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5 Spooky Favorites Perfect for October Reading

September 25, 2022September 24, 2022Lisa Tate

If you need an escape from busy parenting duties during the spooky season, here is a list of one GeekMom’s favorite cool and creepy reads to enjoy in October.

Dear Parents, There’s a Reason I Enjoy Halloween More Than Other Holidays

September 23, 2022September 22, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses why Halloween is an easier holiday as a parent.

The Joys of a Smaller Convention

September 19, 2022September 18, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses some of the simple joys of small local conventions.

Two Easy Kids’ Art Hacks for Lazy Fall Weekends

September 18, 2022September 17, 2022Lisa Tate

Are the lazy late summer (and early fall) weekends getting too lazy? Try this pair of easy art hacks to keep your creative muscles strong.

‘F1 Manager 2022’ — Manage Your Favorite F1 Team in Detail

September 16, 2022September 15, 2022Sophie Brown

‘F1 Manager 2022’ is a management simulation game in which you’ll play as a Team Principal competing in the 2022 Formula One season.

3 Monster Shows That Might Be Fun Remakes

September 10, 2022September 9, 2022Lisa Tate

A new pair of spooky reboots of classic family series is coming out this year on Netflix.

Be the Artist: The Amazing Creatures of Ray Harryhausen

September 3, 2022September 2, 2022Lisa Tate

Ray Harryhausen’s wonderful stop-motion fantasy creatures still influence animators today. Here’s an interactive project inspired by his work.

It’s Not Too Late to Join Dragon Con Virtually

September 2, 2022September 1, 2022Ruth Suehle

Every year for the last 20 years, I know it’s con time when I check into my hotel and can turn on DragonConTV.

Find Joy in Spine Poems

August 30, 2022August 29, 2022Ruth Suehle

Annette Dauphin Simon shares spine poems with the world in ‘Spine Poems: An Eclectic Collection of Found Verse for Book Lovers.’

Be the Artist: The Fanciful Worlds of Don Bluth

August 29, 2022August 28, 2022Lisa Tate

Don Bluth has created fantastic adventures inspired by classics he loved as a child. Use his style to recreate a favorite story you love.

12 Highlights From ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 2

August 27, 2022August 26, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth shares her highlights from season two of Hulu’s ‘Only Murders in the Building.’

Awaken Your Inner Muse With an Easy ‘Xanadu’-Inspired DIY

August 23, 2022August 22, 2022Lisa Tate

Celebrate the colorful neon style of the early ’80s with this family-friendly and “A-Muse-ing” ‘Xanadu’-inspired project.

Dear Parents, What You Might Want to Know About Middle and High School ADHD Accommodations

August 23, 2022August 21, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth, a former teacher, discusses ADHD accommodations for middle and high school students and what parents should know to help students be successful.

Be the Artist: The Groundbreaking World of Jackie Ormes

August 16, 2022August 15, 2022Lisa Tate

Jackie Ormes was the first female African American to be nationally syndicated, and she used her characters to bring her own voice to life.

A Whole Line of Literary Puzzles With Built-in Surprises

August 16, 2022August 15, 2022Jenny Bristol

Step into the world of classic literature with this series of puzzles from Laurence King Publishing.

‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ Booster Course Pass: Buy or Bye?

August 7, 2022August 6, 2022Evil Genius Mum

Nintendo has released Wave 2 of the ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ Booster Course Pass, including familiar streets from New York and Sydney. But is it worth the extra money?

Be the Artist: Charles Schulz and His Charlie Brown

July 31, 2022July 30, 2022Lisa Tate

Charles Schulz used his alter ego, Charlie Brown, to turn the ups and downs of childhood into a comic strip loved around the world.

Happy International Non-Binary Person’s Day!

July 14, 2022July 13, 2022Dakster Sullivan1

Ever since I was a kid, I’ve never been overly feminine. I’ve never been strongly masculine either. I’ve just been me. I’ve had strong beliefs in terms of rights for the LGBTQIA+ community and I’ve never been afraid to voice them. It wasn’t until about just over a year ago that my passion came from […]