Fun Summer Camp 2021 by Plainsboro Rec Center (Aug 23-27, 2021)
Description: Multidisciplinary STEAM Camp engages children’s imagination and problem-solving skills to build, code, design and shape a better world. Children will engage in age-appropriate hands-on building, gaming, coding, robotics, and engineering activities. Morning 9-12; afternoon 1-4pm.
Spark creativity and bolster a deep interest in Science, Math and Arts in children and young adults through hands-on practical learning by "Making"! Our Academy is uniquely focused towards fostering and developing essential 21st Century and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) skills like Problem-Solving, Critical thinking, Creativity and Collaboration in a hands-on and practical but fun learning environment. We believe that "Making" can transform the way we all learn, from preschoolers through retirees.
Ages: K-3 Grades; JURASSIC ROBOTS: Obsessed with Dinosaurus? Sign-up for our Jurassic Robots camp where campers will learn all about dinosaurs, how they evolved, where they roamed, what they ate, and why they're now extinct. Learn to use commands (code) to control Sensors & Motors Participate in an excavation to uncover mysterious fossils!
Ages 4-6 Grades; I AM AN ARCHITECT: Build a detailed model of the New York City Skyline, including the Statue of Liberty! If you have a child with an interest in architecture, this camp is a must. Learn about domes from across the world! From igloos to Bucky Fuller's minimalist structural frames, this amazing shape has many uses. Building an Eiffel tower model & and much more!
Ages 7-9 Grades; WEARABLE ELECTRONICS: Make a fashion statement with electronics you can wear! Craft your own light up LED crown, program a flashing wearable safety light, make your own laser glove, and more! Make a moving LED light wearable bracelet, Kaleidoscopic LED ring Goggles or a LED Backpack! We will use conductive threads, LEDs, simple electronics and some coding as required!
Dates (Start/End): Aug 23-27, 2021
Number of Classes: 1 (Half Day sessions), Morning and/or Afternoon
Time (Start/End): Morning 9am-12 Noon; Afternoon 1pm-4pm
Location: Plainsboro Recreation Center, NJ
Fee: $229 / Half Day 9-12; or 1-4pm (Please bring your own brown bag lunch and snacks, bottled water)
Min/Max# of participants allowed: No Min; Max 18
Instructor: STEAM Works Studio