opens in theaters Dec. 18. Whether you are a fan of the original movies or have a child that loves “The Clone Wars,” you’re powerless to resist the force field.

by Hayley Markowitz

Test Your Star Wars Knowledge

What planet was Anakin Skywalker from?
A. Alderoan
B. Tatooine
C. Earth

How fast was the Millennium Falcon?
A. 625 MPH
B. 975 MPH
C. 777 MPH

How much did Jabba the Hutt weigh?
A. 318 Kg (700 lbs.)
B. 907 Kg (2,000 lbs.)
C. 1,358 Kg (2,994 lbs.)

What is the average lifespan of a Wookie?
A. 90 years
B. 400 years
C. 900 years

Who destroyed the first Death Star?
A. Obi- Wan- Kenobi
B. Luke Skywalker
C. Yoda

Musts for an Out-of-This Galaxy Party!

Light Sabers: Purchase or make one using a pool noodle and duct tape.

Mini Movie Marathon: Make sure to watch at least one of the films from the first trilogy at home or head to Atlantic Station to see all of the movies.

Look-a-Like Characters: Invite an intergalactic star from Copy Cat Kids. copycatsforkids.com

Book

Star Wars: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know by Adam Bray, Kerrie Dougherty, Cole Horton and Michael Kogge (DK/Penguin Random House)   
Take a Journey through time and space to Star Wars: The Force Awakens.  Explore everything there is to know about movies I-VI in preparation for the new movie opening in December.

Game

For the ultimate fan! Show off your knowledge and play Pictopia: Star Wars edition. This trivia game covers 1,000 questions on the iconic planets, ships, villains and heroes from the series. wonderforge.com

Toys

Wind Darth Vader up and watch him go. This Tin Robot is ready to roll standing 7.5″ tall. Collect Chewbacca, a Stormtrooper, C-3PO or Boba Fett. Ages 3 & older. Available at schylling.com $19.99

Easily assemble your own Galaxy Dome Tent from Pacific Play and your little Jedi will have a magically lit universe. At Toys R Us. $49.99

“Truly wonderful,
the mind of a child is.”

– Yoda