The camp offers a diverse range of weekly, hands-on STEM themes, allowing children to explore everything from launching rockets to programming robots and discovering environmental science in a dedicated space center environment.
The Columbia Memorial Space Center Science Summer Camp offers weekly sessions for children ages 6-12, providing an immersive exploration into STEM fields. Campers engage in a variety of hands-on activities designed to foster curiosity and develop practical skills. Depending on the chosen theme, participants may launch rockets, engineer sci-fi creations, or experiment in the Makerspace. Specific camps delve into environmental science, where children discover fossils, insects, and conduct experiments to understand Earth's wonders. Other sessions focus on coding and engineering, allowing campers to build and program LEGO SPIKE bots and tackle exciting challenges. The Astronaut Training Camp prepares future space explorers with engineering tasks, coding, and participation in space-themed missions, culminating in rocket launches. Through these diverse activities, children gain foundational knowledge in scientific principles, develop problem-solving abilities, and cultivate an interest in STEM careers.
A typical day involves hands-on STEM activities, experiments, and creative challenges related to the week's theme, such as building and programming robots, exploring environmental science, or training like an astronaut.
This camp is best for curious minds aged 6-12 who enjoy hands-on learning, experimenting, and discovering various aspects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242
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