BlizzCon 2017: No One Does Cinematics Like Blizzard Entertainment

November 4, 2017

Even if you've never played a game by Blizzard before---and especially if you have---these trailers will make you laugh, gasp,…

‘Dumb Ways to Die’: Smart Ways to PSA (Plus Giveaway)

November 4, 2017

How do you make a PSA about rail safety remain popular, even five years after launch? Catchy tunes and cute…

Have You Lost Yourself in a Google Map Lately?

November 3, 2017

You probably learned that you could explore places using Google Maps Street View years ago, but when's the last time…

‘Thor: Ragnarok’ Review: Fun, Fireworks, and Zeppelin

November 3, 2017

'Thor: Ragnarok' plays like a reboot and a rebirth, and it's a movie that could stand alone.

15 Completely Random and Geeky Facts about Día de los Muertos

November 2, 2017

It's a dead man's party! Who could ask for more fun and geeky references to Día de Los Muertos?

Goodbye, Energy Game

November 2, 2017

When my kids were little, I invented the Energy Game, with simple rules to burn off energy before bedtime. But…

Triumphant Musical Adaptation Shows the Power of Octavia Butler’s ‘Parable of the Sower’

November 1, 2017

One of Octavia E. Butler's editors shares how a new opera highlights the prescience and beauty of the late author's…

LEGO Education STEAM Park: Review and Giveaway

November 1, 2017

The LEGO Education STEAM Park has everything educators need to easily incorporate STEAM and diversity in the classroom in a…

Reel-to-Reel: Origin Horror Movies

October 31, 2017

Let's talk origin stories. Specifically origin movies within the horror genre. Every so often a franchise is born—or reborn. Recently,…

‘The Empress’ and Other Great Sequels

October 31, 2017

'The Empress' is just as exciting as the first book in its series. Rebecca Angel reviews it, and lists other…

‘Eventide’ – The New Comic You Need

October 31, 2017

'Eventide' (pronounced Evan-Tide) is everything you’re looking for that you didn’t know you wanted. Written by newcomers Kimberly Gaines and…

Meet Hello Kitty’s Aggretsuko and Her Ai-TatA Bag

October 30, 2017

Hello Kitty's Ai-TatA bag fits well into my daily routine and holds everything I need.

Cars Land Inspired Halloween Decorations From Discount Store Finds

October 30, 2017

Cars Land Haul-O-Ween has given Radiator Springs a fun fall makeover. Recreate some of fun with inexpensive discount store finds.

PlayFair 2017: What It Is and Discount Tickets

October 29, 2017

PlayFair 2017 is the family-friendly, totally interactive ToyFair experience. Oh yeah, and a chance to meet some of your favorite…

Pair Eyewear Needs an S: It’s All About Multiple Pairs

October 27, 2017

Pair Eyewear is a new children's eyewear line with magnetic frames that let your child switch out colors and designs…

The Tale of 6 Cities That Have Changed Names Over Time

October 27, 2017

Whatever happened to Constantinople? Where's Old York? And what is Peking duck? History nerds rejoice!

If You Can Dance, You Can Code: Workshop Guide

October 26, 2017

When you dance, you perform steps in a particular way, the same way each time. The dance code you create…

NYCC 2017: Best Kid-Friendly Activities

October 26, 2017

In this roundup of NYCC 2017 Best Kid Friendly Activities, we have some new things, some old things, and just…

5 Questions About ‘Gravlander’ and Finding Your Place in the Galaxy

October 25, 2017

GeekDad Erik Wecks talks about his new space-based SF novel, writing a female lead, and why he believes humanity's future…

International Animation Day: With Animal Logic

October 25, 2017

International Animation Day is this Saturday, October 28; what better reason to talk with animation juggernaut, Animal Logic!