Comments for How To Grow Your Geek: Parenting and More! http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net Parenting while being a Geek, and maybe, just maybe, getting your kids to be Geeks too! Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:57:07 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 Comment on HTGYG Show #122: Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Trek Nation by susiethegeek http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2012/01/23/htgyg-show-122-neil-degrasse-tyson-and-trek-nation/comment-page-1/#comment-1895 susiethegeek Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:57:07 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=298#comment-1895 Thanks Doug! I'll keep you all posted on the progress - and I appreciate the encouragement. I'm psyching myself up to do this! Susie Thanks Doug! I’ll keep you all posted on the progress – and I appreciate the encouragement. I’m psyching myself up to do this!
Susie

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #122: Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Trek Nation by Doug in Alaska http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2012/01/23/htgyg-show-122-neil-degrasse-tyson-and-trek-nation/comment-page-1/#comment-1894 Doug in Alaska Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:59:59 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=298#comment-1894 If dragon Naturally speaking doesn't end up working for you, I'm sure you can find volunteers that would transcribe straight audio recordings...(HINT HINT) If dragon Naturally speaking doesn’t end up working for you, I’m sure you can find volunteers that would transcribe straight audio recordings…(HINT HINT)

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #122: Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Trek Nation by susiethegeek http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2012/01/23/htgyg-show-122-neil-degrasse-tyson-and-trek-nation/comment-page-1/#comment-1893 susiethegeek Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:12:55 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=298#comment-1893 Thanks Ed! We'll definitely try that one - you aren't the only person who's recommended that app! Susie Thanks Ed! We’ll definitely try that one – you aren’t the only person who’s recommended that app!
Susie

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #122: Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Trek Nation by Ed from Texas http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2012/01/23/htgyg-show-122-neil-degrasse-tyson-and-trek-nation/comment-page-1/#comment-1880 Ed from Texas Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:30:50 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=298#comment-1880 Ipad app recommendation - STAR WALK. Especially if you have the Ipad 2. Your night sky watching will never be the same. Ipad app recommendation – STAR WALK. Especially if you have the Ipad 2. Your night sky watching will never be the same.

]]> Comment on Darcy’s Kid-Friendly Anime Links by susiethegeek http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2009/04/20/darcys-kid-friendly-anime-links/comment-page-1/#comment-1839 susiethegeek Sun, 08 Jan 2012 23:03:20 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=127#comment-1839 Bruce, I've not heard of Tinierme.com, so I'll have to do some research and let you know! Thanks for the comment! Susie Bruce,

I’ve not heard of Tinierme.com, so I’ll have to do some research and let you know!
Thanks for the comment!
Susie

]]> Comment on Darcy’s Kid-Friendly Anime Links by Bruce Bell-Myers http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2009/04/20/darcys-kid-friendly-anime-links/comment-page-1/#comment-1838 Bruce Bell-Myers Sat, 07 Jan 2012 19:45:35 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=127#comment-1838 What do you know about tinierme.com? My six-year old is SO into Vocaloid and Miku, and she very much would like to join this site. But it looks too grown up to me - not as safe as "Club Penguin" which is made for the younger set. My first instinct is to say not til you're older. I suppose you'd agree... Any thoughts on alternate manga / anime oriented sites like that I could offer her? She is quite precocious, reading well above her level - a true geek, you know. What do you know about tinierme.com? My six-year old is SO into Vocaloid and Miku, and she very much would like to join this site. But it looks too grown up to me – not as safe as “Club Penguin” which is made for the younger set. My first instinct is to say not til you’re older. I suppose you’d agree…

Any thoughts on alternate manga / anime oriented sites like that I could offer her? She is quite precocious, reading well above her level – a true geek, you know.

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #99: Jimi & Isaac and Places to See! by Phil Rink http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/04/01/htgyg-show-99-jimi-isaac-and-places-to-see/comment-page-1/#comment-1816 Phil Rink Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:23:03 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=270#comment-1816 Howdy! The new book is out. You reviewed the first two on April 1, and now Jimi and Isaac 1a: School Soccer is available. Please let us know if you would like a review copy (Kindle or paper). Regards: Phil Rink Howdy!

The new book is out. You reviewed the first two on April 1, and now Jimi and Isaac 1a: School Soccer is available.

Please let us know if you would like a review copy (Kindle or paper).

Regards:
Phil Rink

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #116: Halloween Fun: Costumes, Makeup and Pumpkins! by Hair and Makeup Artist for Girls - How to Give You Star Looks With A Click http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/10/29/htgyg-show-116-halloween-fun-costumes-makeup-and-pumpkins/comment-page-1/#comment-1811 Hair and Makeup Artist for Girls - How to Give You Star Looks With A Click Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:02:36 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=291#comment-1811 [...] they love the most. The winner could be awarded with an at-home makeover like their personal image.Hair and Makeup Artist for Girls Spending the day doing hair and makeup with your daughter may not b...heir creativity and play with their friends. The possibilities when creating new looks are [...] [...] they love the most. The winner could be awarded with an at-home makeover like their personal image.Hair and Makeup Artist for Girls Spending the day doing hair and makeup with your daughter may not b…heir creativity and play with their friends. The possibilities when creating new looks are [...]

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #110: Mythical Creatures, MonsterTalk and Colorado Voicemails by susiethegeek http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/08/17/htgyg-show-110-mythical-creatures-monstertalk-and-colorado-voicemails/comment-page-1/#comment-1770 susiethegeek Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:47:09 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=283#comment-1770 Hi Nicole -Thanks for listening and letting me know you liked it! Hi Nicole -Thanks for listening and letting me know you liked it!

