They need only read the tales of Pippi Longstocking — the fiercely independent and cheerfully kooky 9-year-old who has been a soul mate to generations of children longing to color outside the lines.

Swedish writer Astrid Lindgren introduced the world to “Pippi Longstocking” in 1945 ... classic cat and mouse cartoon “Tom and Jerry” now comes with a warning label if you buy it ...