Preschool Summer Camp
Helping Children Learn While Having Fun
Can you believe that SUMMER IS NEARLY HERE! Time for the hustle and bustle of planning vacations, playdates, pool days and CAMPS We are excited to share that Ivybrook Summer Camp registration is open. We are excited to have your child with us and we know that they will have tons of fun experiencing all of the different summer sessions that we have to offer
Just because the school year is ending doesn’t mean children should stop learning! Ivybrook Academy is happy to offer our Preschool Summer Camp, a seasonal program with exciting themes that will excite your child and help them learn while having fun. This program is designed for children ages 2 – 6, and they will be split up into beginner, intermediate, and advanced groups. Each of our campuses may offer different camp weeks, so check with your local Ivybrook for campus-specific information.
Summer Camps
Summer Camp Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Topic: Edible Science
Campers will embark on a scientific adventure filled with fun and delicious treats! Geared up with goggles, they'll explore the fascinating world of science by conducting experiments like transforming matter, triggering chemical reactions, and harnessing solar energy for cooking. As gummy worms dance to the rhythm of the day, you'll hear the excitement of children as their volcanoes erupt with a spectacular display!
Some of the questions we will be answering this week include:
- How can I use the power of the sun to create s’mores?
- What is a hypothesis?
- How fast will my gummy worm dance?
What will I use to make my volcano erupt?
Topic: Aloha Summer
After a day filled with exciting activities like surfing, beach ball relays, and coconut bowling, a vibrant Hawaiian luau will await. Campers will learn the traditional island dance, the Seaweed Slide, while wearing their unique handmade grass skirts. As the island adventure concludes, children will bid farewell with warm alohas and mahalos.
Here are some of the questions we'll be exploring this week:
- How will I design my Tiki mask?
- Can I scuddle like a crab?
- Can I “walk the plank” without getting wet?
- What will my multi-dimensional sandcastle look like?
Topic: Tinker Lab
Is your child the next Thomas Edison or Nikola Tesla? Join us as they observe, discover, and create amazing new inventions! Don't forget your blueprints, as we'll be building wacky wind mobiles, racing robots, and egg parachutes. Our children will conduct in-depth investigations, formulate hypotheses, and share their curiosity about how things work. Step into our tinker lab and let your imagination soar!
Here are some of the questions we'll be answering this week:
- How can I change the molecular make up of a solid object?
- What materials can I use to create a bubble wand?
- What natural materials will I extract color from?
- Will my apple boat float?
Topic: Passport to Fun
Bonjour! Who knew you could travel the world in just one week? Grab your passport and let's embark on an incredible adventure. Our campers will journey to Mexico to savor a delicious quesadilla, Ireland to create a Celtic knot, Egypt to explore the ancient pyramids, and even Brazil to celebrate Carnival. As a souvenir from their travels, you'll receive a postcard filled with their exciting experiences. Adios!
Here are some of the questions we'll be exploring this week:
- What will my maracas sound like?
- Will my boomerang come back to me?
- Can I follow a recipe to make pizza?
What materials will I use for my Ethiopian weaving?
Topic: Cooking with Color
Get ready to unleash your imagination and creativity as we embark on a culinary adventure! We'll use food to create amazing sensory experiences and delicious edible treats. Our young chefs will put on their aprons and chef hats as they prepare pizza, ice cream, smoothies, and much more. We'll explore the world of culinary arts as we measure, sift, stir, and create edible masterpieces.
Here are some of the questions we'll be answering:
- How can I transform marshmallows?
- Can I follow the steps of a recipe to make waffles?
- What color will I turn my Oreo?
- What is unicorn milk?
Topic: Books Alive
BEEP, BEEP! Was that a pigeon driving a bus? What a magical time it is at camp! Snowflakes are falling, beautiful rainbow fish are swimming, and Bartholomew is even make Oobleck. Our campers will step into the world of books and discover what really happens when you give a mouse a cookie and how strong the Three Little Pigs' houses truly were.
Here are some of the questions we'll be answering this week:
- What animals did Brown Bear see?
- How many animals will fit in a mitten?
- What will my illustrations look like in my comic strip?
- Will my house withstand strong powerful wind?
Topic: Water Wonderland
Dive into a week of water fun! Sprinklers and water tables will transform our playgrounds into water-filled adventures. Children will create their own water toys and play exciting soggy games. We'll even bring the water fun indoors by using water to create paintings, scented art, and large murals. Campers are sure to have a splashing good time, so don't forget your bathing suit, water toys, and towels.
This week, we'll be exploring:
- Will water move our water wheel?
- Are oil and water friends?
- What do I need for a game of Ready, Set, Splash?
- Who will win the sling and soak challenge?
