Boat Builders Bootcamp (Gr. 6-9)

Boat Builders Bootcamp: Design Edition challenges students in grades 6–9 to think like engineers and build like makers! In this hands-on enrichment, kids use cardboard and other materials to design, build, and test their own boats—learning how structure, balance, and buoyancy affect performance.

Students collaborate through the design process, problem-solve real engineering challenges, and refine their builds through testing and improvement. Perfect for creative thinkers who enjoy building and experimenting, this bootcamp builds confidence, teamwork, and design skills while turning simple materials into impressive floating creations.