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How to Tech Less and Talk More Through “The Gamification of Conversation”

July 29, 2021Ken Denmead

A fun and fascinating Q&A with “Disney Couple” Chip & Dana Brown.

Join us for a Mad Tea Party With Funko Games

July 28, 2021July 27, 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.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: World Chess Day (July 20)

July 16, 2021July 15, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Chess is one of the oldest international games in history, and it has its own special day: World Chess Day on Tuesday, July 20.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: A Pirate’s Life for Me

July 3, 2021July 2, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Time to Make/Play/Watch/Read your way to the high seas in search of treasure! It’s a pirate’s life for everyone!

Make/Play/Watch/Read: Roll Up for International Sushi Day!

June 18, 2021June 17, 2021Evil Genius Mum

It’s International Sushi Day (June 18). Let’s MAKI it special. (There’s more where that came from with our Make/Play/Watch/Read.)

Bring Escape Rooms Home With New Escape Puzzles From Ravensburger

June 13, 2021June 11, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews The Laboratory and The Toy Factory from Ravensburger’s 2021 Escape Puzzle line.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: E3 and Video Games

June 11, 2021June 10, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Here’s to the gamers and the game developers! Make/Play/Watch/Read with our tribute to video game developers.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: World Oceans Day (June 8)

June 4, 2021June 3, 2021Evil Genius Mum

This year, World Oceans Day is seeking a balance between the life of the ocean and the livelihoods of the people. Find your balance with our Make/Play/Watch/Read.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: Playing With Light

May 28, 2021May 27, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Light is a fascinating subject for any age. This week, we are lighting up Make/Play/Watch/Read with a broad spectrum of ideas!

Make/Play/Watch/Read: The Humble Paper Airplane!

May 22, 2021May 21, 2021Evil Genius Mum

May 28 is the unofficial national day for the humble paper airplane. Soar high with our Make/Play/Watch/Read ideas any design.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: International Museum Day (May 18)

May 14, 2021May 13, 2021Evil Genius Mum

International Museum Day (May 18) celebrates how we collect and share our cultural experiences. Join in with Make/Play/Watch/Read.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: International Nurses Day (May 12)

May 7, 2021May 6, 2021Evil Genius Mum

We’re giving you plenty of prep time for International Nurses Day (May 12). Get inspired with our Make/Play/Watch/Read!

Tabletop RPG Review: Quest or Die in the ‘Onward’ Inspired ‘Quests of Yore’ RPG

April 29, 2021April 29, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews The Op’s ‘Quests of Yore: Barley’s Edition’ Tabletop RPG inspired by Pixar’s ‘Onward.’

Make/Play/Watch/Read: Shakespeare Day

April 23, 2021April 22, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Shakespeare Day celebrates the birth and death of the Master of Tragedies. Bring out your witty repartee with our Make/Play/Watch/Read.

‘Sirens: Battle of the Bards’ Kickstarter Launches Today!

April 22, 2021April 22, 2021jennmac

Sirens: Battle of the Bards, a campaign setting created by Satine Phoenix, launches its Kickstarter campaign today! This independent Dungeons and Dragons 5E campaign, crafted by the Goddess herself, centers around the class everyone loves to hate: Bards. These aren’t your run of the mill, overly sexualized lute bards however, although you are still free […]

Make/Play/Watch/Read: Earth Day (April 22)

April 16, 2021April 15, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Honor the Earth on April 22 with Earth Day. This year, the message is Restore the Earth, and we have four great ideas to inspire you! #EarthDay #RestoretheEarth