We all like to offer up thoughtful, meaningful gifts for teachers that let them know how much we appreciate the fact that they tolerate–I mean, nurture–our children for a good portion of the day.
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Dust off them wands, folks, there’s magic afoot. The Augmented Reality game ‘Harry Potter: Wizards Unite’ is on its way, but the magic is around you now.
Continue ReadingWhen my kids were little, I invented the Energy Game, with simple rules to burn off energy before bedtime. But now, alas, they’ve outgrown it.
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When you dance, you perform steps in a particular way, the same way each time. The dance code you create is, in essence, the same as writing a program.
Continue ReadingIt’s time for some serious NaNoWriMo prep. Are you ready? So let’s get geared up and ready to go. Here are a few tips on how to get ready.
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Adventures in Instant Potting: GeekMoms Karen and Nivi join forces to bring you ‘Princess Bride’-themed recipes to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the film’s release.
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Halloween has always been my favorite day of the year, yet this year, it seems, I’m struggling to get into the Halloween spirit.
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To get me into the Halloween spirit, I just read Matt Harry’s ‘Sorcery for Beginners.’ As it comes with instructions for spells, you’ll want to too.
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I have three Potter-aged kids, so I’m going to reread the books as a parenting guide.
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Chapter Sixteen of Thrity Umrigar’s novel, ‘Everybody’s Son,’ is a marvelous example of writing at its finest, where form meets function.
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I recently watched an episode of ‘Supergirl’ and one of ‘Girl Meets World.’ Two scenes spoke of loss, and side by side, ‘GMW’ resonated with me more strongly.
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I play mind games on myself. It’s quite fun, really, and relatively harmless. Mostly it’s to stave off boredom, but it also helps my happiness level. All by changing my perspective.
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For a fun weekend getaway, come to Cleveland, even before April 8, 2024 for the next Solar eclipse. And let ’50 Cities of the U.S.A.’ be your guide.
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MLK Jr. once said that “We who engage in nonviolent direct action are not the creators of tension. We merely bring to the surface the hidden tension that is already alive.”
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It’s not too late to make a shirt to celebrate the Solar Eclipse on Monday. Just use a plain shirt you already own.
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Right from the start, we know ‘Riverdale’ isn’t the clean-cut wholesome story that we grew up reading. And that’s what makes it so deliciously enjoyable.
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‘Sharknado 5’ just came out, and I’m psyched. While my kids argue over whether it has now gone from so bad it’s too bad or if it’s still in the realm of so bad it’s good, I still love it. Here’s why.
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As a fan of dystopian fiction, I was eager to read it. However, I’m afraid that my enjoyment of the piece was hindered by several shortcomings that I ultimately could not ignore.
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Dear drunk man in the wine bar on Saturday night: Let me introduce you to a concept called casual racism. It lurks in the question of where I’m from.
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To celebrate the Solar Eclipse on August 21, 2017, I’ve put together a collection of 13 Solar Eclipse Songs to play for your viewing party.
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