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Procrastination Destination: Armchair Travelin’

June 17, 2017December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Go on vacation! Not happening? Then take a short break and have fun with videos, songs, and stories about the vacations you’re probably glad you didn’t take!

Dear Joss: Please Get Better AKA How ‘Buffy’ Failed Us

June 16, 2017December 12, 2017Corrina Lawson18

It’s the role of a good writer, arguably, to torture characters. But there’s a difference in how Whedon tortures his female characters, and it reveals a very troubling pattern.

Bello! Enter Our ‘Despicable Me 3’ Giveaway!

June 16, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh5

To celebrate ‘Despicable Me 3,’ we’re offering a prize pack giveaway for two lucky GeekParents!

$Smartick An Irresistible Online Math Program for Kids Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley, GeekMom$

Smartick: An Irresistible Online Math Program for Kids

June 16, 2017December 12, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

Smartick Method is an online math program for children ages 4-14. It is backed by MIT, supported by the European Union, and used in 52 countries worldwide.

The Dynamic Duo Reviews ‘Toca Lab: Plants’

June 16, 2017January 3, 2018Shiri Sondheimer

The Dynamic Duo reviews Toca Boca’s newest app, ‘Toca Lab: Plants.’ And they get to say “poop” on a recording, which they find highly amusing.

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‘Onkei’ – An All-Ages Manga Worth Reading

June 16, 2017December 12, 2017Dakster Sullivan

‘Onkei’ is an all-ages manga worth reading.

Between the Bookends June ’17: Gods, Amazons, & Brexitland

June 15, 2017December 16, 2017Sophie Brown1

Mel explores Russian folklore, Amazonian legend, and killer unicorns, Lisa delves into Norse mythology, and Sophie reminisces on the history of the internet, visits the crazy world of Brexitland, and meets a group of geeky friends.

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Yamaha Rydeen Drum Kit Rocks

June 15, 2017December 12, 2017Nivi Engineer2

If you’re looking for a high quality starter drum kit, the Yamaha Rydeen kit is quite nice, though assembly can be a challenge.

Yamaha E263 Keyboard Looks Little, Plays Big

June 15, 2017February 13, 2018Rebecca Angel2

Rebecca Angel had been looking for a portable, multi-function digital keyboard for teaching. The Yamaha PSR-E263 is just right.

Chatty Feet Give You Socks with Character

June 14, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown

Chatty Feet make socks based on famous figures. I was offered a pair based on one of my favorite scientists, Professor Brian Cox, and had to try them.

20 Completely Random and (Sometimes Geeky) Facts About NASCAR

June 14, 2017December 12, 2017Lisa Tate

This summer zooms in and out with some NASCAR-inspired films. Sit back and enjoy these speedy facts about the sport.

MegaCon 2017: We Came. We Saw. We Cosplayed.

June 14, 2017December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan

MegaCon 2017: We Came. We Saw. We Cosplayed.

Review: ‘Science Comics: Flying Machines’

June 13, 2017December 12, 2017Rebecca Angel

The latest installment of the Science Comics series by First Second is all about flying machines, focusing on how Wilbur and Orville Wright’s methodical airplane experiments made history.

Get Your Kids’ ‘ARMS’ Moving and Grooving This Summer

June 13, 2017December 12, 2017Kelly Knox

The family-friendly fighting game ‘ARMS’ has the potential to become a bright and colorful mainstay on your Nintendo Switch.

Top 7 Playstation E3 2017 Announcements

June 12, 2017December 12, 2017Samantha Fisher2

GeekMom Sam gives you the Top 7 takeaways she gleaned while watching today’s Playstation E3 2017 Briefing.

Denver Comic Con Bound? Understand This Year’s Security Changes

June 12, 2017December 12, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Are you Denver Comic Con bound (give us a shout out if you are!)? Be sure to plan ahead for the changes in registration, security, and prop checks for this year’s event.

Top X Xbox E3 2017 Announcements

June 11, 2017December 12, 2017Samantha Fisher2

Xbox’s much-anticipated E3 briefing was worth the 90 minutes I spent watching it live. For those at the event, all video was presented on a 4k screen. Sadly I couldn’t enjoy the full power of the experience on my non-4k screen but I’m sure it was pretty sweet. Here is a curated list of my Top 10 takeaways from the Xbox E3 2017 Briefing.

Toxic Motherhood: ‘Wonder Woman’s Hippolyta

June 11, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

‘Wonder Woman’s Hippolyta showcases how a controlling nature undermines and endangers Diana, making the Queen of Themyscira an example of toxic motherhood.

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Summer Vacation and the Introvert Writer Mom

June 9, 2017December 12, 2017Amy Weir7

It’s hard to find a quiet moment to oneself when the kids are home all day.

Exercise Your Logic Skills With ThinkFun Puzzles

June 9, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown7

My son and I played with four ThinkFun games and puzzles that test your logic skills. Most are single-player, but some multiplayer games are available too.