Shrek brings a swamp-themed playground. The Minions turn a peaceful retreat into a chaotic waterpark. Kids can learn about dinosaurs with Jurassic World. And The Trolls host a music festival.

Visitors to the Universal Kids Resort under construction in suburban Frisco near Dallas will be able to stomp around in Shrek’s swamp, go boating with SpongeBob SquarePants, or take a cat nap ...