Kids on Campus: Newtown Camps for Ages 5-6
Virtual Camps June 22 - June 26
3-2-1! Blast Off Camp - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7001 C01
Prepare for take-off! As we learn about what it takes to become an astronaut. We will travel through space and learn about the planets in our solar system. Learn facts about each planet and build your own spaceship. While in space, we will create our own planets, and search for aliens.
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Target:
White Drawing paper
Construction paper
Baking soda
Vinegar
Blue food coloring/Can use other food coloring
Yellow and White paint
Needed Materials Found at Home
Scissors, Pencil, Crayons/markers/colored pencils, Glue, Empty toilet paper rolls (3-6), Empty paper towel roll (1), Cardboard box (small Amazon or shipping box or shoe box), Bowl, Spoon, Water (at least 1 cup), Paper towels, Plate, Q-tips (1-2)
Recipe for Science - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7002 C01
Add one cup bubble making to 1/2 cup of invisible ink. Sprinkle in building volcanoes and marshmallow bridges. Add 2 teaspoons of slime, and whip in some air to make balloons and airplanes. Pour in 1 Tbs color experimentation with icing. Taste lemon fizzes, homemade ice cream, and cookies.
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from the grocery store:
Lemons, Balloons, Icing, Whipping cream, Graham crackers, Solo cups
Needed Materials Found at Home
Glue, Corn starch, Vinegar, Salt, Vegetable oil, Conditioner, Flour, Paper, Toothpicks, Milk, Sugar, Chocolate, String, Crayons, Scissors, Wax Paper, Blow dryer, Vanilla extract, Dish soap
Virtual Camps June 29 - July 3
Stuffed Animal Circus - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7019 C01
Stuffed Animal Circus is a creative, imaginative escape for our youngest campers. Does your camper have a special stuffed animal friend that is so much fun? This camp will explore your camper’s imagination. Each day, campers will get the opportunity to share their special Build A Bear or stuffed animals in a unique way – maybe an outfit, a “talent”, a story or a song. We will play with our stuffed animals and use them for skits, songs, stories and more! Expect us to make crafts, draw, dance and sing!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
Crayola Model Magic, Neon Colors, Clay Alternative, 6 Single Pack, Model Magic Neon Colors $8.17
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Sparkling Play Sand - 2 LBS of Shimmering Sand with Castle Molds and Tray (Whichever color your camper loves most) - A Kinetic Sensory Activity $12.80
Play-Doh Party Pack 10 1oz Cans of Assorted Color $4.49
Melissa & Doug Simply Crafty Marvelous Masks Activity Kit $4.99
Needed materials found at home
Stuffed Animal,Paper, Crayons, Coloring book of your choosing
Virtual Camps July 6 - July 10
Art Basics: Celebrating Line, Shape, and Color in My Art - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7024 C01
Art is ALL AROUND US! You just have to look a little more closely. “Art Basics: Celebrating Line, Shape, and Color in My Art!” encourages young art lovers to observe their environment for examples of the “Art Elements” of: line, shape, color, texture, form, value, and space. These building blocks of art form the foundation of all visual masterpieces. We will learn how to use our art materials and tools safely and effectively to express the art elements on paper. Then we will use our adorned paged to create recognizable art objects such as: a wearable paper crown, basic folded creations, and an amazing mask!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon
watercolor paint
white liquid glue
Needed materials found at home
Scissors, Pencils, White Paper, Pencil sharpener, Crayons, Colored pencils, Markers
Craft Kalaidoscope - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7025 C01
Find the budding artist in you! We will make crafts using buttons, paints, paper-mache', yarn, and watercolors. We will be using recycled materials to make wind catchers, and some modern art pieces. And we will have lots of Slime!!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp:
Michael’s or Amazon:
Assorted buttons, Water colors, Yarn, Acrylic Paint, Colored tissue paper, Pipe cleaners, Construction paper
Needed materials found at home
Plastic water bottle, Flour, Salt, Conditioner, Cornstarch, Newspaper, Elmer’s glue, Straws, Kitchen sponges, Vegetable oil
Fair Tale Discovery - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7034 C01
This camp will explore fairytales of all types, with accompanying songs, crafts, music and sharing! This camp is for boys and girls, as our emphasis will be on classic fairytales with a variety of themes and characters. Each day of camp, we will read two fairytales, do two crafts, and sing songs and dance our sillies away!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
Fun Express Three Little Pigs & Big Bad Wolf Masks | 4 Count | Great for Costume Parties, Classroom Activities, Storytelling, Art Supplies for $6.90
Crayola Model Magic, Neon Colors, Clay Alternative, 6 Single Pack, Model Magic Neon Colors $8.17
Play-Doh Party Pack 10 1oz Cans of Assorted Color $4.49
Jack and the Beanstalk - Storytelling Foam Play Masks $6.99
Crayola Fairy Tale Coloring Book with Stickers, 96 Coloring Pages, Gift for Kids, Ages 3, 4, 5, 6, Multi $2.19
Needed materials found at home:
Paper, Crayons
Virtual Camps July 13 - July 17
Bug Bonanza - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7040 C01
Enjoy the world of bugs! We will be reading and watching some stories about the life of bugs. We will also look at some of the basic properties of bug. We will of course have some time to play with bugs and see what a bug’s life is all about.
