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Kickstarter Alert: “Oom-Pah!”

November 20, 2019November 19, 2019Evil Genius Mum

If play is the best way to learn, then “Oom-Pah!” is the best tabletop game for music! Available on Kickstarter NOW!

Rebel Wilson’s Kpop Movie is Already Missing One Thing: ‘Han’

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019Jennmac

As a biracial Korean American Kpop lover, I’ll just say this to Rebel Wilson: if you want to help us, help us sell our own stories.

The Nominees Announced for The Game Awards 2019

November 19, 2019November 19, 2019Jennmac5

The Game Awards 2019: ot’s time to cast your votes and show your love for the video games that made an impact in your life this year.

Sims Can Have a Total College Experience in ‘Sims 4: Discover University’

November 17, 2019November 16, 2019Elizabeth MacAndrew1

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews ‘The Sims 4: Discover University,’ the newest expansion for ‘The Sims’ franchise from Electronic Arts.

Family Games for the Holidays: ‘Home Alone’

November 17, 2019November 16, 2019Sarah Pinault1

During October and November, we will be reviewing a selection of new games ideal for families during the holiday season. Today’s pick is ‘Home Alone.’

‘The Philosophy of Tea’ Book Review

November 15, 2019November 14, 2019Rebecca Angel

‘The Philosophy of Tea’ is the perfect gift book for a friendly introduction into the world of tea. The culture, history, and cultivation of teas around the world is discussed along with fine brewing tips.

Which Streaming Services Should You Subscribe To?

November 14, 2019November 14, 2019Ruth Suehle

Head spinning at all the streaming options available? We look at Apple, Amazon, CBS, Disney+, HBO, Hulu, NBC, and Netflix to help you figure out where you should put your money.

The Saga Continues, Galaxy's Edge: Black Spire, Cover Image: Century

The Saga Continues: ‘Galaxy’s Edge: Black Spire’ by Delilah S. Dawson

November 14, 2019November 14, 2019Sophie Brown

‘Galaxy’s Edge: Black Spire’ by Delilah S. Dawson is a Star Wars novel that takes readers to Batuu to help rebuild the ailing Resistance.

Online Thanksgiving Adventures With “Bon Appetit”

November 12, 2019November 11, 2019Sarah Pinault1

My husband and my seven year old have a comfortable routine that they dip in and out of. In the wee small hours of the morning, they snuggle up on our couch, before the rest of the house is awake, and watch videos on the iPhone. For the longest time it was ‘Good Mythical Morning’; these days it’s cooking shows. Specifically, the Thanksgiving cooking shows put out by ‘Bon Appetit’ magazine, across their varied line of video series.

It’s ‘Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum’!!

November 11, 2019November 10, 2019Evil Genius Mum

One for the youngest history geeks: a new animated series called ‘Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum,’ based on the hit book series ‘Ordinary People Change the World.’

Tabletop Review: ‘Dragon’s Cave’

November 10, 2019November 9, 2019Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews ‘Dragon’s Cave,’ a family game from Blue Orange Games’ 2019 releases.

The Greatest Street in History: 50 Years on ‘Sesame Street’

November 10, 2019November 8, 2019Amy Weir

Do you know why ‘Sesame Street’ is objectively the greatest TV show of all time? Read (my 11th-grade research project) to find out!

Family Games for the Holidays: ‘Dough Nab’

November 9, 2019November 7, 2019Sophie Brown1

‘Dough Nab’ is a quick-paced, donut themed game that will have everyone laughing as they race to snatch colorful donuts from the table.

The Body: A Guide for Occupants, Image: Doubleday

Bill Bryson Tackles Human Biology in ‘The Body: A Guide for Occupants’

November 8, 2019November 7, 2019Sophie Brown1

‘The Body: A Guide for Occupants’ is a detailed and thorough exploration of the one thing all of us have in common, our bodies.

I’d Rather Be a Toys “R” Us Kid

November 7, 2019Sarah Pinault

Toys “R” Us is gone, but the memories of those of us who grew up with it live on.

‘She-Ra’ Season 4: A Discussion Guide for Parents and Kids

November 5, 2019November 5, 2019Karen Walsh

Want to talk about subjects raised by the new season of the show with your kids? Here’s a ‘She-Ra’ Season 4 discussion guide.

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I Was a Costumed Cartoon Character (and Lived to Tell About It)

November 5, 2019November 4, 2019Amy Weir

The adventures of a GeekMom in a specially-licensed-by-Scholastic Clifford the Big Red Dog suit, surrounded by small enthusiastic children.

Tabletop Review: ‘Smart 10’

November 4, 2019November 4, 2019Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews portable quiz game ‘Smart 10,’ a Fall 2019 release from Banagrams Inc.

Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Tremor’

November 4, 2019November 3, 2019Evil Genius Mum

From PAX Australia and live on Kickstarter, ‘Tremor’ is a fantastic maze-building tile-game with some organized chaos for good measure.

Family Games for the Holidays: ‘Reveal’

November 3, 2019November 2, 2019Sophie Brown

‘Reveal’ is a game for two to four players or teams aged eight and up whose tag line claims it has “no questions… Just answers”.