is far more than a children’s character; she reigns as a true heroine among young girls, one who inspires more than her share of great parties—and awesome movies. A Dora the Explorer party would not be complete without a marathon of Dora DVDs, showing episodes of her popular TV program. The host also could present other family-friendly films that feature strong female heroines. Dora the Explorer TV series, created by Chris Gifford, Valerie Walsh, Eric Weiner, voices by Kathleen Herles, Harrison Chad, Marc Weiner, Harrison Chad Dora’s Christmas Carol Adventure, directed by Katie McWane, starring Caitlin Sanchez, Matthew Gumley, Lenique Vincent Another Cinderella Story—directed by Damon Santostefano, starring Selena Gomez, Andrew Seeley, Jane Lynch Ramona and Beezus—directed by Elizabeth Allen, starring Selena Gomez, Joey King Princess Protection Program—directed by Allison Liddi, starring Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez Harriet the Spy, directed by Bronwen Hughes, starring Michelle Trachtenberg, Rosie O’Donnell Gold Diggers: The Secret of Bear Mountain, directed by Kevin James Dobson, starring Christina Ricci, Anna Chlumsky Nancy Drew (2007)—directed by Andrew Fleming, starring Emma Roberts, Tate Donovan An American Girl Holiday—directed by Nadia Tass, starring AnnaSophia Robb, Mia Farrow, Olivia Ballantyne Beyond some fun movies that should appeal to any Dora fan with a sense of adventure, the conscientious party host will remember to pick up some primo party supplies. These could include tulle and plastic banners and wall posters that bear Dora’s adorable likeness. Guests would love to bat around a cute, candy-filled Dora piñata, and to take home party favors that include Dora party figurines, charm bracelets, coloring books, change purses, lip gloss necklaces, etc. Party colors, as displayed in balloon arches and columns, wall art and tableware (cups, bowls, plates, etc.) should be bright and vibrant, with reds, purples, golds and oranges predominating.