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New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) Design, Make, Play Innovation Camps

The camp utilizes a unique 'Design, Make, Play' methodology, transforming traditional learning into delightful and engaging STEM experiences through interactive exhibits and workshops.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels 💰 $400/week

About this camp

The New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) Design, Make, Play Innovation Camps offer an immersive, hands-on experience designed to ignite curiosity and inspire innovation in elementary-aged children. Through interactive activities, exhibit exploration, and engaging workshops, campers delve into core concepts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The camp's unique 'Design, Make, Play' approach transforms traditional learning into delightful and engaging experiences, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Participants may engage in activities such as observing constellations, experimenting with conditions for life on other planets, building circuits, coding, and exploring engineering and chemistry through practical applications like designing food packaging or creating edible science projects. The program aims to provide a dynamic learning environment where children can actively investigate scientific challenges and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day involves structured activities with hands-on experiments and exhibit exploration, often with opportunities for campers to choose afternoon activities based on their interests and strengths.

Best suited for

This camp is ideal for elementary-aged students eager to explore STEM concepts through interactive, hands-on activities and develop problem-solving and communication skills.

What you'll learn

Science Experiments Technology Engineering Mathematics Problem Solving Astronomy Circuits & Coding

Location

47-01 111th Street, Corona, NY 11368

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