Club SciKidz Hartford

Minecraft is a block-building sandbox game with no set rules, where you can build anything you can possibly imagine. Let’s pretend you’re alone in a mysterious new world, full of hidden dangers. You have only minutes to find food and shelter before darkness falls and the monsters come looking for you. What do you do? What we teach you might just save your life! Learn how to find resources; make a shelter; craft tools, armor, and weapons, and protect yourself from monsters. Campers also create their own adventure map as design, production, and test playing guide them. Campers learn how to work as a team as they take on the real-world jobs of programmer, game designer, artist, and architect. There are two modes of the game. The scenario above describes the survival mode. There is also a creative mode where there are no monsters and you will be able to fly around and have unlimited resources to build amazing creations and buildings. What kind of adventure you choose will be up to you! This camp is for beginners and those already playing the game. #MinecraftCamp #CreativeGaming #BlockBuilding #SurvivalSkills #TeamworkInGames #GameDesign #MinecraftAdventures #STEMEducation #KidsWhoCode #GamingForKids

The OWI, Inc. 3-in-1 All Terrain Robot is a multi-function tracked mobile robotic kit. Utilize different track modules and make your robot transform into 3 amazing variations: the forklift, rover, and gripper. Using the wired controller, command the robot to move forward, backward, turn, grip and lift. In forklift mode, the ATR is like a mini industrial fork lift, with the ability to lift up to 100 g in weight. In rover mode, the ATR’s tank-like treads can traverse any type of surface. And in gripper mode, the ATR’s strong arms grab and lift anything up to 100g, allowing you to move it to your desired location. The second robot your camper will build is a multi-function solar powered robot (exact model TBD). If your children are glued to smart-phones, give them an opportunity to acquire solar power knowledge, learn about mechanical transmissions, and get them outside to play. Amazingly, you might find yourself engaged in conversation with your child, thanks to their newly acquired “expertise”! Both of these robot kits allow campers to create and recreate: Put it together, take it apart, make another module…It’s all about flexibility, problem solving, and intelligent thinking. But luckily, kids don’t have to be advanced engineers to create and achieve. With both robots, they learn as they play! If times allows, campers will learn how to solder on Friday with the help of the perennial favorite “Blinky Robot.” Your camper will have a blast learning how to build their robots- they’ll be SO proud to show off their hard work on Friday! #RoboticsCamp #STEMLearning #YoungEngineers #HandsOnEducation #RobotBuilding #CreativeThinking #EngineeringForKids #TechSavvyKids #SolarPowerEducation #ProblemSolvingSkills

Designed to ignite young minds with passion and wonder, our Young Scientist Camp offers an immersive exploration of Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and essential Lab Process Skills. At the heart of our camp experience are captivating projects that bring science to life in exciting ways. Imagine concocting potions in our Grow-Beast Experiment, creating vibrant masterpieces with Wacky Window Paint, or engineering Super Bouncing Balls that defy gravity. But the adventure doesn't stop there. Prepare for lift-off as you construct and launch Cosmic Rockets into the stratosphere, or delve into the mysteries of nature with Wurmz and Dirt explorations. Dive deep into the unknown as you design and test Diving Submarines, unlocking the secrets of underwater exploration. Led by passionate educators and fueled by boundless curiosity, Young Scientist Camp promises a summer filled with discovery, innovation, and endless possibilities. #YoungScientistCamp #STEMAdventures #KidsInScience #IgniteCuriosity #HandsOnLearning #FutureScientists #ScienceExploration #CreativeExperiments #SummerOfDiscovery #STEMEducation

Campers will use their young skills to create and build a multitude of exciting projects. Many of the build projects are supported with some of the finest inspirational children’s literature available. We include into the curriculum books such as Rosie Revere Engineer, Iggy Peck Architect, and Interstellar Cinderella and even the Three Little Pigs. All the elements of STEM are included in this camp. Building projects include using LEGO, Knex, and Keva materials. Our Little Makers will perform a multitude of spectacular chemistry experiments, build a solar night light, explore and grow plants, launch rockets, create some yummy octopus cupcakes, build a terrarium, create ocean slime, design and animal track game, and more! #STEMCamp #YoungMakers #KidsInScience #EngineeringForKids #CreativeLearning #LEGOProjects #BuildingSkills #ChildrensLiterature #InspireYoungMinds #HandsOnLearning #FutureEngineers #FunWithSTEM #EducationalFun #InnovativeKids #ScienceExperiments #CreativeKids #BuildingAndLearning #STEMEducation #SummerCampFun #ImaginationAndInnovation

