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Sara Kiley Watson and Corinne Iozzio
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It’s time to explain some game theory
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Pexman, Reggin & Madigan/The Conversation
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For astronauts in space, play is a way to stay safe
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Sara Scoles
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Behind the scenes of our summer cover, a working Rube Goldberg machine
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Bonnie Tsui
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Britni de la Cretaz
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Meet the dads who can’t quit pinewood derby racing—even after their kids are over it
PopSci’s Summer issue is available now—for everyone
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Mary Baxter/The Conversation
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This Company Wants To Put Your Children To Work
Why Do Animals Love To Play In The Snow?
10 Board Games We’re Glad We Never Played
Are Angry Legos Harming Our Children?
Videogame Designers Envision The Future of Fun
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Jon Irwin
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Minecraft: Making Your Own Fun, One Brick At a Time
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Gus Mastrapa
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State of Play: The World’s Most Amazing Playgrounds
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Geoff Manaugh
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PopSci’s Guide to The Best New Kids’ Toys for Adults
Is Play Unique to Mammals?
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Make a guess game
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