Discover the magic of circuits as you create a firefly drawing that really lights up! Kids will learn the basics of electricity, combine creativity with science, and bring their art to life. With hands-on experiments, they’ll explore how circuits work and practice the scientific method. This fun-filled class blends discovery, creativity, and learning to spark curiosity! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Join other players in a fun, supportive space to learn, play, and grow your chess skills! Whether you’re brand new to the game or already an experienced competitor, this club is the perfect place to sharpen your strategies, meet new friends, and enjoy friendly matches. Instructors from Twin Cities Chess Club, with years of teaching experience, will guide students through lessons, practice games, and exciting challenges. All skill levels are welcome! Open to youth in Grades K–12.

In this Dungeons & Dragons CAMP for middle schoolers, students will become heroes of their own story as they explore fantastical worlds, solve mysteries, and battle legendary creatures. Guided by an experienced Dungeon Master, players will create unique characters, learn the basics of gameplay, and develop skills in storytelling, strategy, and collaboration. Each week brings new quests and challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork in a welcoming, inclusive environment. No prior experience needed, whether you’re a first-time adventurer or a seasoned player, there’s a place for everyone at the table! Roll the dice, unleash your imagination, and embark on an unforgettable adventure as your quest begins here! ?✨

Design, develop, and create 3D virtual reality environments and characters to build your own VR games. Students will start with smaller projects to learn the basics of coding, design, and interaction. In the final two days, they will construct a full labyrinth complete with challenges, characters, and immersive exploration. This camp is ideal for students passionate about technology and creativity. VR projects can be viewed on most mobile devices and VR systems such as Oculus. Bring a USB on the last day to save your games.

In RC Wars, teams of students will build their own Remote Control vehicles to race and battle against other teams. Students will need to design their vehicles to not only be faster and stronger than other teams’ creations, but also better than purchased RC Cars and Drones! RC Wars will feature land and air races, obstacle courses and more as students learn mechanical and electrical building skills in an energetic and exciting environment.

Step into the world of fairy magic! In this enchanting class, scientists will mix, stir, and create mesmerizing fizzing pink fairy potions. Spark imagination as kids explore the science behind the fizz. Full of hands-on fun, this enchanting experience ignites curiosity, creativity, and a dash of fairy dust! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

Get ready for the hilariously gross world of Grossology! Kids will craft snot slime erupting from a clay nose and create colorful gummy worm bacteria in a petri dish. This hands-on class is packed with gross-out science, messy fun, and fascinating facts that kids will love! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

Give your young innovator an unforgettable adventure! Hands-on activities will launch their imagination and get their confidence soaring as they explore STEM fun from the oceans to outer space. They will use problem-solving, and creativity, build their confidence, and explore new opportunities. Students build innovative robots using genuine LEGO® such as prostheses, helpers, and much more.Learning Objectives:- Introduction to Spike Prime Robotics- STEM Concepts and Robotics Fundamentals- Hands-on Invention Challenges- Robotics Programming and Coding

Welcome to Mechanical Minds: From Ideas to Machines in Motion! This engaging STEM summer camp invites young engineers, grades K-5, to dive into the exciting world of engineering and mechanics. Throughout the camp, budding inventors will explore fundamental engineering techniques and mechanisms, sparking their creativity and curiosity. Participants will have the opportunity to build their own robots, bringing their imaginative ideas to life, and embark on science projects that reflect the camp's dynamic theme. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, campers will develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of how machines work. Join us for a summer of innovation, discovery, and fun, where each child’s potential is transformed from ideas into mechanical motion! Camp Includes hands-on activities:Robotics & Engineering: campers engage in exciting challenges where they build robots, test out different gears, and create their gadgets.Science: Campers tackle DIY science experiments, like designing hydraulic arms or building miniature catapults, learning how real engineers and innovators solve problems.Coding: Programing & making with micro:bit (K-2), Minecraft Mod Creation(3-5)

Join the Minecraft Makers STEM Camp Adventure!Don’t just play Minecraft, create, invent, develop and collaborate in a world all too familiar to your child. In this class, students will learn Minecraft from a teamwork perspective. Students will be put into teams, build worlds, and compete against other teams to solve problems, develop expansive environments and save the day.Learning Objectives:- Introduction to Minecraft Mechanics- Game-Based Learning and Creativity- Showcasing and Presentations

Welcome to Mission Bots: Build Robots with Purpose! This engaging STEM summer camp for children in grades K-5 invites young innovators to embark on a journey of creativity and discovery. Campers will dive into the exciting world of robotics, where they will learn to design and build their own robots with the goal of tackling real-world challenges. Through fun, hands-on activities, campers will explore tech-driven solutions to environmental, social, and community issues. Guided by experienced instructors, children will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Join us for a summer of innovation, where imagination meets engineering, and where every robot has a mission to make the world a better place! Camp Includes hands-on activities:Robotics & Engineering: Design and build bots to develop intelligent solutions that could make a difference in the world.Science: Campers conduct DIY science experiments to discover the science behind their inventions, applying critical thinking and creativity to solve problems in new ways.Coding: Coding with EdBlock(K-2), 3D Modeling and Printing(3-5)

Enter a world of wonder in this enchanting science class! Young wizards and scientists will dive into thrilling experiments to determine if they’re “muggle” (scientific) or truly magical. A hands-on adventure packed with curiosity, discovery, and a sprinkle of magic! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Discover the paws-itively awesome world of puppies! Young animal lovers will create a backyard scene to discover what it takes to care for a dog and create their own balloon pup to train and nurture. This hands-on class blends creativity, science, and tons of tail-wagging fun! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

This camp is designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of the Python programming language. This camp is tailored for beginners and aims to introduce them to the basics of coding, problem-solving, and computer programming using Python, a versatile and popular programming language known for its readability and ease of use.Learning Objectives:- Python Basics- Control Structures- Problem-Solving Exercises- Debugging and Error Handling- Project Work and Application - Interactive Learning Environment

Build, Battle, and Conquer! Get ready for epic LEGO® model battles in our RC Battles camp! Design, build, and program your own remote-controlled LEGO® models to compete in thrilling challenges. Learn strategies to develop effective tactics for winning battles. Apply engineering principles to design and build models that are both powerful and durable. Students will be working in small teams of 2-3.

Let your imagination run wild and build your very own world in Roblox. Students will use Roblox Studio, a game development platform, to explore and create worlds in a 3D space that they will fill with interactive game elements – from obstacle courses to zoo animals! Then learn how to add code to make it work in a unique way. During this course, students will learn the fundamentals of game design and work with a partner to develop a game to share with others in the class.Learning Objectives: - Introduction to Roblox Studio- Lua Programming Language- Game Design and Development- STEM Challenges and Coding Projects- Collaborative Game Creation- Problem-Solving and Logic Building- Game-Based Learning and Creativity- Showcasing and Presentation

Step into the world of secret agent science! Young scientists in this class will unravel espionage mysteries through fascinating experiments like creating invisible ink. Learn the science behind hidden messages and more while honing your spy skills. Get ready for a thrilling journey where science meets secrecy, and every discovery holds the key to unlocking hidden knowledge! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Create time machines and futuristic gadgets in a hands-on science adventure.