Here is the board game (and board game-related!) news that caught our attention for the week ending May 1, 2020. Gaming News While Gen Con has not yet been delayed or canceled yet, they have updated their COVID-19 information page. They say that they are “considering health guidelines from Indiana State officials as well as […]
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Get outside and play a little… with SCIENCE! Get this giant bubble wand kit for amazing outdoor fun and learning for only $15! WOWMAZING Giant Bubble Wands Kit: (3-Piece Set) | Incl. Wand, Big Bubble Concentrate and Tips & Trick Booklet | Outdoor Toy for Kids, Boys, Girls | Bubbles Made in The USA (Kit): […]
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You have probably never really wondered what might come from a team-up of one of the biggest names in gaming with the all-time winningest player on Jeopardy, but just in case you did, wonder no more: the answer is Half Truth, a trivia party game with a unique mechanic. In “Reaping the Rewards,” I take a look […]
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Crafting will save us! Get this handy set of assorted papercraft tools for your Cricut cutting machine for only $17! Cricut Paper Tool Set, Assorted : Make perfect paper creations with the Cricut Paper Crafting Set This set includes all you need for professional-looking projects! This 6. 5×10. 25 inch package contains one piercer, one […]
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Staying indoors? Children can build STEM skills with beginner, intermediate or advanced robotics kits from JIMU Robot by UBTECH! Check out the entire line of JIMU robot kits from UBTECH: Take construction and building to the next level with the BuilderBots Series: Overdrive Kit. This interactive, building block system teaches creativity and learning for all […]
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Enjoy 30 hours of playtime, deep bass, a handy charging case, and Blueooth 5 connectivity with these Airpower wireless earbuds for just $28 today! Aipower KSOUND True Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth 5.0 Headphones Charging Case, Deep Bass, IPX5 Waterproof, Touch Control, Single Earbud Use Available, 30H Playtime for iPhone and Android (K01): 【EXCEPTIONAL AUDIO SOUND】The Bluetooth […]
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Hello, book lovers! I had a longer break between columns because, well, time is passing weirdly during the quarantine and sometimes the days blend into each other. This week’s column is all comic books—a mix a of books for younger kids and older readers. Baloney and Friends by Greg Pizzoli This comic book for kids […]
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I’ve been playing Warhammer Underworlds since it first arrived and it’s no exaggeration to say it’s had a profound effect on my life. Most of my spare time is devoted to playing the game and running the YouTube channel and community, Agents of Sigmar. It’s my go-to game and the best Games Workshop game I’ve ever […]
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Everyone’s trying home baking now, so safe on these key tools: KitchenAid pro rolling pin for $20, hand-crank sifter for just $8 today! KitchenAid KO318OHERA Gourmet Rolling Pin, One Size, Red: Ideal for rolling dough: The extra wide carbon steel barrel is ideal for rolling various sized doughs that could be used for cookies, pies […]
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Enjoy a little imaginative and artistic play with this face painting kit for kids with water-based paints, for just $17 today! Face Paint Kit for Kids – 60 Jumbo Stencils, 15 Large Water Based Paints, 2 Glitters – Halloween Makeup Kit, Professional Face Paint Palette, Face Paints Safe for Sensitive Skin, Face Painting Book : […]
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Here is the board game (and board game-related!) news that caught our attention for the week ending April 24, 2020. Gaming News The Op has announced the development of Risk: Warhammer 40K, due on shelves this fall. No word on whether you have to paint all of the game pieces, or what the Warhammer equivalent […]
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Remember the amazing sheet music stands from band? Get one for home use, for music, books, your iPad or whatever, for just $27 today! CAHAYA Sheet Music Stand Metal Portable with Carrying Bag, Sheet Music Folder: Extendable and Adjustable: Great for both Sitting and Standing Positions (Height can be adjust from 31.5″ to 57″) Sturdy […]
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Printing more at home these days? You need to refill your HP printer ink with these XL-sized cartridges – 2 x 5-packs for just $18 today! GPC Image Compatible Ink Cartridge Replacement for HP 564XL 564 XL to use with DeskJet 3520 3522 Officejet 4620 Photosmart 5520 6510 6515 6520 7520 7525 D7560 (Black Cyan […]
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Netflix’s new animated family feature ‘The Willoughbys’ debuts online today, and they’re holding a virtual watch party on Twitter tonight. TWITTER WATCH PARTY Join us TONIGHT for #TheWilloughbys Watch Party at 7pm ET l 4pm PT! Tweet along for the LAUGHS we all need right now, plus for a chance to WIN prizes. Download and […]
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Unleash your kids’ imaginations with this 10-inch LCD drawing tablet and writing board for $14 today! Pilipada LCD Writing Tablet Colorful Drawing Tablet, 10 Inches Drawing Board Doodle Pad, Kids Early Educational Writing Board Learing Toys: Perfect Gift for Children: Walkie talkies gift for 3-12 year old boys, teen girls gifts, kids birthday gifts . […]
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Welcome to the Garden Shop. image: NOA With many of us still living under lockdown, Nintendo Switch exclusive Animal Crossing: New Horizons has become a fun and valuable way to build, create, explore, and share without leaving the relative safety of our own homes. If you are one of the many who’ve enjoyed the seemingly […]
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For your kids and their neighborhood friends: chat over 3km with these 22-channel walkie-talkies for $17 today! Obuby Walkie Talkies for Kids, 22 Channels 2 Way Radio Kid Toy Gift 3 KMs Long Range with Backlit LCD Flashlight Best Gifts Toys : Perfect Gift for Children: Walkie talkies gift for 3-12 year old boys, teen […]
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Get building with this fun family-friendly board game based on the hugely popular virtual world: ‘Minecraft Builders & Biomes’ for $30 today! Ravensburger Minecraft: Builders & Biomes Strategy Board Game Ages 10 & Up – Amazon Exclusive: True Minecraft experience – Developed in collaboration with Mojang, Minecraft: Builders & Biomes brings players together in a […]
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