Kelly Knox, Author at GeekMom

Kickstart Your Kids’ Confidence in Math with MathKit

November 17, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

MathKit has time left in the Kickstarter campaign, and I highly recommend checking it out if you want to make math as much as a family activity as you do reading books at bedtime.

Start Kids on a Coding Adventure with the ‘Minecraft’ Hour of Code

November 16, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

The Hour of Code Minecraft tutorial, aimed at kids ages 6 and up, encourages young Minecraft fans to learn to code with Blockly, a simple drag-and-drop interface.

Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty

November 16, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox1

At the new Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty now at the EMP Museum in Seattle, you can get a look at more than 500 unique pieces from Sanrio on display.

Get a Head Start on the Holidays Thanks to Nintendo [Giveaway!]

November 13, 2015December 15, 2017Kelly Knox34

It’s not too early to being planning the perfect holiday presents, and thanks to Nintendo and GeekMom, you can get a head start!

So Your Kids Want to Be YouTube Stars: How One Family Made It Happen

November 10, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox7

Do your kids dream of being the next big YouTube sensation? There’s no one right way to do it, but Jillian and Addie of the channel babyteeth4 have made it happen with the hard work and support of their parents Bob and Tommie.

6 Things You Should Know About ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes’

November 6, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

‘The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes’ knows it’s dangerous to go alone, so the game invites your friends and family to go along with you.

Aren’t You a Little Colorful for a Stormtrooper? ‘Star Wars’ Watercolor for Kids

November 2, 2015December 15, 2017Kelly Knox

Put your own spin on a stormtrooper with this creative watercolor painting perfect for you and the kids.

3 Picture Books Starring Girls Who Love Science

October 17, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox1

Here are three great picture book finds with science superstars who know how to have fun while learning about the scientific method. (Didn’t think that was possible, did you?)

‘Black Widow: Forever Red’ Is the “Definitive” Story of Natasha Romanoff

October 13, 2015December 15, 2017Kelly Knox1

It’s usually difficult to find the elusive Natasha Romanoff, but not today: You can now find Black Widow starring her own young adult title, ‘Forever Red,’ in bookstores everywhere.

More Marvelous Merchants at GeekGirlCon 2015

October 12, 2015December 15, 2017Kelly Knox

Conventions are one of the best ways to discover independent and creative small businesses sharing their love of all things geeky.

6 Tips for Throwing a Video Game Playdate With ‘Yoshi’s Woolly World’

October 12, 2015December 15, 2017Kelly Knox

Thanks to the attention spent to co-op play in games like the upcoming Wii U title ‘Yoshi’s Wooly World,’ video games are more social than ever.

GeekGirlCon 2015 Cosplay Gallery

October 11, 2015December 15, 2017Kelly Knox2

GeekGirlCon might have a reputation as one of the year’s most relaxed and family-friendly conventions, but that doesn’t mean that cosplayers don’t bring their A game.

Star Wars Reads Day Awakens October 10, 2015

October 7, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

As Episode VII gets closer and closer, this year’s event promises to be more exciting than ever.

Make Paper Folding Your Superpower With ‘DC Super Heroes Origami’

October 2, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

There’s something a little bit magical about turning a piece of paper into a crane, bear, or dragon through the practice of origami. But turning a piece of paper into Batman? That’s being a flat-out origami superhero.