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Irresponsible $#%! My Dad Taught Me

June 18, 2016June 15, 2018Lisa Tate4

All about the dangerous, politically incorrect, irresponsible, and rebellious lessons I learned from dear ol’ Dad.

‘Three Little Words’: Oh, The Places You’ll Swim!

June 17, 2016December 8, 2017Kelly Knox

‘Three Little Words’ is a perfect present for small fans of Nemo or graduates heading out into the big ocean for the first time.

Geeking Out Over New Tech Leads to ‘Jacked’

June 17, 2016December 15, 2017Melanie Meadors

This week, author Kirk Dougal tells us what inspired him to write his new science fiction YA thriller, ‘Jacked’!

‘Finding Dory’: A Celebration of Disability, Differences, and Friendship

June 17, 2016December 8, 2017Marziah Karch5

I was pleasantly surprised by ‘Finding Dory.’ It’s a sequel worth watching in the theater.

Candylicious Edible Bubble Review

June 17, 2016December 8, 2017Melody Mooney

My five-year-old daughter Ella and I reviewed Candylicious Edible Bubbles yesterday. She was really thrilled to taste and try out the new toy. With summer here, we are always looking for new things to take to play dates. Edible bubbles–I mean what better way to treat your friends to a little ‘Willy Wonka’-like magic?

Why Haven't We Evolved Past This, current events, parenting, sensitive children

When News Is Nightmarish: Parenting Sensitive Souls

June 16, 2016December 8, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley4

Let’s face it: The news is scary.

It’s always been scary, but it has certainly upped the ante recently.

And this week? Downright painful.

When I was in 6th grade, I remember reading about Darwin and the theory of natural selection. I was wholly fascinated by it all. I fantasized about traveling to the Galapagos one day. I wanted to swim with the sea turtles and make important discoveries.

And then the Gulf War hit.

My favorite read-alouds this month. Image credit: Ariane Coffin.

My Favorite Read-Aloud Books Right Now: June 2016

June 16, 2016December 15, 2017Ariane Coffin

Our favorites picture books included stories monsters under the bed, mimes, writer’s block, and unruly fathers. Plus, we got to read a new graphic novel about alien abduction and a spunky little girl.

Tabletop Game: ‘Roll for It!’

June 16, 2016December 8, 2017Rory Bristol

‘Roll for It!’ is a straightforward dice-and-cards game which has so few rules it can be taught in seconds. It’s a great game for most ages, skill levels, and budgets.

Penclic R2 Review: Adding to the Ergonomic Office Tools

June 16, 2016December 8, 2017Dakster Sullivan3

Is the Penclic the next hit of the computer mouse world? We will see.

Best Picture of the Convention! Image Jim Carchidi

We Came, We Saw, We Conquered: MegaCon 2016

June 15, 2016December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan

MegaCon 2016 was a blast and Dakster gives her reasons why.

Gather ‘Round, Padawans: Power Man, Jessica Jones, and Lady/Tramp Syndrome

June 15, 2016December 9, 2017Shiri Sondheimer4

I’m not telling you to stop throwing shade. I’m just suggesting that you may want to examine who you’re throwing it on and why.

How My Family Maths

June 15, 2016December 8, 2017Nivi Engineer2

If your kids struggle to connect to math, here are some ways that math connects to our lives.

Between the Bookends June 2016: Fantasy, Family, & Flight

June 14, 2016December 8, 2017Sophie Brown

Check out what the GeekMoms enjoyed reading this month, including a true epic from Greece and an in-depth look at the lessons learned from 80s movies.

LaureLive: Family Friendly Music Festival

June 14, 2016December 8, 2017Nivi Engineer1

I spent the weekend at a family-friendly music festival… without my kids.

Our Super Geeky License Plate Game

June 14, 2016December 16, 2017Nivi Engineer

Our family plays a geeky, rule-heavy, geography-lesson-laden version of the License Plate game.

How I Try to Avoid Being Brock Turner’s Parents

June 13, 2016December 8, 2017Karen Walsh2

‘Boys will be boys’ is not ok when boys are are invading the space and bodies of other children.

Disney Art Academy

June 13, 2016December 8, 2017Kelly Knox

Much like the current craze of adult coloring books, ‘Disney Art Academy’ can be just what you need to take your mind off your troubles.

Zmodo Pivot: Multifunctional Home Monitoring

June 12, 2016December 8, 2017Karen Walsh

With camera, speaker, and microphone capabilities, the Zmodo Pivot acts as a great multifunctional home monitoring, entertainment, and communication product.

Procrastination Destination: Meditation

June 11, 2016December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Take a mental vacation by yourself or with your kids by meditating. Yes! Meditation will give you superpowers, or at least give you an excuse to curse in the most relaxed way possible.

IncrediBuilds 3-D Wooden Puzzle Kit Review

June 11, 2016December 8, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Get your kids into wooden models this summer with Insight Editions’ latest IncrediBuilds!