The camp offers an unparalleled experience, fostering a love for STEM through interactive experiments and projects that keep young children engaged and eager to learn about space.
Campers in the Little Space Explorer program become astronauts-in-training, engaging in hands-on activities to learn about the sun, moon, planets, and the daily life of an astronaut. Projects include making moon sand, experiencing what zero gravity might feel like, and understanding how much things weigh in space. The curriculum is designed to introduce young learners to astronomy and space exploration through engaging, age-appropriate activities that blend science, imagination, and discovery. Campers will gain an understanding of basic astronomical concepts and develop a curiosity for the universe beyond Earth.
A typical day includes a general check-in, an all-camp science demonstration, multiple S.T.E.A.M. rotations, snack breaks, lunch and recess, and outdoor team and skill-building activities.
This camp is ideal for curious elementary-aged students (specifically 4-6 years old) who are fascinated by space, planets, and the night sky, and enjoy hands-on science activities.
West Chicago Park District, 201 W National St, West Chicago, IL 60185
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