Lights, camera, action! At Club SciKidz Marvel Movie Maker Camp, young filmmakers can create their own action-packed superhero adventures using the power of stop-motion animation! 🎥🦸♂️ In this exciting hands-on activity, campers learn the art of storytelling beat by beat. Armed with an arsenal of superhero and villain miniatures, our young directors set the stage for epic battles and heroic feats, recreating famous Marvel scenes or inventing entirely new cinematic masterpieces. Campers control their characters by hand, manipulating each movement with detailed precision. This mimics real-life motion, creating an animated feature similar to films like The Nightmare Before Christmas and Chicken Run. Watch as your child's face lights up as they see their cinematic masterpiece literally come to life with the power of movie magic. Who knows, maybe they will be the next Taika Waititi!🎬✨ #SuperheroStopMotion #MarvelMovieMagic #CinematicCreatorsCamp #ActionPackedAnimation #SciKidzFilmCamp

Dig into the world of Minecraft where the only limitation is your imagination! ⛏️🏰 In Club SciKidz Beginning Minecraft Camp, we teach kids how to work as a team as they take on the real-world jobs of programmer, game designer, artist, and architect. With guidance from instructors, they will create their own adventure maps, designing and test-playing them in an exciting process that brings their virtual worlds to life. Newbies and experienced adventurers alike will tackle the challenges of gathering resources, building a shelter, and fending off the menacing monsters that emerge when night falls. For campers who just want to build, there is also a creative mode that keeps these creatures at bay. Check out our website to watch a quick explainer video of the game.🎮 #MinecraftManiaCamp #CreativeCraftersClub #VirtualWorldBuilders #Teamwork #SciKidzMinecraft

Step into the role of doctor at Junior Physician Camp where aspiring medical practitioners learn the ins and outs of the human body. 🩻🫁 In two exciting activities, campers will hone their understanding of basic anatomy by constructing lung and spine models. As campers mold and shape their models, they gain a deep understanding of lung physiology, exploring how oxygen travels through the bronchi and alveoli to reach every cell. In our spine model activity, these amateur physicians piece together the intricate vertebrae and uncover the secrets of the spine's role in supporting the body. This experience goes beyond textbooks, transforming theoretical medical knowledge into a tangible, three-dimensional adventure. It's a dynamic blend of creativity and education, fostering a love for medical science from the ground up. 👩🏽⚕️ #BodyExplorersCamp #AnatomyAdventures #JuniorPhysicianJourney #HandsOnAnatomy #SciKidzMedExplorers

Every parent wants their child to be a doctor. Give them a head start at Club SciKidz Emergency Medicine Camp!🚑👩🏽⚕️ Our aspiring physicians learn all about the basics of diagnosis and surgery. From stitching wounds to administering shots, campers are given the chance to hone their first-aid skills. Under professional supervision, they use various medical instruments and are guided through the fundamentals of triage. If your child loves watching medical procedurals at home, this is the camp for them. We aim to spark curiosity and foster a deep appreciation for the medical field that will last the rest of their lives. We even equip them with their very own stethoscope and essential first aid supplies to take home, preparing them for any potential medical challenges that lie ahead. Campers who complete our Emergency Medicine Camp will take a “Medical Boards” test at the end of the week and receive certification. Together, we can inspire the next generation of medical professionals with the knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference.🩺💙 #FutureDoctorsCamp #MedicalMarvels #JuniorMDsInTraining #HandsOnMedicine #SciKidzMedCamp

Your child's career in veterinary medicine begins today! Tell them to grab a stethoscope and throw on their lab coats for an exciting adventure into the world of animal care.🐕🩺 At Emergency Vet Camp, our aspiring young veterinarians explore the intricacies of animal anatomy. Under the instruction of trained professionals, they will get hands-on experience dissecting animal organs. This activity allows campers to learn the basics of surgery, such as using a syringe and suturing techniques, while also developing the essential skills of observation, precision, and scientific inquiry. It's a rare, immersive experience that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application, fostering a deep understanding of emergency veterinary medicine. Each camper will also receive their very own medical kit to take home! Foster your child's love of animal medicine by signing them up for Club SciKidz Emergency Vet Camp!🔍🫁 #FutureVetAdventures #HandsOnLearning #AnimalAnatomyAdventure #JuniorVetExplorers #SciKidzVetCamp

Are you ready, kids? Grab your compass and set your course for a voyage across the ocean at Sea Adventure Camp! 🌊🧭 Future marine biologists and aspiring pirates alike will dive into oceanography like never before with a curriculum of 20 make-and-take projects. Campers will learn about Map Making and Orienteering, Knot Tying, and even take part in a heart-pounding Treasure Hunt! It's an exhilarating week, packed with hands-on activities that bring the wonders of the sea to life. Let your child find their sealegs with activities designed to teach them about our planet's greatest treasure, fostering a lifelong love for the ocean and all the wonders that wait beneath the waves. Set your sails for Sea Adventure Camp! Yar! Welcome, me hearties!🏴☠️🦈 #OceanExplorersCamp #PirateAdventures #MarineScienceFun #SeafaringSkills #SciKidzSeaCamp