San Francisco, CA – Play Piper is proud to announce that its Computer Kit has been honored with the Future’s Best of Show Award presented by Tech & Learning at ISTELive 2025 in the Primary Education category.
The Best of Show Awards recognize the most innovative and impactful products showcased at ISTE, evaluated by a panel of expert judges and editors. Each entry is scored against criteria including innovation, feature set, performance, and potential to support teaching and learning.
“Thank you to Tech & Learning for this award. At Play Piper, we believe the best way to learn STEM is by doing — and the Piper Computer Kit brings that belief to life. This award is a tribute to the educators, students, and team members who make hands-on learning possible every day. We’re proud to be part of a movement that’s inspiring the next generation of inventors,” said Bob Wood, President of Play Piper.
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Piper Computer Kit is a build-it-yourself computer that teaches students the fundamentals of engineering, electronics, and coding through hands-on exploration. Designed for upper elementary and middle school learners, the kit combines a Raspberry Pi microcomputer with real hardware components, guided by an interactive storyline that brings STEM concepts to life. As students build, wire, and code their own computers, they develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and computational skills in a fun and engaging way.
Winners of the Best of Show Award receive a crystal-glass trophy and are featured across Future’s education media platforms, including AV Technology, online articles, newsletters, and social channels. Public announcements were made during ISTE at the Tech & Learning reception, with continued promotion following the event.
About Play Piper
Play Piper is a STEM education company dedicated to inspiring the next generation of inventors and creators through hands-on, project-based learning. By blending storytelling with technology and engineering challenges, Piper products are trusted by educators and parents around the world to bring computer science to life.
Media Contact:
Laura Spencer
Play Piper, LLC
laura@playpiper.com
