A roundup of camps, projects, and intensives that bring together science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics for a fun and engaging summer of learning.

Although kids are playing less on their own than they did decades ago, experts and educators know play is essential for children’s development. The Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative is working to educate decision makers on the critical importance of play and turn parents, city officials, and even business owners into play advocates.

For 21st century learners, skills like patience and problem solving are proving just as critical as technical know-how.