Sarah Pinault, Author at GeekMom

Parades, and Turkeys, and Family, Oh My!

November 24, 2021November 23, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah ponders her favorite part of Thanksgiving: The Parade as we all get ready to overeat this week.

An At-Home Thanksgiving Road Trip With Looney Tunes

November 23, 2021November 22, 2021Sarah Pinault

Warner Bros. Animation and the creative team behind Story Pirates brings us a Thanksgiving miracle in their original podcast series: Bugs & Daffy’s Thanksgiving Road Trip.

‘Awesome Asian Americans’: Diversifying Our Reading List With Immedium

November 20, 2021November 19, 2021Sarah Pinault

If you are looking for a way to talk about race and what it is to be American, outside the world of ‘Sesame Street,’ Immedium has you covered.

2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Toys and Gadgets

November 18, 2021November 30, 2021Sarah Pinault

We’re continuing our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide with some of our favorite toys and gadgets to help you find some fun gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

TableTop Review of ‘You Can Fly’: Can You Fly or Fall With Style?

November 16, 2021November 15, 2021Sarah Pinault

Whether you can fly or fall with style, everyone will have fun with this mini golf style game from Funko.

Barbie Meets the World of Building Blocks

November 5, 2021November 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah and her geekling take a look at the new Barbie range from MEGA.

Tabletop Review: ‘Super Mario Labyrinth’

November 4, 2021November 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

Find all your favorite Mario characters in this new take on a classic game: welcome to ‘Super Mario Labyrinth’.

Hiking in a Pandemic With ‘Mountains’ by Haba

October 29, 2021October 28, 2021Sarah Pinault

When the mountains are calling but a pandemic or bad weather stands in your way, ‘Mountains’ by Haba is the perfect alternative to help you scratch that hiking itch.

Green Toys vs. Greener Toys

October 27, 2021October 26, 2021Sarah Pinault

Whether it be a love of Green Toys or Mattel, 2021 brings a Greener offering to our gift buying capabilities.

It’s a Board Game World After All

October 22, 2021October 21, 2021Sarah Pinault

Where Disney World meets the whole world—bring a piece of the park to play at home with ‘It’s a Small World,’ the new Disney Game from Funko.

Fee Fi Fo Fun! ‘Disney’s Mickey and the Beanstalk Game’

September 29, 2021September 28, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah didn’t grow many beans during the pandemic, but she and her family are certainly enjoying some magic beans thanks to this new game from Funko based on the classic Disney retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk.

What Is a Hidden Mickey, Anyway?

September 21, 2021September 20, 2021Sarah Pinault

Looking for a quick, simple game to play with your youngsters? ‘Hiding Mickeys’ becomes more than a game in this house of Disney fanatics and for those who are simply Disney adjacent.

Changing of the Geek Flag

September 18, 2021September 17, 2021Sarah Pinault

As a child turns 12, GeekMom Sarah waxes poetic on her own evolution from 12-year-old geek to 40-year-old GeekMom.

Making Teacher Gifts Easy With My Cricut Mug Press

September 4, 2021September 7, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah’s teacher gift of choice this year? A gift card with a side of personalized mug thanks to the Cricut Mug Press.

Paw Patrol: The Movie You Really Need in 2021

August 25, 2021August 24, 2021Sarah Pinault

Who knew? Paw Patrol The Movie lives up to expectations for these kids, and exceeds expectations for their parents. Not a bad way to spend 90 minutes.

Are You Toy Enough? Toy Story Talent Show Game

August 24, 2021August 23, 2021Sarah Pinault

Can’t get to the carnival this year? Compete in the ‘Toy Story Talent Show’ game from Funko, in a game of friendly challenges and cards to collect prize tickets.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phase Two

August 23, 2021August 22, 2021Sarah Pinault

I find myself enjoying different things watching the MCU through a second time with my son.

TOFT: Here Come the Bees

August 13, 2021August 12, 2021Sarah Pinault

If, like Donna Noble, you have concerns about the world’s bee population, consider joining in the summer fun with Toft, spread a few seeds, share some bee facts, and help repopulate.

Join us for a Mad Tea Party With Funko Games

July 28, 2021August 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

If you enjoy a good cup of tea, a good card game, or simply enjoy a little bit of insanity with your unbirthday, then Funko has the game for you.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phase One

July 28, 2021July 27, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah attempts to bring the thunder while watching the MCU with her son, but his heart is made only of Iron.