The camp offers a 'STEM Without Screens' philosophy, encouraging hands-on, real-world STEM experiences with a balance of purposeful screen use.
Brains & Motion Education's Explorer Camp offers students in grades K-8 a dynamic blend of STEAM, career exploration, and sports. Campers engage in exciting, real-world topics such as coding, AI, machine learning, creative writing, animation, and game design through project-based explorations. The camp emphasizes hands-on STEM activities, including building submarine robots and exploring prehistoric robotics, fostering fine-motor coordination, spatial awareness, creativity, and teamwork. Beyond academics, the program incorporates joyful movement and team sports like soccer, tennis, and basketball, ensuring a balance between learning and physical fitness. The curriculum is designed to nurture the whole child, integrating social-emotional learning into every activity to build problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills. Students gain confidence by trying new things, making friends, and overcoming challenges in a supportive and inclusive environment.
A typical day includes an arrival activity, a large group welcome, a sports zone session, a snack break, time in the tech lab, a maker lab session, lunch, and a full group activity, concluding with Camp BAM! activities.
This camp is best for curious and active kids in grades K-8 who want to explore STEM, arts, and sports in a fun, collaborative, and confidence-building environment.
3252 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
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