Summer Archives

Hit the Beach and the Books: Summer Reading List 2017

June 20, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Hit the beach with our favorite summer reads.

Travel Is To Live Image: Dakster Sullivan

Get Ready to Travel Through The Summer

June 8, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Discover new items we think you need in your travel bag.

H20 Voyager 180 Full Face Snorkel Mask, GoPro Edition

May 31, 2017Dakster Sullivan

One piece snorkel mask takes the anxiety out of snorkeling.

Review: Adventure Force Water Blasters Unleashed

May 28, 2017Mordechai Luchins

Memorial Day weekend means summer is here. Summer means lots of things, but, for me, a big part of that is… water fights! So let’s arm up with the latest from Adventure Force.

Happy Holidays and Solstice Celebrations

December 20, 2016Evil Genius Mum1

We don’t do Christmas. There. I said it. Why? I’m Pagan. EG Dad is Atheist. Instead, we celebrate the Solstice. Best of both worlds.

Time to LEGO of Summer

September 7, 2016Dakster Sullivan

It may be time to let go of summer, but you can embrace the new school year with LEGO.

Summer and I: Relationship Status: ‘It’s Complicated’

August 25, 2016Karen Walsh2

Dear Summer: I’m changing our Facebook status to “It’s complicated.”

Kickstarter Alert: Cinch! Tents Keep You Cool, Power Your Devices

August 16, 2016Jenny Bristol

If there was ever a tent to encourage me to camp more, it would be the new Cinch! tents. Their original models were launched via Kickstarter in 2014, but now they are upping the ante and improving on them.

Review: Two Brothers Beer Is Great Summer Refreshment

July 28, 2016Matt Blum1

If you like a good cold beer on a hot summer day, you should check Two Brothers out.

Apocalyptic Summer Reads

July 2, 2016Rebecca Angel

Sitting on a beach, reading tales of humanity’s destruction. Sound good to you? Rebecca Angel has a list of great apocalyptic novels for you.

Our Summer Reading Favorites, For Children and Adults

June 23, 2016Dakster Sullivan

Need ideas on what to read this summer? We’ve put together a list of our favorites.

Candylicious Edible Bubble Review

June 17, 2016Melody 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?

IncrediBuilds 3-D Wooden Puzzle Kit Review

June 11, 2016December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan

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

GeekMom Fashion Inspiration: Ellie Sattler Beachwear

May 21, 2016Sophie Brown

If the thought of the beach brings you out in a cold sweat, consider using the occasion for some subtle cosplay courtesy of Jurassic Park’s Ellie Sattler.

Just Like Regular Camp, Only With Swords, Magic, and Monsters

February 16, 2016Matt Blum

You know how you’re envious of your kids for growing up in an era of smartphones, DVRs, and Marvel comic book adaptations that are actually worth seeing? Here’s another thing to add to that list: the awesomest, geekiest summer camp ever.

Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge: And Back to School We Go

August 27, 2015Natania Barron

It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. Summer is waning. Even here in North Carolina, where the hot season tends to linger a little longer than I’d like, we’ve had hints of autumn. My daughter just started preschool, and my son is back to school next week. But they had some great times this summer—we traveled, we relaxed (well, at least they did), and we immersed ourselves in some great books.

Make Weird, Wonderful Ice Cream Without the Work

August 22, 2015Rachel Cericola

Rachel takes a peek (and a taste) at the ‘No Churn Ice Cream’ book.

Kids + Swimming – For Parents

July 22, 2015Rory Bristol1

The author recalls the shock of learning his ten-year-old son couldn’t swim!

30 Cool Things Kids Can Learn Online (for Free!)

July 14, 2015Common Sense Media

From Common Sense Media: links, videos, and instructions for really fun family projects.

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Help Your Kids Love Learning With LoveMath

July 10, 2015Z

Over the past several weeks I’ve spoken extensively about the LoveMath online learning system from GeekDad’s latest sponsor, GPA Learn. I’ve explored its robust progress tracker as well as its integrated reward system, but something I’ve only touched on is the effectiveness of the tutorials themselves.

Follow Your Child’s Progress With LoveMath™

June 29, 2015Z

Just like you, I’m a busy parent. I make it a point to try and keep my kids motivated to learn throughout the summer, but I don’t exactly have the time (or the skillset) to develop full lesson plans. Thankfully LoveMath™ from GPA Learn, GeekDad’s latest sponsor, does this heavy lifting for me.

Join This NASA Summer Online Mentoring Program to Learn About Real Life STEM

June 25, 2015Ariane Coffin

NASA Girls and Boys connects middle school students with NASA employees for a 5-week online summer mentoring program in all things STEM. The time to apply is now!

Reward the Work With LoveMath™

June 22, 2015Z

One of the things that intrigued me about LoveMath™, the web-based educational program that’s also GeekDad’s newest sponsor, was its integrated reward system.

Scholastic Books Saves the Summer

June 20, 2015Dakster Sullivan1

Dakster refuses to let her son slip into an electronics-induced coma. With Scholastic Books’ help, her son won’t know what hit his imagination.

It's NERF or nothing in this house. Image: Dakster Sullivan

It’s Nerf or Nothing This Summer!

June 15, 2015Dakster Sullivan

Dakster gives a video tour of her new Nerf arsenal. You can bet someone got wet during testing.

Fighting the Summer Slump With LoveMath™

June 3, 2015Z

LoveMath™, our newest sponsor, offers web-based math programs that gamify the learning experience for grades K-5, with each grade featuring 150 lessons and over 10,000 practice problems.