Come explore chemistry in the kitchen. We'll be cooking, baking, and concocting recipes that will test the limits of science. Bring your apron and get ready to make some delicious recipes.
This session will allow the campers to explore the circulatory system. The student will discover vocabulary such as pulse, veins, artery, and blood vessels. We will work in groups to develop various amusement park rides to represent the circulatory system. The campers will use Legos, recycled materials, and PVC pipes to engineer a replica of an amusement park ride.
Students will explore robotics and problem solving through the use of WeDo Legos. Students will learn the basics of programming, choose a variety of projects to build, and then combine the Legos with LittleBits electric circuitry pieces to solve a problem.
Use some of your favorite movies as inspiration STEM style! From Willy Wonka to Star Wars and more, come prepared to see these amazing movies from a different point of view through coding, robotics, science, creativity and more.
Make art that can move! Students will learn about selected kinetic art/artists, and then create their own motion masterpieces. Three to four different completed projects, time permitting.
Students will learn the basics of cutting and arranging glass to be used in a mosaic or fused (melted together) in a kiln. Even young artists can make a piece of fused glass jewelry, an ornament, or a suncatcher, and complete a mosaic project. Students must be able to responsibly handle sharp glass and handle tools.
Have you ever watered a plant without touching a watering can? Have you ever rang a bell without touching the bell? How about popping a balloon without touching the balloon? You can do all of these with a Rube Goldberg machine! Come join us as we create a series of events to complete a simple task.
Come play ukulele! Have a blast learning to play ukulele with your friends. All skill levels welcome. Ukuleles will be provided or you can bring your own.
Learn the basics of flight and motion using hovercraft and drones. Learn the difference between lift, thrust, gravity, drag, pitch, yaw and roll. Learn how to fly a drone, program a controller, and design air-power vehicles.
In this activity, students will explore the history of rockets, look at a variety of rockets, and identify different ways to make and fly rockets. They will be challenged to design and create their own rocket to fly. Prior to their rocket creation, students will participate in several mini-science experiments about how a rocket works and explore space via an interactive website.
Campers will be introduced to the field of computer science and the concepts of computational thinking through the creation of mobile apps. Students will learn the basic fundamental of creating a Mobile App. (Android based app)
Come learn how to code using computers, mini-robots, and more! You will learn the basics of each tool as well as how to use them in thinking outside the box to create and explore challenges as well as problem solving.
Make art that can move! Students will learn about selected kinetic art/artists, and then create their own motion masterpieces. Three to four different completed projects, time permitting.
Come learn the basics of crocheting. We will learn how to make a slip knot, crochet a chain, and beginner stitches to create a fun, colorful, and unique project. Your imagination is the only limit to what you can create!
Come explore chemistry in the kitchen. We'll be cooking, baking, and concocting recipes that will test the limits of science. Bring your apron and get ready to make some delicious recipes.
Come join us as we have fun and get messy making art. Have you ever made an Origami unicorn, fighter jet or Star Wars character? Have you ever seen Oobleck change colors, created slime, or made fake snow? Come join us as we create our own masterpieces!
Quills are the main focus in this fun session. We will use quill pens to write and illustrate various observations. Then we will use the art of quilling to replicate our observations into basic geometric quill shapes.
Students will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of small animals in my classroom. They will learn about each animal and how to properly care for them.
Design, build, and test a variety of projects - from pinball machines to mousetrap cars to robotic arms using a variety of materials. Learn how things work with motors, gears, pulleys and more. If you are an inventor, this is the invention course for you.
Students will learn the basics of cutting and arranging glass to be used in a mosaic or fused (melted together) in a kiln. They will make a piece of fused glass jewelry, an ornament or suncatcher, and complete a mosaic project. For motivated or experienced students, a variety of other glass projects will be available. Students must be able to responsibly handle sharp glass and handle tools.
Students will participate in various activities and art projects designed to bring them a greater understanding and appreciation for the fascinating natural world around us.
Students will learn the basics of cutting and arranging glass to be used in a mosaic or fused (melted together) in a kiln. Even young artists can make a piece of fused glass jewelry, an ornament, or a suncatcher, and complete a mosaic project. Students must be able to responsibly handle sharp glass and handle tools.
Bring your creativity and explore the world of fiber. We will use a variety of techniques, materials and ideas to create several fun projects that you can enjoy yourself or give as gifts to friends and family. Students will need to bring a pair of inexpensive white canvas sneakers to class on the first day of camp.
Students will learn the steps of coding while making code to share with the camp. They will write their own code and try to stump the instructor. Activities are designed for beginners as well as students with more experience.
Come join us as we have fun and get messy making art. Have you ever made an Origami unicorn, fighter jet or Star Wars character? Have you ever seen Oobleck change colors, created slime, or made fake snow? Come join us as we create our own masterpieces!
This session will tap into the creative writing skills of our campers. The genre will focus on Science Fiction writing. The campers will conjure up colorful science fiction characters who will journey on wonderful scientific adventures!
Learn to program cool retro video games like Mario, Pac-Man, Duck Hunt and more! Or kick it up a notch by cloning your own version of newer games like Flappy Bird and Geometry Dash! Students will learn the basics of game design using the Scratch programming environment. Unlock in the inner game designer in you!
In this activity, students will be challenged to design and engineer their own mechanical mechanism by exploring the process of reverse engineering. Students will learn how this technique is used to improve upon technology. Students analyze and disassemble mechanical devices to explore how the inner mechanisms provide its primary function. Students will also reassemble these items to perform different functions.
Students will have the opportunity to explore the crazy reactions that happen in our food... like how we get butter from milk... and why does dough rise...
Students will see how dreams and visions have inspired art in several cultures from around the world and make their own fantasy creations. Please have your child bring in an old, unused toy or stuffed animal, which will undergo a fantastic transformation.
Patriotic campers will enjoy Fourth of July themed stem activities ranging from ice melts, lego building, flag raising and red, white and blue explosions.
Learn to play percussion instruments (think log drum, xylophone, cymbals!) and different kinds of drums (like snare drum and bongos). Read and play music for your instruments and learn some piano if you are interested. Instruments provided.
Come where everyone learns and everyone eats! Learn how to make and sample some delicious mixtures and solutions with kitchen science. We have edible cookie dough, homemade ice cream, cotton candy, and more!
The Junior Mechanical Engineering introduces you to fundamental concepts of energy, materials, and movement. We will explore construction and engineering through building towers, bridges, cars, and more.
Students will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of small animals in my classroom. They will learn about each animal and how to properly care for them.
In this activity, students will participate in a variety of mini science experiments based on BASIC physical changes and chemical reactions. Students will formulate polymers of different consistencies, dabble in liquid density, and explore the marvels of matter.
Have you ever wanted create a programmable watch? What about a laser tag game? Shoes that shine with light as you dance? Design your dream device with a micro-controller board and learn basic programming skills!
In this activity, students will participate in a variety of mini science experiments based on BASIC physical changes and chemical reactions. Students will formulate polymers of different consistencies, dabble in liquid density, and explore the marvels of matter.
Venture into the exciting world of real stained glass! Since ancient times, people have been adorning spaces with beautiful arrangements of colored glass. During this course, students will learn how to cut glass, prepare a pattern, add copper foiling, and solder in order to complete their first stained glass project. Students must be ready to responsibly handle materials such as sharp glass and a hot soldering iron.
