Campers unleash their creativity by designing and building prototypes using the same tools and skills employed by renowned inventors.
Campers engage in hands-on engineering challenges, applying the engineering design process to bring their creative ideas to life. Activities include designing and building prototypes such as catapults, forts, and working light sticks. Participants also construct suspension bridges using recycled materials, fostering innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. The program emphasizes practical application of scientific principles, encouraging campers to explore, experiment, and turn imaginative concepts into tangible creations. Through these projects, campers develop critical thinking, teamwork, and an understanding of how inventors approach design and construction.
A typical day includes morning greetings, a STEAM activity or experiment, snack breaks, sports activities, and lunch, followed by more STEAM activities and clean-up before check-out.
This camp is best for elementary-aged students (8-12 years old) who are curious about engineering and enjoy hands-on building and problem-solving.
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