Hour of Code 2019 is underway, with many activities showing a rea-life application for students – like, how to prevent forest fires. Read More
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Category Archives: Science
An Evolution in Building From LeapFrog
We recently got to check out the Leap Builders Food Fun Family Farm set, and had lots of family fun at the farm. Read More
The Secret Social Media Experiment Part 2
A social media experiment lasting a few months showed surpring results and a discussion with Rebecca Angel’s son about healthy connections. Read More
House (and Town, and University, and…) of My Dreams
Amy thinks about the settings of her dreams, and how they might relate to her waking life, in her small series on dream symbolism. Read More
The Secret Social Media Experiment Part 1
Rebecca Angel did a months-long social media experiment to see if her absence had any impact on her connections and mental health. And did anyone even notice? Read More
SmartBuyGlasses Launches Lens Scanner App: Get Your Free Glasses Prescription – Anywhere, Anytime
Getting your current prescription has never been so convenient! The Lens Scanner app makes buying your new glasses hassle-free and easier than ever. [Sponsored] Read More
What Science Can and Can’t Tell Us About Social Media and Mental Health
Does social media negatively impact the mental health of its users? Looking at the data available, signs point to yes, but there are significant flaws in that research. What can a parent do? Read More
Games and Mental Health in Children: Evil Genius Mum Interview
An interview with Evil Genius Mum of GeekMom about why gaming can positively impact the mental health of children. With plenty of recommendations! Read More
Bill Bryson Tackles Human Biology in ‘The Body: A Guide for Occupants’
‘The Body: A Guide for Occupants’ is a detailed and thorough exploration of the one thing all of us have in common, our bodies. Read More
Nineteen Years and Counting
Nineteen years ago, Commander William M. (Bill) Shepherd of NASA and cosmonauts Sergei Krikalev and Yuri Gidzenko of Roscosmos arrived at the International Space Station. Read More
Gut Brain Health Connection Interview
Dr. Bridgit Goldman explains the important connection between digestive health and brain health for everyone in the family. Read More
12 Lazy-Ass Ways to Reduce Food Waste
How to save the Earth and still be lazy? Check out 12 tips to reduce food waste by doing less. Read More
Meditation With Your Kids: Why and How
Meditating with children is doable and contributes to the well-being of the whole family. Learn the why and how here. Read More
LEGO Education: Rebuild The World By Rebuilding Confidence
LEGO Education’s holistic preschool through high school educator geared sets can help “Rebuild the World” by building student confidence. Read More
A Shortcut to Mushrooms
If you are looking for a new diversion, simply looking for your next good read, or if you need to hone your hunter gatherer skills for the next time a wizard shows up on your doorstep in the middle of the night, you will not be disappointed with the Norewegian Mycological adventures of Long Lit Woon. Read More
Exploring the Universe at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre
Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre is a family-friendly science center and my family was invited along for the day to see what it has to offer. Read More
‘Nothing Much Happens’ Podcast Interview
An interview with Kathryn Nicolai on her podcast of bedtime stories for grown-ups, ‘Nothing Much Happens: You feel good, and then you fall asleep.’ Read More
Better Sleep for Teens
Sleep is essential to be mentally fit. Here are scientifically-backed tips and advice on how to help your teen get the best sleep possible and why. (Plus, they will work for you too!) Read More
Model Rocket Launching for Fun and Family
The day before school started, we decided to send off summer with a literal blast: by launching a model rocket. Read More
Teen Mental Fitness
The teenage brain goes through phenomenal changes, just like their bodies. In this series on teen mental fitness, GeekMom Rebecca will review a couple of books and go over the latest research on what actually keeps those growing brains healthy. Read More
