Calling all budding scientists! Embark on this Science camp where you can explore science in a hands-on, fun and exciting way. Are you fascinated with many things around you? This summer XCL Camps has teamed up with IVY Camps!
Themes:
Jul 22 to 26- Creatures of the Past: Dinosaurs and Friends
Objective of the camp: Campers will create their own prehistoric creature for a museum exhibit to show off what they learned.
Camp description: Embark on a thrilling adventure back in time to the age of dinosaurs! From learning about dinosaur bones to learning about prehistoric ecosystems, every day brings new discoveries and awe-inspiring insights into the world of dinosaurs. With games, crafts, and dino-themed adventures, campers immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the Jurassic era, igniting their curiosity and sparking a lifelong love for these magnificent creatures.
Camp activities: Campers will go through a series of hands-on activities, engaging simulations, and exciting workshops.
Key takeaways:
o Campers will learn about fossils, paleontology, and how we have learned the information that we know about dinosaurs.
o Campers will explore the Permian period, Triassic period, Jurassic period, and the Cretaceous period to learn about what creatures lived within each time period.
Jul 28 to Aug 2- Think like a Scientist
Objective of the camp: Campers will engage in an inquiry-based project on the scientific topic of their interest and present their findings to an audience.
Camp description: Welcome to “Think Like a Scientist” where young minds embark on an exciting journey to uncover the wonders of the scientific process and learn to think like true scientists! In this immersive experience, students explore the principles of observation, experimentation, and critical thinking under the guidance of passionate instructors. Through engaging activities, hands-on experiments, and captivating demonstrations, campers unravel the mysteries of the natural world and develop a deep understanding of scientific concepts. From designing experiments to analyzing data and drawing conclusions, they cultivate the skills and mindset necessary to approach challenges with curiosity, skepticism, and intellectual rigor.
Camp activities: Campers will go through a series of hands-on activities, engaging simulations, and exciting workshops.
Key takeaways:
o Campers will define what ‘science’ means and will be able to explain what scientists do. o Campers will practice their skills as they relate to scientific observation, analysis, and communicating key results.
