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‘Frosthaven’: A Bigger, Better, Cooler ‘Gloomhaven’

June 30, 2023June 29, 2023Jonathan H. Liu

Let’s dive into ‘Frosthaven,’ the sequel to the groundbreaking ‘Gloomhaven’ legacy game.

Survive the Stone Age in ‘Paleo’

June 6, 2021June 5, 2021Paul Benson2

‘Paleo’ is a compelling cooperative game where the theme is perfectly intertwined with the gameplay.

Round Up Some Farm Animals in ‘Barnyard Bunch’

May 26, 2021May 28, 2021Michael G. Pistiolas

It’s up to you to help the farmer and Lilli, the sheepdog, to keep the Barnyard Bunch from wandering off the farm.

‘Ashes Reborn’ Updates ‘Rise of the Phoenixborn’ With New Cards and Rules

April 17, 2021April 22, 2021Michael Knight

‘Ashes Reborn: Rise of the Phoenixborn’ is a card and dice game in which players take on the role of a demi-god magic wielder who casts spells and summons allies in order to defeat all other opponents.

Stack Overflow: Art and Craft Books!

February 23, 2020February 10, 2021Mariana Ruiz

There is an art book for every age here.

Stack Overflow: Brave New Worlds

February 10, 2020March 16, 2021Jonathan H. Liu

Today’s stack takes a look at some fascinating visions of the world: what it could have been, what it could become, what it looks like from a different angle.

Stack Overflow: The Top Five Books to Do Art With Your Kids – Plus Resources!

October 28, 2019March 26, 2021Mariana Ruiz

Collecting books about art-making is my guilty pleasure.

Scary Bad Halloween Jokes for the Whole Family

October 21, 2019Angela Leach

It’s always a good time for a bad joke. Halloween gives us all kinds of monsters and mayhem to play with. We think it is a ghoulishly good time for some ammunition when the neighborhood kids need a little trick with their treat. Enjoy these fun and awful Halloween jokes!

10 Things You Should Know About ‘Fire Emblem: Three Houses’

August 8, 2019May 23, 2020Z

Before you experience all of ‘Three Houses’ love, loss, betrayal, and betrothal, here are 10 things you should know.

Review – Dear Justice League: Kids Write Heroes

August 7, 2019August 7, 2020Ray Goldfield

Michael Northrop and Gustavo Duarte open the Justice League’s mailbox in this all-ages graphic novel.

Word Wednesday: Science Ninjas

August 7, 2019May 23, 2020Robin Brooks1

‘Science Ninjas: Big Trouble with Simple Machines’ is a perfect introduction to the principles of engineering.

D&D Waterdeep Dragon Heist: Session 21

August 6, 2019May 23, 2020Simon Yule

Last night was the 21st session in our online Waterdeep Dragon Heist D&D campaign and, after progressing to level three, our heroic adventurers had just rescued a cat.

Stack Overflow: 8 Fantastic Comics

August 5, 2019May 23, 2020Jonathan H. Liu

Today’s stack: some of my favorite comics that I’ve read in the past few months.

Bad Dad: Celebrating Our Nation by Breaking the Law

July 4, 2019July 4, 2019Admin

It was July 3rd and I was returning home from a business trip. My flight was late getting in and I was beyond ready to be done with the traveling. I left the Kansas City Airport parking lot to begin …

Summer Is Here: What Are Your Favorite Grilling Hacks?

July 4, 2019July 5, 2019Ken Denmead

What are YOUR tips, tricks, and hacks for pulling off great backyard cooking?

Find New Tabletop Games for Your Family With Our Review Index and Recommended Games Store!

May 20, 2019May 19, 2019Ken Denmead

Want to find tabletop games to play? Browse 10 years of reviews at our Tabletop Game Review Index, or shop the GeekDad Approved Game Store!

In Light of ‘Avengers: Endgame:’ Parents, Please Talk to Your Kids About Spoilers

April 25, 2019Rob Huddleston1

Have you talked to your kids about spoilers? With the release of ‘Avengers: Endgame’ this weekend, now’s a better time than ever to do so.

Paper and Paste: Making Stuff With Children

April 8, 2019April 8, 2019Bernd Grobauer

Our first self-made mask out of papier-mâché had initially been met with a certain dose of skepticism by child #1. Wasn’t the mask–it was Halloween–funny rather than scary? Wouldn’t a “self-bought” rather than self-made mask have been cooler? Would he be made fun of? But the god of makers had mercy…

Scary Bad Halloween Jokes for the Whole Family

October 30, 2018October 29, 2018Angela Leach1

It’s always a good time for a bad joke. Halloween gives us all kinds of monsters and mayhem to play with. We think it is a ghoulishly good time for some ammunition when the neighborhood kids need a little trick with their treat. Enjoy these fun and awful Halloween jokes!

Puzzle Books for the Whole Family

August 14, 2018April 19, 2020Jenny Bristol

If you or your family is the puzzle-loving sort, here are three new puzzle books, with a little something for everyone in the family.

Table for Two: Pull Off a European Heist in ‘Caper’

August 13, 2018April 19, 2020Sara Blackburn

In ‘Caper,’ two criminal masterminds duel to assemble the best team of Thieves and Gear to steal valuable goods from some of the poshest European locales.

Fandoms and Geekery: It’s Okay to Not Like What Other People Like

July 9, 2018July 8, 2018Jenny Bristol2

If everyone but you likes the latest geeky thing, do not fret. Stick with what you like—it’s important to be fulfilled by your hobbies and interests.

An Interview With Jean Leggett: ‘Shakespeare’s Landlord,’ Literacy, and Gaming

June 10, 2018May 7, 2020Karen Walsh

Reading Time: 8 minutes A few months ago, a woman in my TechLadies Facebook Group, Jean Leggett, posted about her company One More Story Games and her upcoming game based on the Charlaine Harris Lily Bard series. After a few conversations with Jean, I started reading the series and fell in love with Lily. In […]

Parents Need to Know—’Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery’

June 9, 2018May 7, 2020Rory Bristol8

In case you’ve been living under a rock or just (un)lucky enough to not discover it before now, ‘Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery’ is the latest release in the Wizarding World, available on iOS and Android. This spoiler-filled post serves to highlight what parents need to know about ‘Hogwarts Mystery.’ Skip to the TL;DR at the bottom for a spoiler-free summary.

8 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Ocean’s 8’

June 8, 2018May 7, 2020Jonathan H. Liu

‘Ocean’s 8’ opened this weekend. Here’s what you need to know.

Visiting Ottawa, Including the Canadian War Museum

June 8, 2018May 7, 2020Brad Moon

Teenagers in tow, we visited Canada’s capital, Ottawa, visiting destinations like Parliament Hill, the Canadian Museum of History, and the Canadian War Museum.

Social Media Outrage: We Need A Cure

June 8, 2018May 7, 2020Dakster Sullivan

Empty outrage. Image: Pixabay Whenever a celebrity death happens, the cause of death spurs outrage, anger, and sadness. It brings people to the table for however long that celebrity’s name stays trending on social media. Once that name falls off, people get upset over the next trending topic and forget all about the energy […]

Review: The Quilo Evaporative Cooler Is an Excellent Way to Beat the Heat

May 29, 2018May 13, 2020Ken Denmead

The Quilo uses evaporative cooling to keep your space comfortable without blowing the electricity budget. Its portability and functionality will make it a welcome companion while you try to beat the heat this summer.