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June 3rd, 2012

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TOP PROJECTS FOR GEEKDAD DAY

I know you’re counting down the days until you can host your own GeekDad Day event. While music, food, and a great guest list are crucial, the most important part is what comes out of it – what will you make? Here are a few ideas for GeekDad Day projects that won’t go unnoticed. Find more ideas in the official GeekDad Day event guide.

Build a Hovercraft

Who would have thunk it? Hovercrafts are fairly easy to make and affordable. With plywood, a leaf blower, a shower curtain, duct tape, and insulation, you can piece together a floating-on-air vehicle. Just screw a chair on top and you’re ready to fly. 

Cook Up Some Glow Worms

You (and your kids) will love watching how tonic water can make these creepy crawly candies glow under a black light. Crumbled Oreo dirt really gives the project that extra touch.

Dissect Everything

Taking things apart might be even more fun than putting things together. Share the urge to see what’s inside by safely cutting into a baseball, a glow stick, and a speaker with these directions.