School Break Camps
Activity Guide: Snack Vending Machine, Yum!
Recommended Ages: 8-12
What you'll do & learn in this camp:
1. Dive into the basics of engineering a simple vending machine:
- Understand the principles of structural engineering.
- Discover what qualifies as "superfoods."
- Learn how to transform your favorite snacks into "super snacks."
2. Design, sketch, and paint your own conceptual vending machine.
3. Build a prototype using cardboard, craft materials, and basic tools.
4. Create personalized super snacks using nutritious superfood ingredients.
5. Bring your vending machine to life and put it to work—maybe even use it to kickstart fundraising for your next big idea!
(*Indicates optional choice take-home items or projects)
Activity Guide: Imagine A Day in the *ISS
Recommended Ages: 5-12
What you'll do & learn in this camp:
1. Discover: Learn the purpose behind the ISS (International Space Station). Explore how astronauts live aboard the ISS—how they eat, sleep, shower, and more!
2. **Create: Unleash your creativity by drawing, painting, and designing your own ISS model or crafting unique space-themed art.
3. **Build: Construct your own 3D ISS model or design your favorite space-inspired gear and equipment.
4. **Innovate: Design and build a simple sprouter to replicate growing microgreens in space—just like astronauts do!
*International Space Station
**Indicates optional choice take-home projects/items
Activity Guide: Super Food for Super You!
Recommended Ages: 8-12
What you'll do & learn in this camp:
1. Learn: Understand what superfoods are and explore their major health benefits.
2. *Create: Unleash your creativity by making food art with superfood ingredients—think salads, desserts, and snacks.
3. Taste: Enjoy and sample the delicious recipes you’ve prepared.
4. *Grow: Build and design a simple mini sprouter pot to grow your own superfood sprouts.
(*Indicates optional choice take-home projects/items)