If you thought Monster Jam was only for the USA, we have three family passes in Australia to giveaway and prove you wrong! Read More
Monster Jam Down Under: Family Ticket Giveaway
Geek Stitch: Card Embroidery Kits for All the Fandoms
Show off your fandom with Card Embroidery! And for those as artistically challenged as me, I found pre-punched kits to help you out. Read More
10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Incredibles 2’
You don’t need kids to see ‘Incredibles 2.’ After 14 years, we are all still fans. But if you do take the kids, here’s what you need to know. Read More
GeekLinks:
Geek Links are cool stories we’ve found elsewhere on the internet – like this epic competition in Australia from Madame Tussauds Sydney!! Read More
Tag GeekMom for World Environment Day 2018: Beat Plastic Pollution
It is not easy being a geek and environmentally friendly. But just because it isn’t easy doesn’t mean we should throw it in the too-hard bin. Here’s your opportunity to tag GeekMom for World Environment Day 2018! Join the movement to Beat Plastic Pollution! Read More
Oz Comic-Con Melbourne (Australia): And We Have Tickets to Giveaway!!
Oz Comic-Con Melbourne returns for the weekend on 9-10 June, 2018 – And we have THREE (3) DOUBLE PASSES to giveaway. Read more about what you can see with your admission! Entries close 24 May 2018. Read More
Who Owns Your Coins?
The Royal Canadian Mint is suing the Royal Australian Mint for infringement of patent technology for their colored coins. If they win, the Canadians want the Aussies to destroy all of their colored coins and surrender any profits. That’s a lot of money involved. Read More
Earthlight: The Fine Line Between VR Game and Real Life Experience
‘Earthlight: Spacewalk’ is an amazing VR game in its own right. However, the real story lies in what Opaque Space has achieved and what they are part of in the future. Read More
Best Tabletop Games for Building a Relationship
Every now and then, we all need a reminder on how to build relationships with other people. And of course… Tabletop Games to the RESCUE!! Here are three favorites to teach you how to bring out the best in your relationships (and have a bit of fun doing so)! Read More
International Day for Monuments and Sites 2018: Heritage for Generations
April 18 is International Day for Monuments and Sites. Check out our collection of photos from GeekMom writers from all around the world to show the myriad of monuments and sites celebrating our cultural heritage. Read More
STEAM Projects For Preschool Kids: Rainy Day Painting
Rainy Day Painting is a perfect STEAM project for preschoolers. It encourages kids to experiment with art AND can lead to some really exciting scientific and engineering questions. Geek Parent Bonus: It’s easy to set-up and clean up too! Win-Win! Read More
Obituary: A Brief History of Stephen Hawking
Vale Professor Stephen Hawking. While the world will always know you as the amazing scientist, may your inspiration for future generations be your greatest legacy. Read More
Why a Loud ‘Kiai’ Can Save Your Life
Kids Martial Arts classes teach a lot of things: strength, confidence, discipline. But they also teach your kid to yell LOUD. It’s called their ‘kiai’. And there is a reason behind this ancient principle. One that could save your life. Read More
Doctor Who Logo: The Balance of Old and New
BBC has released a brand new logo and insignia for the new ‘Doctor Who’ season. Come and take a look at how the logo, and the new season, balances the old and the new. Read More
Chinese New Year 2018: Out With the Rooster and Bring Home a Dog
Whether you are a devout follower or a fan of the fortune cookies, Chinese New Year is the best way to shake off the old year. Read our tips for helping kids visualize a new Year of the Dog. Read More
New Blood Test to Detect Alzheimer’s Disease: Would You Want To Know?
Scientists have developed the first accurate blood test to detect Alzheimer’s Disease, up to 20 years before symptoms might appear. That’s a lot of forewarning: Would you want to know if you will have it? Read More
Speak My Geek: Benefits and Tips for Learning a Foreign Language
Just in time for the New Year: We have seven reasons why you should be studying foreign languages at any age… And another five suggestions on how to make it really easy for your family. Read More
12 Ways Mary Shelley Created a Literary Monster: 200th Anniversary of ‘Frankenstein’
To celebrate the 200th anniversary of ‘Frankenstein,’ we have 12 ways Mary Shelley created a literary monster. Read More
9 Cups of Geek for International Tea Day: 15 December
Whatever geekdom you choose, celebrate international tea day with the geekdom of your choice. Read More
5 Best She-Ra Episodes You Need to Watch Before the Netflix Reboot
Before Netflix reboots ‘She-Ra: Princess of Power’, check out these top 5 episodes from the classic series and see why She-Ra is the hero we need today. Read More
