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Come Little Children, and Play ‘Hocus Pocus’

September 22, 2020September 21, 2020Sarah Pinault0

Come little children and play a game with the Sanderson sisters, just don’t get eaten before the sun rises.

‘The Monster in the Hollows’: Finding Your True Self in ‘The Wingfeather Saga’

September 20, 2020September 19, 2020Sarah Pinault0

The third installment of Andrew Peterson’s ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ is re-released this October, in hardcover for the first time. With the same stunning illustrations as the first two re-releases, it is a delightful world to discover.

Epson FastFoto FF680W Review – Reminding Me of Happier Times

September 3, 2020September 3, 2020Dakster Sullivan0

Epson FastFoto FF-680W is the perfect scanner to add to your home. Scanning 30 photos/docs at a time, it’s fast, compact, and easy to set up.

My First Scalextric: A Fast-Paced Home Racing Set That’s Not Just for Kids

August 19, 2020August 18, 2020Sophie Brown0

My First Scalextric: Looney Tunes is a small scale, themed Scalextric set aimed at younger children aged from three and up.

Searching for the Jewels of Anniera in The Wingfeather Saga

August 19, 2020August 18, 2020Sarah Pinault1

Ready for a new adventure? Join Geekmom Sarah in discovering the land of Skree and the Igiby family in the re-issued Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson. Here there be dragons, something wicked, and far, far away lands.

National Parks and Other Places to Visit From Your Book Shelf

August 16, 2020August 15, 2020Sarah Pinault0

Enthusiasm for the National Parks does not have to wait! Thanks to a couple of new books from Gibbs Smith, my kids and I have been learning about (and plotting adventures in) the National Parks, some of which are right on our doorstep.

Snap Happy With the MyFirst Camera Insta2

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020Sarah Pinault0

The continuing adventures of photography with small children, to snap away, or not snap away, that is the question. GeekMom takes a look at the MyFirst Camera Insta2

A Pin Trading Novice Meets her Muse

August 10, 2020August 9, 2020Sarah Pinault0

When you have been avoiding pin trading badly for years, what do you do when passions collide? Dive straight in of course! GeekMom Sarah hops on board the pin wagon with these new pins from Penny Arcade.

RosePops: Spreading Love One Rose At A Time

August 6, 2020Dakster Sullivan0

RosePops are specially preserved roses that last for up to a year with no watering or care needed. They come in increments of a dozen or less.

GeekMom Review: ‘Jungle Cruise: A Voyage of Mystery and Misfortune’

August 3, 2020Sarah Pinault0

If you have ever wanted to visit the backside of Schweitzer Falls, named for the backside of the famous explorer, Dr. Albert Falls, then this is the game for you. Based on the famous Disney attraction, ‘Jungle Cruise Adventure Game’ is a fantastic journey of hippos and puns.

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Lokai Bracelets: Bringing the Disney Magic

August 3, 2020Dakster Sullivan0

Lokai is releasing its latest designs based on popular Disney characters with $1 of each bracelet purchased going to Make-A-Wish a charity.

‘Sproutword’: Where Horse Beats Equestrian in a Game of Words

July 28, 2020Sarah Pinault0

If you love word games, you will love ‘Sproutword,’ a small batch game sustainably made in Devon, England. Bring your ‘Scrabble’ vocabulary and your ‘Chess’ strategy; you will need both!

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Mars Month: Build Your Own Cardboard Telescope Kit

July 20, 2020Sophie Brown1

Build Your Own Telescope is an eco-friendly kit that will allow you and your kids to put together your very own cardboard telescope.

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Mixtiles – 8×8 Framed Photos Right From Your Phone

July 17, 2020Dakster Sullivan0

Mixtiles lets you order 8×8 framed photos directly from your phone with a built-in adhesive backing that does not damage walls.

Vissles-M External Monitor Extends Your Workspace, Broadens Your Options

July 16, 2020Jenny Bristol0

Check out our review of the new Vissles-M external monitor, a super-portable, versatile option that just works.

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Mars Month: Build a Rover with Remote Control Machines: Space Explorers

July 15, 2020Sophie Brown2

Remote Control Machines: Space Explorers is an engineering, robotics, & science kit that allows kids to build and control their own machines.

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Mars Month: Pepper Mint in The Magnificent Mars Expedition

July 8, 2020July 7, 2020Sophie Brown0

The Magnificent Mars Expedition is a STEM kit that includes a story linking to experiments and activities you can do at home.

‘Kill Merlin’: Now With 100% More Orc Boogers

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020Sarah Pinault0

You have to love any game that includes the warning “Game involves treachery” and cautions about the quantity of Orc Boogers within. ‘Kill Merlin’ is a great way to pass a few hours without having to wear a mask.

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Epson Photo XP-8600 Review: This Is The Photo Printer You Are Looking For

July 1, 2020July 1, 2020Dakster Sullivan1

Epson XP-8600 is small but mighty for those looking for a dual tray photo printer. Perfect for scrapbookers.

Young Builders Will Enjoy the Learn to Build Sports Set From Plus Plus

June 28, 2020June 27, 2020Elizabeth MacAndrew0

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews the Plus Plus Learn to Build Sports Building Set.