Oculus Rift is a new, next generation virtual reality gaming headset. A few months ago, I heard that Google gave each attendee at their I/O conference a cardboard, DIY virtual reality headset kit. I posted it on Facebook, where I share lot of breaking news and fun stuff. You should follow along. I must have passed the news along to my boys, too. Young Maker Teen decided he wanted make a Google Cardboard Virtual Reality (VR) headset at home. I ... [ Read More ]
How to Lift the “m” off of an M&M
Yes, you can lift the "m" off of M&Ms. I recalled this old trick while in the candy aisle on a post-Easter shopping spree at Target. M&Ms are made by coating small round bits of chocolate with a candy shell so that, yes, it melts in your mouth, not in your hands (mostly). The "m" is printed after the candy coating has hardened and (I think) been glazed. To remove the signature letter, take a small cup or bowl and fill it with an ... [ Read More ]
Makey Makey + Minecraft = Cure for Boredom
A bored, whining child is never fun to deal with. And when said child lives in a house filled with toys, books, games and craft supplies, he can be especially annoying. But instead of turning on the nearest screen and calming him with a digital pacifier, steel yourself, cover your ears and give him a bit of time. Like the calm before the storm, boredom is often the precursor to creative exploration. You just need to be patient. As The Maker ... [ Read More ]