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #110: Mythical Creatures, MonsterTalk and Colorado Voicemails by Nicole http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/08/17/htgyg-show-110-mythical-creatures-monstertalk-and-colorado-voicemails/comment-page-1/#comment-1769 Nicole Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:13:38 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=283#comment-1769 Oh, i lovend this episode! I started following you in April and listen in my car. As my son grows older (now 9 months) you give me so many ideas for the future. Oh, i lovend this episode! I started following you in April and listen in my car. As my son grows older (now 9 months) you give me so many ideas for the future.

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #114: Science and History Podcasts for Kids & Teens by susiethegeek http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/10/07/htgyg-show-114-science-and-history-podcasts-for-kids-teens/comment-page-1/#comment-1765 susiethegeek Sat, 15 Oct 2011 04:18:13 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=289#comment-1765 Hi WebGenii, Thanks for the recommendations - great bug podcasts! I'll have to check them out for our entomology lovers! And I'll go look for Quirks and Quarks too! Susie Hi WebGenii,
Thanks for the recommendations – great bug podcasts! I’ll have to check them out for our entomology lovers! And I’ll go look for Quirks and Quarks too!
Susie

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #114: Science and History Podcasts for Kids & Teens by Bruno http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/10/07/htgyg-show-114-science-and-history-podcasts-for-kids-teens/comment-page-1/#comment-1764 Bruno Thu, 13 Oct 2011 06:45:35 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=289#comment-1764 <i><a href="http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/hsw-shows/stuff-you-missed-in-history-class-podcast.htm" rel="nofollow">Stuff You Missed in History Class</a> – History info podcast by the How Stuff Works website. These ladies choose specific subjects within history, and discuss the “real deal” of what happened. Jack the Ripper, Catherine the Great, the Freedom Riders – you name it in history, these ladies have probably talked about it. Great for getting a kid started on a research project  on a particular person or event in history!</i> +1 Stuff You Missed in History Class – History info podcast by the How Stuff Works website. These ladies choose specific subjects within history, and discuss the “real deal” of what happened. Jack the Ripper, Catherine the Great, the Freedom Riders – you name it in history, these ladies have probably talked about it. Great for getting a kid started on a research project  on a particular person or event in history!
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]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #114: Science and History Podcasts for Kids & Teens by WebGenii http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/10/07/htgyg-show-114-science-and-history-podcasts-for-kids-teens/comment-page-1/#comment-1762 WebGenii Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:52:47 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=289#comment-1762 Love the Recommendations Here are four we enjoy 1) Bug Bytes http://insects.tamu.edu/podcast/Bug_Bytes_Site/Podcast/Podcast.html "Welcome to Bug Bytes, a bimonthly podcast from Texas A&M University’s Department of Entomology in collaboration with Solpugid Productions. This podcast series takes you on a global expedition to discover what insects, spiders and other similar animals know that we don’t! " 2) Insectapodcast http://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/insectapod-cast/id259675903 "InsectaPod Cast uses entertaining interview and narration to deepen listeners' understanding of the science and circumstance connecting people, insects and the environment. New episodes are available at least once per month and explore through interview with academic experts, field technicians, and agricultural producers biodiversity and the roles insects and humans play in each others' lives. InsectaPod Cast is a product of the Michigan State University Department of Entomology." 3)Quirks and Quarks http://www.cbc.ca/quirks/ A long running science show from CBC 4)The Age of Persuasion http://www.cbc.ca/ageofpersuasion/ not science, but a very useful starting point to talk about how advertising works. Love the Recommendations
Here are four we enjoy
1) Bug Bytes http://insects.tamu.edu/podcast/Bug_Bytes_Site/Podcast/Podcast.html “Welcome to Bug Bytes, a bimonthly podcast from Texas A&M University’s Department of Entomology in collaboration with Solpugid Productions. This podcast series takes you on a global expedition to discover what insects, spiders and other similar animals know that we don’t! ”
2) Insectapodcast http://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/insectapod-cast/id259675903 “InsectaPod Cast uses entertaining interview and narration to deepen listeners’ understanding of the science and circumstance connecting people, insects and the environment. New episodes are available at least once per month and explore through interview with academic experts, field technicians, and agricultural producers biodiversity and the roles insects and humans play in each others’ lives. InsectaPod Cast is a product of the Michigan State University Department of Entomology.”
3)Quirks and Quarks http://www.cbc.ca/quirks/ A long running science show from CBC
4)The Age of Persuasion http://www.cbc.ca/ageofpersuasion/
not science, but a very useful starting point to talk about how advertising works.

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show#69: Incan Gold and Meteorite Men by itsar http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2010/04/21/htgyg-show69-incan-gold-and-meteorite-men/comment-page-1/#comment-1759 itsar Mon, 10 Oct 2011 08:33:57 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=211#comment-1759 I never play this game and I think I will try it first and give my opinion later, but I curious to play this game after I read your reviews. I never play this game and I think I will try it first and give my opinion later, but I curious to play this game after I read your reviews.

]]> Comment on HTGYG Show #114: Science and History Podcasts for Kids & Teens by susiethegeek http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/2011/10/07/htgyg-show-114-science-and-history-podcasts-for-kids-teens/comment-page-1/#comment-1756 susiethegeek Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:19:07 +0000 http://www.howtogrowyourgeek.net/?p=289#comment-1756 Thanks for letting me know. I'll go see what software issues I've got going on! Thanks for letting me know. I’ll go see what software issues I’ve got going on!

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