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The Creative & Social Power of Play with Eric Zimmerman

Register for Tech Unlimited’s upcoming virtual Parent Talk on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM EST
Eric Zimmerman is a game designer, author, and NYU professor with over 30 years of experience creating digital, tabletop, and large-scale games. In this talk, he’ll explore the creative and social power of play and why it can be especially transformative for neurodiverse learners. Discover how games and playful thinking can unlock new ways for your child to engage, connect, and thrive.
About the Speaker
Eric Zimmerman is a professor at the NYU Game Center, game designer, and author who has written many books, including The Rules We Break. With more than 30 years of experience designing digital, tabletop, and large-scale interactive games — including Diner Dash, Gamestar Mechanic, LEGO Junkbot, Quantum, and The Metagame — his work focuses on the creative and social power of play.


