Karen Walsh, Author at GeekMom

LEGO Education Presents: SPIKE Prime for First LEGO

April 17, 2019April 17, 2019Karen Walsh1

New LEGO Education SPIKE Prime to pair with First LEGO Leagues for 2019-2020 competitions to teach resiliency.

‘Once on This Island, Jr.’ – A Potential Minefield of Cultural Appropriation

March 22, 2019March 21, 2019Karen Walsh

In a world that needs empathy, theater provides an entry point for children. However, as adults, we also need to be purposeful about the way in which we make decisions and how we position those choices for our children.

Pixar’s ‘Purl’: Knowing the Fiber Community Makes It Even Better

February 10, 2019February 9, 2019Karen Walsh

Even if you already love ‘Purl,’ you’ll love it more when you look at it understanding the fiber community and the parallel storyline.

5 Cybersecurity Lessons I Learned From ‘Hamilton: The Musical’

December 21, 2018December 20, 2018Karen Walsh12

These 5 cybersecurity lessons from ‘Hamilton: The Musical’ can make you cyber aware to protect yourself and your kids from hackers.

Why Hasbro’s ‘Marvel Rising’ Toys Need to Be on Everyone’s Holiday List

December 3, 2018December 2, 2018Karen Walsh

Hasbro’s ‘Marvel Rising’ toy line hits all the right points to offer kids diverse body and racial representation.

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Netflix’s ‘She-Ra and the Princesses of Power’: Not Just Nostalgia

November 12, 2018November 11, 2018Karen Walsh1

DreamWorks’ ‘She-Ra and the Princesses of Power’ may have started with nostalgia, but it brings together the best of what we need in cartoons.

Bejutattoo: Gotta Tattoo ‘Em All at Tommy’s Tattoo Convention

October 28, 2018October 27, 2018Karen Walsh

Bejutattoo brings a love of all things geeky and colorful to her work—including an expert touch that makes for an easy heal.

NYCC 2018: Katie Green from Lion Forge – ‘Lighter Than My Shadow’

October 18, 2018October 18, 2018Karen Walsh

If you only read one graphic novel this year, make it this one.

NYCC 2018: Scholastic’s Drawsome Panel and a GeekKid Interview

October 15, 2018October 14, 2018Karen Walsh

Scholastic brought a panel to NYCC that enabled kids and adults to see the way in which varied learning styles and approaches can create.

Geek Links: Nintendo Super Mario Party

October 13, 2018October 12, 2018Karen Walsh

Get in on the fun with the new ‘Super Mario Party Game’ for Nintendo Switch. Watch the video to see some of the cool family fun you can have!

NYCC 2018: ‘Marvel Rising’ Rises Above

October 10, 2018October 9, 2018Karen Walsh

‘Marvel Rising’ creates a new paradigm for kids’ shows with strong girls and senstive boys whose kindness comes with a side of butt-kicking.

NYCC 2018: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power First Look

October 9, 2018October 8, 2018Karen Walsh1

What you need to know about ‘She-Ra and the Princesses of Power’—Bravery, Empowerment, Modernization, and Reducing Toxic Masculinity.

VPN: What Is Data Protection?

October 1, 2018September 30, 2018Karen Walsh7

VPNs help protect the information you send across the internet to help keep hackers from using it, but not all VPNs are created equally.

Sires Crown and NYCC: Feeling Conned After the Con

September 21, 2018September 20, 2018Karen Walsh12

Sire’s Crown attempts to sell high-end geeky glasses at NYCC. But the product fails miserably even after two years of production attempts.

Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor to Premier on Sunday October 7

September 5, 2018September 5, 2018Karen Walsh

The 13th Doctor comes to TV screens on Sunday, October 7. Here’s what you need to know

Nintendo Labo: Vehicle Kit — 5 (More) Essential Things to Know

August 25, 2018August 26, 2018Karen Walsh1

The Nintendo Labo: Vehicle Kit adds more educational value with the updated ToyCon Garage and hits all the right notes for parents.

‘Steven Universe: Heart of the Crystal Gems’ Giveaway

August 13, 2018August 13, 2018Karen Walsh2

With the GeekMom ‘Steven Universe: Heart of the Gems’ giveaway, you have the opportunity to prepare for the upcoming movie.

The Sweet Suite 2018: Toys, Toys, and… TOYS!

August 2, 2018August 2, 2018Karen Walsh

Missed our live coverage of the #SweetSuite18? Check out the recap here.

AMC Summit 2018: The Kick-Ass Women of AMC

July 11, 2018July 10, 2018Karen Walsh

The Kick-Ass Women of AMC bring the truth about the way misogyny, stereotypes, trust, and the confidence that comes with age.

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Dietland: Marti Noxon and Sarai Walker at AMC Summit 2018

June 21, 2018June 20, 2018Karen Walsh

At AMC Summit 2018, Sarai Walker, author of the novel ‘Dietland,’ and Marti Noxon, who adapted it for television, spoke about their process.