From leaves to planets and everything in between, scientists study all aspects of the world
around us. This week, we will spend each day becoming amateur Chemists, Biologists,
Physicists, and Geologists. We will don our lab coats and goggles to perform experiments that
help us understand the different fields of science. Not only will we satisfy our curiosity, but we
will learn how our knowledge of science can help make the world a better place. Our campers
will learn about the human body, atoms, types of rocks, and much more!

Learning about the five senses is a great way to explore and learn about ourselves and the
world around us! We will investigate the senses and learn how our bodies work to create
them. We will Look, Listen, Taste, Touch and Smell our way through a variety of
sensory activities. We will explore how we use our 5 senses every day in a multitude of
ways. Textures and colors ignite our senses of touch and sight. Foods explore our sense of
taste. Aromas activate our sense of smell. Noises heighten our sense of hearing. We will
explore how all five senses are interrelated and important. We will discover many ways to use
our senses and how they keep us safe and bring joy into our lives.

Field Trip – The week will conclude with a field trip to Children’s Theater-in-the-Woods at Wolf
Trap. We will explore the trails and enjoy a picnic lunch at the meadow after watching a show
at this magical outdoor venue tucked in the woods!

Children are captivated by the magic of puppets! Campers will embark on a journey of
imagination and discovery, as we provide a creative learning environment for your child to
learn all about the concept of live performance. The children will discover what it takes to
produce a successful show, with an emphasis on allowing them to think independently and
solve problems. The students will make their own hand puppets, build a set, learn a script and
more! The week will culminate with a student puppet show performance on the last day of the
camp.

Presentation- We will host a live Puppet Show by a Master Puppeteer using puppets that have been
strung to perform specific tasks such as skating, performing on a trapeze, juggling, blowing up a
balloon, etc.

Water has the power to change everything — a single splash can sprout a seed, quench a thirst,
provide a habitat, generate energy and sustain life. Campers will explore the effects that water
has on our world. We will learn about where water comes from and what forms it takes in our
environment. We will conduct science experiments with water, use water to make art,
brainstorm about water’s many uses, and cool off with exciting water games!

Field Trip – Our week will conclude with a guided nature hike to explore our wetlands and the
animals that live near the river in Riverbend Park and learn how to conserve and protect clean
water from common sources of pollution.

What do children have in common all over the world? They love the chance to have fun and
play games. This week we will explore what children do for fun across the world. We will
investigate how the natural environment and cultural traditions dictate the variety of games
children play. We will compare how some games are like those we play in America, while others
are unique to their geographic area. We will also explore how children’s games have been
passed on through generations and around the world. While introducing the games, we will
share the importance of taking turns, how to win, lose, solve problems and work together
towards a common goal. We will spark your child’s sense of fun and adventure as we
demonstrate that playing games connect children with their imagination, environment, friends,
family and the world.

Campers will travel around the world, learning about different cuisines from each continent.
We will travel to Argentina to experience Alfajores, France for Crepes, Italy for Granita,
Australia for Chocolate Crackles, South Africa for Snowballs and back to the United States for
Strawberry Shortcake! We will chronicle our journey by compiling our very own dessert
cookbook featuring the treats we make from around the world. Not only will they learn about
each country’s culture and geography, but we will also incorporate the basics of math and
science as we introduce our students to the joy of cooking. Our cooking projects will include
counting, measuring, sequencing and problem solving, along with basic science, as we
experiment, watch food change while cooking, and explore our senses. Grab your passport,
your appetite and get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

Field Trip – The week will conclude with a field trip to a local bakery to watch the experts bake
and decorate cakes and pastries.

Our students will be introduced to the wonders of magic through simple science experiments.
We will use chemistry to create glowing objects and color changing liquids; use air pressure and
magnets to create illusions; use surface tension to make metal objects float; use optical
illusions to make secret compartments, and things disappear and appear. We will marvel at
magic, learn how to do tricks and discover the science that makes magic seem to happen.

Presentation – The week will end with a live Magic Show featuring tricks that look like magic but
have a basis of scientific principle.

Biomes are areas of the earth that have similar plants, animals and climate. Biomes are often
grouped into five main types: wetlands, deserts, forests, grasslands, and tundra. We will
explore what it would be like to live in each type of biome. We will learn what types of
animals, plants and weather are in each type of biome. We will investigate how animals have
adapted to their biomes over time and which biomes are in danger. After we conclude our
studies, we will each choose which biome we would like to call home!