Kris Bordessa, Author at GeekDad

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

December 31, 2013Kris Bordessa0

We close out 2013 with a selection of books that is heavy on magic, witches, potions, and wizards, rounded out with a little bit of historical fiction and … flowcharts.

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

November 26, 2013Kris Bordessa0

This month the GeekMoms have read an interesting collection of books covering math (from The Simpson’s, even), geometry, essays, and garbage.

The Lego Adventure Book, Volume Two Does It Again

October 30, 2013Kris Bordessa1

Author Megan H. Rothrock is back with a second book in the Lego Adventure Book series, and it’s a keeper.

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

October 29, 2013Kris Bordessa0

This month, the GeekMoms have tackled both fiction and non-fiction. From vampires and classic Stephen King to historical fiction and novels featuring strong female characters, the selection this month is quite varied!

A Live Action Short Film Inside Aperture Laboratories

October 24, 2013Kris Bordessa0

A live-action short film takes fans of Portal inside Aperture Laboratories.

The neon bright blown glass on display at Chihuly Garden and Glass.

5 Geek-Worthy Destinations in Seattle

October 13, 2013December 16, 2017Kris Bordessa0

There’s plenty to see in the Emerald City, and a fair number of them make the cut for those of us who consider ourselves geeks.

Lego Rivendell Wows at BrickCon 2013

October 9, 2013December 14, 2017Kris Bordessa3

An elaborate Lego version of Rivendell debuted at BrickCon 2013, delighting conference attendees and Tolkien fans.

BrickCon 2013 in Seattle This Weekend

October 5, 2013Kris Bordessa2

BrickCon 2013 brings Lego hobbyists together to share their love of the brick with Seattle families.

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

September 30, 2013Kris Bordessa0

This month, the GeekMoms have been captivated by a Kickstarter reward, entranced by classics, and educated about science fiction.

Pinbusted or Pintrusted: Natural Ant Killer

September 23, 2013Kris Bordessa4

Pinbusted or Pintrusted? Which of the popular natural ant killers on Pinterest actually work?

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

August 27, 2013December 14, 2017Kris Bordessa0

This month, the GeekMoms are reading about zombies, Shakespeare, art, gardening, and peculiar children. What’s on your bookshelf?

Would You Rent Lego Bricks?

August 13, 2013Kris Bordessa6

A new Netflix-style service offers users the option to rent Lego bricks.

Hacking the Tooth Fairy

August 8, 2013Kris Bordessa6

Instead of the usual cold hard cash, your Tooth Fairy might want to get creative.

Bubble Science: Making the Most of Your Suds

August 6, 2013Kris Bordessa0

Whip up a batch of homemade bubble solution and start blowing!

Delve Into World Geography With Geoguessr

August 5, 2013Kris Bordessa2

Geoguessr uses Google Street View technology to challenge players to find locations from around the world.

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

July 30, 2013Kris Bordessa1

Sherlock Holmes, Heinlein, Barbara Kingsolver and a book about fonts are part of this month’s GeekMom reading.

Read to Earn Free Entry to Northern California Science Centers and Museums

July 25, 2013Kris Bordessa0

Discover some stellar science centers and museums through the Discover and Go program or track down a reciprocal museum for savings on admission.

Google Doodle Celebrates 66th Anniversary of Roswell

July 8, 2013Kris Bordessa0

In today’s interactive Doodle, Google re-imagines the crash, putting a cute little alien on the ground—alive and well—in Roswell.

My Imaginary Well-Dressed Toddler Daughter

June 19, 2013Kris Bordessa0

“My Imaginary Well-Dressed Child” is a Pinterest board that excels at pure entertainment. Really. You want to take a look.

Cuusoo Makes Decision About Lego Portal Set

June 16, 2013Kris Bordessa0

There’s news from the folks at Cuusoo about the Fall 2012 review!

Edward Snowden: Brilliant "Dropout"

June 13, 2013Kris Bordessa3

Edward Snowden’s extensive, competent knowledge of surveillance, sophisticated technology, and programming is what landed him that job, diploma or no.

Eoin Colfer's The Reluctant Assassin

June 11, 2013December 14, 2017Kris Bordessa0

Fans of Colfer are sure to enjoy this new novel, The Reluctant Assassin.

The Turncoat: Renegades of the Revolution

June 5, 2013Kris Bordessa0

With the Revolutionary War as a backdrop, The Turncoat takes readers from the barracks of the Continental Army to a hearthside with Alexander Hamilton and beyond as Kate fights for her own life and that of the man she loves.

Handcrafted Steampunk USB Drives!

June 5, 2013Kris Bordessa0

Steampunk USB drives add a little bit of pizazz to any office.

Material World and Hungry Planet Show us the World

June 3, 2013Kris Bordessa0

There are two fabulous books that have (seriously) traveled 7,500 miles with my family over the years as we’ve moved from place to place, simply because they must be on our bookshelves. Material World: A Global Family Portrait and Hungry Planet: What the World Eats are wonderful, thought-provoking, educational, and interesting.

Between the Bookends at GeekMom

May 29, 2013Kris Bordessa0

This month the GeekMoms’ never-ending stack of books unfurled stories featuring angry teens, dragons, a bit of psychology and witches and more witches.