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July 2021
Summer Wonders at TPL
Summer is a great time to explore and discover new interests as a family. Summer Wonder offers free, online programs and activities to do together all summer long. The fun starts on June 14 and goes until September 4, 2021. With Summer Wonder, kids can build skills, discover new interests and, most important learn through fun-filled experiences with you! There are many wonder-full virtual workshops,…
Find out more »Daniels Minecraft Camp – Summer 2021
Our Daniels Minecraft Camp is back and better than ever! This program uses your participant’s love of Minecraft to explore the fundamentals of design and architecture while building teamwork and communication skills. This summer, we bring you two NEW programs - Level 1 (Cityscapes) and Level 2 (World Building and Game Design). This summer program is designed for all participants aged 8 to 14 (grades…
Find out more »Science Films for Everyone!
The Ontario Science Centre is pleased to announce its partnership with Giant Screen Films! Enjoy top-selling documentary films, plus accompanying educational activities—all from the comfort of home or school. With seven films to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Nestle up in your comfiest chair, grab some popcorn and settle in for some family-friendly fun, or supplement your lesson plan by sharing a film with…
Find out more »Summer with the Science Centre
Science and summer go together like sun and sand! This time of year is perfect for playing, exploring and making family memories—and not just on a beach. Science is everywhere! Get curious together and see what you can discover. We have plenty of experiments, activities and games that can be adapted for all ages, abilities and interests. Create the perfect bubble recipe. Make your own…
Find out more »Tesla Crate (SK-Gr. 1) – Summer Virtual Classes
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Each crate contains five different STEAM project kits inside. Complete a new project every week while learning from our instructors online. Projects based on the SK to Grade 1 Ontario Science curriculum. Summer sessions run from Monday to Friday for 1 week each. Week 1: July 5 - July 9 Week 2: July 12…
Find out more »The STEAM Project Summer Camp – CIT Program (Gr. 9-10)
Our CIT Program is geared towards our oldest campers (completing grade 9 or 10) who are interested in taking on a leadership role at camp. The CIT Program is meant to lead the transition from kid and camper to young adult and staff member. The program is the perfect blend of experiencing the challenges of participating in staff responsibilities while at the same time enjoying…
Find out more »Create ‘N’ Code: Smart House (Gr. 1-2)
Learn about coding and building electronic projects in a beginner-friendly environment. Throughout the course, students will build their own “smart” house and wire it up to a mini-computer that they can code to open a skylight, make fun sounds and even light their name upon an LED display. Their projects will be built around the Micro:bit system, a beginner-friendly circuit board that can be programmed…
Find out more »Curiosity Lab Online Enrichment Programs
Add a little fun, structure and STEAM to your child's Summer! At The Curiosity Lab, we offer 1 on 1, private, exclusive virtual classes. Ages 6 -18 +, any level welcome! No experience necessary. Enrichment students welcome! Choose daily or weekly private virtual classes. Focusing on Excellence in Education, we offer customized classes in the following areas: Game Development, Coding, Artificial Intelligence, Minecraft, Minecraft +…
Find out more »Mad Science Virtual Summer Camps
Mad Science live presenters will engage your children with fun, interactive and hands-on experiments. Step-by-step guided activities and cool demonstrations turn screen time into a fun and meaningful experience that is sure to capture your child's attention. All supplies provided are safe, fun, and designed to create a memorable experience! Materials required for camps will be delivered in the GTA. Curbside discount available. Programs are…
Find out more »Create ‘N’ Code: Mars Mission Part I – Habitat (Gr. 3-5)
Learn about circuit-building and programming in a beginner-friendly environment. Throughout the course, students will work with hand tools and small circuits to build projects designed around the Micro:bit system, a beginner-friendly circuit board that can be programmed for all sorts of uses. Projects will progress from building a Mars Habitat (with an airlock and solar panel), to a greenhouse where students will study plant growth,…
Find out more »Create N Code: Mars Mission Part II – Growing Pod (Gr. 3-5)
Building on the coding concepts and circuit-building skills students acquired in Create ‘N’ Code: Mars Mission Part I, this course will teach students about the real-life applications of using sensors and electronics. Students will learn about the science and engineering concepts behind space exploration by growing their own plants in Martian simulated soil, building a growing pod attachment to their Mars Habitats, and coding the…
Find out more »Create N Code: Mars Mission Part I – Habitat (Gr. 6-8)
Learn about circuit-building and programming in a beginner-friendly environment. Throughout the course, students will work with hand tools and small circuits to build projects designed around the Micro:bit system, a beginner-friendly circuit board that can be programmed for all sorts of uses. Projects will progress from building a Mars Habitat (with an airlock and solar panel), to a greenhouse where students will study plant growth,…
Find out more »Space Rangers Virtual Camp
