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Author: Rebecca Angel

Rebecca Angel was one of those kids that put the dragon book on top of her pile in the hopes that someone would say, "Hey, I'm into that stuff too!" Alas, she had to wait until she was an adult to find fellow geeks. Luckily, she married one and their kids are too. A music teacher by day, Rebecca is also a lover of tea, science literacy, funky tights, RPGs, anime, manga, comics, fantasy books and movies.

Organizing Nerd Needs

January 8, 2016December 7, 2017Rebecca Angel

You know you need all the little erasers, sticky-notes, and planners with the geek in mind.

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Gamin’ Up New Year’s

December 28, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel3

Party games! Games that can be played by seven or more people are perfect for your New Year’s. Here’s a list, what’s yours?

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DIY Gifts of Tea

December 4, 2015December 4, 2017Rebecca Angel

Chances are there is someone on your gift list this holiday season that geeks out about tea. So here are some ideas to make them squeal like a tea kettle in delight.

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Keeping Teen Brains Safe

November 22, 2015December 4, 2017Rebecca Angel2

Most of us thought we were adults in our twenties, but brain research shows it takes a long time to finish developing our minds. Risky behavior is a prominent feature of the adolescent brain; how can we keep our kids safe?

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Pink Is Just Light Red

November 7, 2015December 4, 2017Rebecca Angel2

So does the fact that we, English speakers in America, have a distinct word for light red mean our eyes have actually changed physiologically or is it that we pay attention to the differences of color more for cultural reasons?

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I Am the Princess and the Pea; I Am the Wolverine

October 19, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

No wonder Wolverine is in a bad mood all the time, he has a constant migraine. Super-sentivity is tough!

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‘Covalence’ Game: Cooperative, Educational, Chemistry Fun

October 14, 2015December 4, 2017Rebecca Angel4

‘Covalence’ is a cooperative and educational chemistry game. But is it fun? Yes!

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Classical Geeky

October 3, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel2

Classical music with a geeky twist: ‘Games of Thrones’ opera-style, Symphonies with Harry, and the Video Game Orchestra!

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Print Magazines Still ‘Round Here

September 29, 2015December 4, 2017Rebecca Angel

Print magazines are alive and well in Rebecca Angel’s house! What about you? Print or online?

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Creating ‘Little Robot’: Ben Hatke Interview

September 6, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Ben Hatke, best known for his ‘Zita the Spacegirl’ series, has a new book called ‘Little Robot.’ What was the creation like? Check out this interview!

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Looking For New Young Books?

September 1, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel4

Looking for some new books for your younger kids? Like dinosaurs, pirates, or robots? Then check out these three new titles!

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Games! ‘Paperback’ and ‘Five Tribes’

August 23, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Paperback and Five Tribes are the two favorite games Rebecca Angel played at ConnectiCon this year. Check them out!

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Shopping for Cool Art

August 6, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Favorites from the Artist’s Alley at ConnectiCon. Check out hats, cute sea animals, mugs, and more!

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Being The Worst Cosplayer

July 21, 2015December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel6

Probably the first thing you want to know as a cosplayer is your character’s name.

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Family-Friendly ConnectiCon

July 19, 2015December 3, 2017Rebecca Angel3

Watching ConnectiCon evolve in the last ten years from a teen anime crowd, to an event that encompasses all ages. See some photos of the young geeky families this year!

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A Meditation Journey

July 1, 2015December 3, 2017Rebecca Angel

Research shows meditation can help with stress, which when lowered, can help physical problems. But how to stop thinking of my next snack?

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Fund ‘Science News’ for Schools

June 29, 2015December 2, 2017Rebecca Angel

Help bring ‘Science News’ magazine and Teacher’s Guide to high school classrooms!

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Goth or Steampunk Quiz

June 26, 2015December 2, 2017Rebecca Angel13

Goth or Steampunk? Take this quiz and find out!

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Summer Science Fun: Make Pink Tea!

June 18, 2015December 2, 2017Rebecca Angel2

Experiments are always more fun when you can drink them afterwards! Two ways to get pink tea.

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‘Welcome to Night Vale’ An Entertaining Night

May 24, 2015December 16, 2017Rebecca Angel

The cast kept us laughing during the live performance of ‘Welcome to Night Vale.’ Check out the review!

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