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Smithsonian Coloring Books: Learn About Dinosaurs, Airplanes, and More

January 27, 2021January 26, 2021Jenny Bristol

The Smithsonian has a new line of coloring books which will appeal to both adults and curious kids.

Stack Overflow: 8 Dino-mite Books

May 13, 2019May 12, 2019Jonathan H. Liu

National Dinosaur Day is coming up! Here’s a stack of picture books and comic books to help you celebrate!

Word Wednesday: ‘What’s Where On Earth: Dinosaurs.’

April 17, 2019April 16, 2019Robin Brooks

DK Books once again prove they are King of the Dinosaurs with the excellent ‘What’s Where on Earth: Dinosaurs’

You’ll Melt Over ‘Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug’

February 26, 2019February 25, 2019Jenny Bristol

Join Tiny on an adventure to make his friend feel better through the power of a good hug.

Stack Overflow: 6 Books for Kids About Dinosaurs

December 10, 2018December 10, 2018Jonathan H. Liu

I’ve got dinosaurs on my mind lately—let’s dig in!

Dictionary of Dinosaurs: Dive Into a Deluge of Dino Data

November 6, 2018November 6, 2018Sophie Brown

Reading Time: 3 minutes Dictionary of Dinosaurs, Image: Wide Eyed Editions Dictionary of Dinosaurs: An Illustrated A-Z of Every Dinosaur Ever Discovered does exactly what it says on the cover. The book is nearly 200 pages long, contains over 300 dinosaur profiles, and is packed full of illustrations and facts about every dinosaur you’ve ever […]

Word Wednesday: Dinosaurs – 3 Books Reviewed

October 3, 2018October 2, 2018Robin Brooks

This week’s word is “Dinosaur” bringing with it two great dinosaur books and the fun, stylish Dinosaur Bingo.

Kenneth Lacovara Tells Us ‘Why Dinosaurs Matter’

September 21, 2017Jamie Greene

‘Why Dinosaurs Matter’ is a fascinating insight into our collective history with prehistory and how humanity has managed to use our scant allotment of time to understand what came before. It’s also a vital call to arms for humanity to wake up and recognize what we’re doing to ourselves and our planet.

Kickstarter Alert: ChocolateConstruction

August 10, 2017Will James

Make your own chocolate 3D dinosaur puzzle with this cool mold from ChocolateConstruction!

‘ARK: Survival Evolved’ for PS4 and Xbox One

December 25, 2016December 13, 2017Ricardo Rebelo5

‘ARK: Survival Evolved’ by Studio Wildcard is a survival game in a huge, open pre-historic world setting.

Procrastination Destination: Fan Art Christmas Sweaters

December 23, 2016December 16, 2017Rebecca Angel2

Shopping? Cleaning? Baking? Take a break and peruse these truly ugly Christmas sweaters with geeky pop art.

Chew your chew on. Images from Ark Therapeutic

Ark Therapeutic – Chewelry for the Sensory Fashion Forward

December 8, 2016December 13, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Ark Therapeutic makes stylish oral sensory tools.

‘Claws and Effect’: Learn About Dinosaurs and the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition

September 20, 2016December 16, 2017Jenny Bristol

The second book in the Secret Smithsonian Adventures comic series, ‘Claws and Effect’ takes four middle school kids through time to solve problem with the time stream. This time the adventure revolves around the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and dinosaurs!

Dinosaur State Park: Dinosaurs in Connecticut!

August 23, 2016Anika Dane

We’ve gone to many museums to visit dinosaurs — the Smithsonian in DC,the American Museum of Natural History in New York, the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History in New Haven, the Museum of Science in Boston — but one of our favorites is just next door, in the Connecticut River Valley.

‘Timeline’ and ‘CardLine’: Quick Games That Teach You Something

July 8, 2016Jenny Bristol

I like to challenge myself by testing what I know, and if I get to learn something new in the process, all the better. That’s why I love trivia games. But straight trivia games (‘Trivial Pursuit’ and the like) aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. That’s why I look for games that add some other features or sophistication to the straight facts. Asmodee Games offers exactly that in its ‘Timeline’ and ‘CardLine’ games.

Kickstarter Alert: Beasts of the Mesozoic Gives You the Feathered Dino Toys You Crave

May 16, 2016December 13, 2017Anthony Karcz

If the thought of yet another dinosaur with leathery hide makes your left eyelid twitch uncontrollably, Beasts of the Mesozoic is here to give you the feathery dinosaur toys of your dreams.

‘Science Comics’: ‘Coral Reefs’ and ‘Dinosaurs’

May 8, 2016December 14, 2017Rebecca Angel

Kids will be engaged and enjoy learning about dinosaurs and coral reefs with ‘Science Comics.’

Jurassic Plush Dinosaurs From Jungle Plush

February 24, 2016December 13, 2017Will James2

Jungle Plush are the best squishy, soft plush dinosaurs I’ve ever found–perfect for dinosaur fans of all ages.

Review: Wunderbox All-In-One Portable Sensory Bin

February 10, 2016Will James

Wunderbox makes several all-in-one portable sensory bins that make it easy to take the fun with you wherever you go. We were sent a Dinoland bin to review, and we love it!

Exclusive Look: ‘The Land Before Time: Journey of the Brave’

February 1, 2016Will James

The latest in the ‘The Land Before Time’ series releases on DVD and Digital HD tomorrow.

Dremel 3D Idea Builder

November 20, 2015December 13, 2017Will James4

Dremel’s 3D Idea Builder Printer promises to be a simple to use, cost effective 3D printing solution for users of all skill levels.

Halloween Costume Round-up 2015

November 3, 2015December 13, 2017Will James

For many of us here at GeekDad, Halloween is a great time of year to show off and share our favorite geeky pursuits through costuming. Here is the Halloween round-up of some of our costumes from this year for you to enjoy.

Looking For New Young Books?

September 1, 2015December 14, 2017Rebecca Angel4

Looking for some new books for your younger kids? Like dinosaurs, pirates, or robots? Then check out these three new titles!

Build Your Own 'Jurassic World' With Lego

July 24, 2015Sarah Pinault

Dinosaur goodness abounds with these new kits from Lego.

Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: 'JurassAttack!'

July 10, 2015December 13, 2017Jonathan H. Liu

Everyone who watched the trailer for ‘Jurassic World’ wants to be like Chris Pratt, leading a band of velociraptors on the hunt, right? Well, here’s your chance: ‘JurassAttack!’ puts you and an opponent in charge of a pack of dinosaurs for a head-to-head battle. Motorcycle not included.

‘Jurassic World’ Giveaway – Get a $100 Fandango Gift Card and Velociraptor Toys!

June 9, 2015Matt Blum

Enter to win a terrific ‘Jurassic World’ prize pack worth $129.98!

It’s a ‘Jurassic World’ Lego Giveaway!

June 8, 2015Melanie Meadors78

Celebrate the release of ‘Jurassic World’ with a dino-sized Lego giveaway!

Passing the Test of Time: ‘Jurassic Park’ Books

May 21, 2015March 12, 2018Mariana Ruiz

With ‘Jurassic World’ ready for the big screen, I’m wondering whether the film will hold up to the agonizing fun the first movies represent to all of us, and, also, whether they will honor the books.

Kickstarter Alert: 54 Colorful 3D Dinosaurs From Boneyard Pets

May 14, 2015December 16, 2017Will James

32 Square just launched their third Kickstarter for their newest version of Boneyard Pets 3D dinosaur puzzles. All the new kits are made from Komatex PVC to bring added flexibility, color, and a more accessible price point.