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
Discover with Dr. Cool Real Bug Digging Kit - Excavate 3 Genuine Specimens!
Bugs And Insects Coloring Book For Kids! A Unique Collection Of Coloring Pages Paperback – May 31, 2018
Insect Bug Toy Figures for Kids Boys, 2-4” Fake Bugs - Fake Spiders, Cockroaches, Scorpions, Crickets, Lady Bugs, Mantis and Worms for Education and Christmas Party Favors by Pinowu (24 Pack)
Needed Materials Found at home:
Paper, Crayons/colored pencils/markers
Recipe for Science - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7002 C02
Add one cup bubble making to 1/2 cup of invisible ink. Sprinkle in building volcanoes and marshmallow bridges. Add 2 teaspoons of slime, and whip in some air to make balloons and airplanes. Pour in 1 Tbs color experimentation with iceing. Taste lemon fizzies, and homeaide icecream, and cookies.
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from the grocery store:
Lemons, Balloons, Icing, Whipping cream, Graham crackers, Solo cups
Needed Materials Found at Home:
Glue, Corn starch, Vinegar, Salt, Vegetable oil, Conditioner, Flour, Paper, Toothpicks, Milk, Sugar, Chocolate, String, Crayons, Scissors, Wax Paper, Blow dryer, Vanilla extract, Dish soap
Time Travelers - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7043 C01
This camp will explore important historical timeframes that are high interest to our campers, with accompanying songs, crafts, music and sharing! This camp is for boys and girls. Each day of camp, we will read and discover about historical periods such as Ancient Civilizations and Early Days of America, do crafts, and sing songs and dance our sillies away!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
XX Excavation Kit for Kids Egyptian Mummy $9.99
XX Excavation Kit for Kids Dino Skeleton $9.99
Play-Doh Party Pack 10 1oz Cans of Assorted Color $4.49
Thanksgiving Make Your Own Headband Kit $5.09
Needed Materials Found at home:
Paper, Crayons
Virtual Camps July 20 - July 24
3-2-1! Blast Off Camp - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7001 C02
Prepare for take-off! As we learn about what it takes to become an astronaut. We will travel through space and learn about the planets in our solar system. Learn facts about each planet and build your own spaceship. While in space, we will create our own planets, and search for aliens.
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Target:
White Drawing paper
Construction paper
Baking soda
Vinegar
Blue food coloring/Can use other food coloring
Yellow and White paint
Needed Materials Found at Home:
Scissors, Pencil, Crayons/markers/colored pencils, Glue, Empty toilet paper rolls (3-6), Empty paper towel roll (1), Cardboard box (small Amazon or shipping box or shoe box), Bowl, Spoon, Water (at least 1 cup), Paper towels, Plate, Q-tips (1-2)
Fair Tale Discovery - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7034 C02
This camp will explore fairytales of all types, with accompanying songs, crafts, music and sharing! This camp is for boys and girls, as our emphasis will be on classic fairytales with a variety of themes and characters. Each day of camp, we will read two fairytales, do two crafts, and sing songs and dance our sillies away!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
Fun Express Three Little Pigs & Big Bad Wolf Masks | 4 Count | Great for Costume Parties, Classroom Activities, Storytelling, Art Supplies for $6.90
Crayola Model Magic, Neon Colors, Clay Alternative, 6 Single Pack, Model Magic Neon Colors $8.17
Play-Doh Party Pack 10 1oz Cans of Assorted Color $4.49
Jack and the Beanstalk - Storytelling Foam Play Masks $6.99
Crayola Fairy Tale Coloring Book with Stickers, 96 Coloring Pages, Gift for Kids, Ages 3, 4, 5, 6, Multi $2.19
Needed Materials Found at home
Paper
Crayons
Virtual Camps July 27 - July 31
Bug Bonanza - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7040 C02
Enjoy the world of bugs! We will be reading and watching some stories about the life of bugs. We will also look at some of the basic properties of bug. We will of course have some time to play with bugs and see what a bug’s life is all about.