Space Rangers Virtual Camp is an exciting and educational half-day camp for kids who want to uncover the secrets of the universe. At camp, kids will become Space Rangers! Their mission: Have a blast while exploring planets, galaxies, black holes, aliens, and more. Our space experts will engage with campers over Zoom with a variety of interactive visual activities that will inspire young minds in…
Find out more »Tesla Crate (Gr. 2-3) – Summer Virtual Classes
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Each crate contains five different STEAM project kits inside. Complete a new project every week while learning from our instructors online. Projects based on the Grade 2-3 Ontario Science curriculum. Summer sessions run from Monday to Friday for 1 week each. Week 1: July 5 - July 9 Week 2: July 12 - July…
Find out more »Tiny Homes (Gr. 4-8) – Summer Virtual STEAM Program
Learn about architecture & design while building your dream tiny home! Students will learn how to create architectural scale-models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home kit. They will also learn about furniture design while assembling 1:12 scale IKEA furniture, electricity and 3D printing while putting together their 3D-printed mini LED lamps, and textiles and fashion with…
Find out more »DIY Battle Bots: Tank Edition (Gr. 4-8) – Virtual Classes
Design, build, and program a remote-controlled robot to take the competition ring and face off against other kids’ creations! An additional material/component fee applies and the project will be taken home upon completing the program. May the best robot win! Summer sessions run from Monday to Friday for 1 week each. Session 1: July 5 - July 9 @ 2:00 - 3:15 PM ET Session…
Find out more »Budding Genius Academy World-Wide STEM Camp
Children from different countries will be attending our Summer Camps! Campers will learn how to improve their mental math skills with an abacus, building solar-powered cars, robots made out of recycled materials, ice cube circuit tray, how to make an app, and build their first website. Your children will also have a chance to meet children from other countries! All classes run from 8:00 am…
Find out more »The STEAM Project Summer Camp – DIY Playground
What makes the ultimate playground? A swing, a slide or monkey bars? You get to decide in this session filled with creativity and design. A perfect session for creative kids that like to build and tinker. -Learn about the engineering concepts behind the simple machines that are used in playgrounds and all around you. -Use the tools of the trade in woodworking and construction for…
Find out more »The STEAM Project Summer Camp – Sidewalk Labs
Inspired by Google’s sister company Sidewalk Labs, we want to challenge our campers with a question: how can we make cities more sustainable and affordable for all? From artists to architects to engineers, designing is a big part of the process to build things around us. This session allows for lots of exploring and building, perfect for kids who love to make things or take…
Find out more »Science & DIY’ Arts (with parent)
Kids, if you are between 5 and 6 years of age, join us for our virtual activities this summer! Every day, you'll do explore a different hands-on activity: Science experiments and DIY'Arts within each of our 4 themes: Science, Discovery, Arts & Science Hodge-Podge and Shapes & Colours! You can also start the day off right with a relaxing Yoga session! July 5 to 16…
Find out more »STEAM/STEM Summer Camp – Online
Discover the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) through hands-on experiments, comprehensive instruction, and the pursuit of original projects led by students themselves. All instructors all come from top US universities including Harvard, Yale, Brown, UPenn & more! This program includes two classes: Engineer a Better World with the Stanford Design Cycle + Design Cities with Legos Engineer a Better World…
Find out more »Create N Code: Mars Mission Part II – Growing Pod (Gr. 6-8)
Building on the coding concepts and circuit-building skills students acquired in Create ‘N’ Code: Mars Mission Part I, this course will teach students about the real-life applications of using sensors and electronics. Students will learn about the science and engineering concepts behind space exploration by growing their own plants in Martian simulated soil, building a growing pod attachment to their Mars Habitats, and coding the…
Find out more »Medics Camp-Virtual (Sana) July 26-30
Medics Camp - The coolest (virtual) summer camp where kids are doctors for a week! Our Sana Camp is all about health. Healthy brains and bodies, food science and pet health. At the end of every camp week is First Aid Friday where our doctors learn basics first aid skills. In this STEM based camp kids will have fun as they: -Meet like minded new…
Find out more »August 2021
Spirit of Math Summer Camp
When it comes to making your child’s summer count, a Spirit of Math® Summer Camp is a fantastic way to keep students engaged in learning and help prepare them for the upcoming school year! Our carefully tailored online and In-person onsite camps offer a wide range of fascinating math topics ranging from problem-solving, shape counting, numeracy, golden ratio, integers, relocation, drills, and more. These math…
Find out more »Create N Code: Smart Trains (Gr. 1-2) Summer Virtual Classes
Learn about coding and building electronic projects in a beginner-friendly environment. Throughout the course, students will build their own motorized train engine and cars, train tracks, and a “smart” train station. They will wire it up to a mini-computer that they can code to control railway crossing gates, light up LED displays, and ring the “All aboard” bells! Their projects will be built around the…
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