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3/18/18 - By Jessica Laird

If a summer filled with flying drones, engineering robots, launching rockets, and modding Minecraft sounds a dream come true for your kiddo, then the Boston Area camp scene certainly won't disappoint! With loads of STEM and STEAM programs available at nearby universities, parks, libraries, and more, there are plenty of options for you and your curious kid to choose from. Plus, with the growing importance of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math studies, you can feel extra good about signing your child up for these hands-on, highly-interactive, enriching summer programs.

Since the STEM/STEAM scene is booming these days, we've narrowed the list down to some of the top options in and around Boston. From flexible to affordable, read on for a selection of summer camps for kids ages 3 to 18. And for even more ideas, take a look at our Boston Summer Camp Guide.

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This leader in computer education for kids is serving up STEM-focused week-long summer programs for ages 7-16. Choose from coding, game developlment, Minecraft, Roblox, and more. Opt for a private course for a group of 5 friends at no additional fee. READ MORE

iD Tech Summer Programs in Boston

Various Boston Area Locations
iD Tech offers day and overnight camps for students ages 7 to 18. Programs include learning to code, designing video games, modding Minecraft, creating with Roblox, engineering robots, modeling and printing 3-D characters, building laptops, learning about cybersecurity, and more. READ MORE

Edge on Science - Summer STEM Adventures

Various Boston Area Locations
Kids who love tinkering can engage in science and engineering projects in a week-long Edge on Science camp. Rising 3rd to 12th grade campers can choose from 11 different project-based specialty STEM programs led by an engineer, scientist, and/or scholar. Programs feature a low child-to-instructor ratio of 6:1 or less. READ MORE

Empow Studios - Camps

Various Boston Area Locations
At Empow STEM Camp, kids entering grades 2 to 8 learn to design, build, and code. Empow Studios has many camp programs to choose from, including tech and design, Minecraft, and robotics. READ MORE

the hive at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum

Lincoln
The hive is a place for curious kids ages 5 to 12 who want to think, discover, and make things together. Contemporary art in deCordova's 30-acre sculpture park and museum galleries connects the hive’s weekly themes to real-world ideas, unbounded creativity, and inspiring innovation. READ MORE

LINX Camps

Wellesley
LINX proudly offers over 40 camps for kids age 3 years through 10th grade, including a selection of STEAM programs. Campers can opt for Coding Cadets, Cupcake Battles, Project Fashion, and other courses that encourge kids to explore the world around them. READ MORE

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