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
Discover with Dr. Cool Real Bug Digging Kit - Excavate 3 Genuine Specimens!
Bugs And Insects Coloring Book For Kids! A Unique Collection Of Coloring Pages Paperback – May 31, 2018
Insect Bug Toy Figures for Kids Boys, 2-4” Fake Bugs - Fake Spiders, Cockroaches, Scorpions, Crickets, Lady Bugs, Mantis and Worms for Education and Christmas Party Favors by Pinowu (24 Pack)
Needed Materials Found at home:
Paper, Crayons/colored pencils/markers
5-6-7-8! Cheer - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7057 C01
Welcome to the world of cheerleading! Throughout the week campers will learn the basics of cheerleading – jumps, motions, stretching, and conditioning. Campers will also learn a short dance over the course of the week. We will work to create a “team” atmosphere virtually through a series of team bonding activities.
Needed Materials Found at home
Campers just need to have a space to move around in front of the computer. Campers should also wear sneakers and have water available throughout camp time.
Time Travelers - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7043 C02
This camp will explore important historical timeframes that are high interest to our campers, with accompanying songs, crafts, music and sharing! This camp is for boys and girls. Each day of camp, we will read and discover about historical periods such as Ancient Civilizations and Early Days of America, do crafts, and sing songs and dance our sillies away!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
XX Excavation Kit for Kids Egyptian Mummy $9.99
XX Excavation Kit for Kids Dino Skeleton $9.99
Play-Doh Party Pack 10 1oz Cans of Assorted Color $4.49
Thanksgiving Make Your Own Headband Kit $5.09
Needed Materials Found at home
Paper, Crayons
Virtual Camps August 3 - August 7
Art Basics: Celebrating Line, Shape, and Color in My Art - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7024 C02
Art is ALL AROUND US! You just have to look a little more closely. “Art Basics: Celebrating Line, Shape, and Color in My Art!” encourages young art lovers to observe their environment for examples of the “Art Elements” of: line, shape, color, texture, form, value, and space. These building blocks of art form the foundation of all visual masterpieces. We will learn how to use our art materials and tools safely and effectively to express the art elements on paper. Then we will use our adorned paged to create recognizable art objects such as: a wearable paper crown, basic folded creations, and an amazing mask!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
watercolor paint
white liquid glue
Needed materials found at home:
Scissors, Pencils, White Paper, Pencil sharpener, Crayons, Colored pencils, Markers
Virtual Camps August 10 - August 14
Stuffed Animal Circus - LIVE ONLINE RCHYC 7019 C02
Stuffed Animal Circus is a creative, imaginative escape for our youngest campers. Does your camper have a special stuffed animal friend that is so much fun? This camp will explore your camper’s imagination. Each day, campers will get the opportunity to share their special Build A Bear or stuffed animals in a unique way – maybe an outfit, a “talent”, a story or a song. We will play with our stuffed animals and use them for skits, songs, stories and more! Expect us to make crafts, draw, dance and sing!
Materials you will need to purchase for this camp from Amazon:
Crayola Model Magic, Neon Colors, Clay Alternative, 6 Single Pack, Model Magic Neon Colors $8.17
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Sparkling Play Sand - 2 LBS of Shimmering Sand with Castle Molds and Tray (Whichever color your camper loves most) - A Kinetic Sensory Activity $12.80
Play-Doh Party Pack 10 1oz Cans of Assorted Color $4.49
Melissa & Doug Simply Crafty Marvelous Masks Activity Kit $4.99
Needed materials found at home:
Stuffed Animal, Paper, Crayons, Coloring book of your choosing