In this episode, the first thing I do is review the new book by Phil Rink – Jimi & Isaac 1a: School Soccer. This book is a wonderful story of how trying something new and changing up habits is a good thing which can lead you to discovering talents you didn’t know you had! You can pick it up here at Amazon – please support independent authors that you like! Thanks to Phil for the book, and we look forward to more in this fun series, aimed at upper elementary and middle schoolers.
Air-dry clay, cardboard, acrylic craft paints and printed pictures
Then I discuss two different topics that work well together – supplies for school projects and having lots of craft supplies for cold, dreary afternoons with bored kids. I list basic supplies to have on hand that are good for all ages, and then talk about how we’ve used some more advanced supplies in craft projects and how that can be helpful for those school dioramas and models. Check out these pics for some of the projects I mention.
Geronimo Stilton puppet made from polymer clay, pipe cleaners, construction paper, tape and a wooden dowel
Polymer clay organelles in a glycerin soap cell model
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In this episode, I share some ideas for Halloween costumes, makup tips, including a great intro makeup voicemail from our friend and makeup artist Lizzie, and some cool pumpkin ideas. We got some great ideas, including no-sew and last minute options here at Family Fun magazine, and some fun geeky costume ideas using boxes here. There are also some fun ideas here at Costume Idea Zone
Here are a few links to some cool pumpkin videos, including a steampunk jack-o-lantern how-to and some freaky falling and smashing pumpkins below!
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This time, I discuss our visit to Estes Park, Colorado, and our trips into the Rocky Mountain National Park, one of the wonders of the U.S.! We enjoyed seeing the Rooftop Rodeo, where an afternoon thunderstorm gave us a true Double Rainbow (see the second faint one to the left of the first, over the top of that mountain), as well as enjoying the splendor of the mountains. The kids even got to play in snow in July!
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The cassowary, allegedly the “world’s most dangerous bird.” Pic credit
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In this episode, I talk about our plans for sports and activities to get us off the computers and out of the house during the summer – mostly SWIM TEAM!!! I encourage all of you to find some great activities that your kid enjoys to try and to get them out of the house!
And in honor of Geek Pride Day, check out this supershort story inspired by The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, written by Kreg Steppe and brought to you by the Technorama Podcast at Chuckchat.com. You guys rock!
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Hey everyone! This episode, we have some great voicemails and emails, celebrating our 100th episode, as well as voicemails from Gary and RapidEye about family vacations, genetic guilt, comic books on e-readers, and cooking with kids! Thanks to Kevin Bachelder from Tuning in to SciFi TV, The Signal, and many other podcasts, and to Chuck Tomasi and Kreg Steppe from Technorama for sending in their good wishes!
Also, happy birthday to Amanda this week! My girl is getting so grown up!
And don’t forget to go over to the Parsec Awards site and nominate your favorite speculative fiction podcasts!
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In this episode, I am joined by my son Kevin as we go over our favorite things that we did as we visited Epcot Center, Disney Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World in Orlando. There’s no way to do all of the rides and attractions, any more than we can cover these parks adequately on a single podcast, so we followed the rule – Do what you most want to! Here’s our descriptions of our must-see attractions and high points!
Today, as we record, the huge earthquakes and tsunamis have hit Japan. Our hearts go out to our friends there, and we hope everyone is safe. Here’s a way you can help. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies accepts donations via text message. Text “redcross” to 90999, and you can make a $10 donation to the organization. It will show up on your next mobile phone bill.
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This episode, I totally geek out over the Kennedy Space Center in Titusville, FL, in the first part of my coverage of our family vacation to Orlando last week. In addition to describing the center and its attractions, I try to provide some good advice about taking geeky family vacations – packing, saving money, and finding some educational opportunities while having a great time with the family!
Info about Kennedy Space Center can be found here – I heartily recommend going this summer if you can, before we stop the shuttle program!
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Here’s the second part of our discussion, covering the topics of books and sports for kids plus some other fun stuff – check out the links below. Thanks so much to Gary for chatting with me, and for all he does for us at HTGYG! Origami Yoda
Girls on the Run is the program that Amanda is joining again to train for running a 5K! Check it out for your girls!
And check out the last two Space Shuttle flights – happening this year! Check the NASA Human Spaceflight Site for info and NASA TV!
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While still recovering from the Snowpocalypse here in ATL, I wanted to give your guys my thoughts on cooking with your kids. Not only is it a skill that everyone needs, it also gives you an opportunity to teach math, science, history, culture and good old common sense about how the world works, while also giving you a great experience with your kids. Here are some great references for cooking information to help your adventure! ( I referenced the Betty Crocker cookbook in the podcast, but I actually meant the Better Homes and Gardens New CookBook pictured here!)
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How To Grow Your Geek, or HTGYG for short, is a podcast created to share a love of geeking and parenting, and to provide advice on how to combine the two. There will be reviews of movies, board games, books, television shows and video games on their fun value as well as their family appropriateness, and discussions of geeky topics and parent issues. Audience participation, both parents and children, is encouraged, and email and voicemail questions will be answered if at all possible.
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