Saw this over at Instructables the other day, and thought it was just the kind of GeekDad project our readers would love: how to make a Naruto-style headband for your kids to wear and play ninja with.

In the world of Naruto, the shinobi are the main military forces of their villages and nations Shinobi characters in the popular anime series Naruto are seen wearing headbands, but why do they do so?

"Julio Rodríguez loves Naruto so much that the Mariners are giving away a headband inspired by the iconic anime on Aug. 28th." Fans can get their hands on the exclusive merchandise, featuring the ...