Summer Camps 2008 at KiDiMu!
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THEATER CAMP: CREATIVE DRAMA FOR BEGINNERS
Join us to take a peek behind the scenes of a theater production: create a play, design sets and visit BPA when the spotlights are off. Learn what it takes to become an actor or an actress. Each day explore different aspects of theatrical experience. Engage in imaginary play activities and theater games in preparation for the final performance on the last day of the camp. Classes focus on interactive play, vocabulary, visual arts, movement and relationship building.

Instructor: Gabe Carbajal, BPA Theater School Instructor and Performing Artist
Ages 4 - 6 | June 24 - 27 | 9:30am - 12pm
Ages 6 - 8 | July 29 - August 1 | 1pm - 3:30pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


WHAT’S COOKING CAMP: AROUND THE WORLD
This summer join us for edible experimentation where it’s OK and actually encouraged for you to play with your food. Travel around the globe to discover tasty treats from distant lands. Through cooking, stories, crafts and songs, discover cultures and cuisines of America, Asia and Europe. Learn how to prepare nutritious dishes from all over the world and how to eat them, too. Classes focus on science of nutrition, healthy lifestyle, arts and cultures.

Instructor: Shena Fergusson, Dietetic Technician and Island Fitness Nutritionist
Ages 4 - 7 | June 24 - 27 | 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$125 members, $145 non-members


STORYBOOK CAMP I: MAGICAL WORLD OF DR. SEUSS
“Oh me! Oh my! Oh me! Oh my! What a lot of funny things go by!” (One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish)
Are green eggs and ham your favorite food? If so, you need to taste other treats by Dr. Seuss. Each day join your favorite friends in a new adventure. Find out how to read with your eyes shut and become a true Seussologist! Listen to stories, play games, make artistic creations and more! Classes focus on literacy, math, arts, interactive play, and the power of imagination.

Instructor: Gabe Carbajal, BPA Theatre School Instructor and Performing Artist
Ages 4 - 7 | July 1- 3 | 1pm - 3:30pm
$115 members, $125 non-members


STORYBOOK CAMP II: WONDER OF FAIRYTALES
Explore the world of fairytales where science, art, storytelling and music come together in a learning experience and cause a lot of giggles. Each day challenge yourself to big adventures for little people. Join us to design a beanstalk, create a Hansel and Gretel cottage and say 'BOO' to the Big Bad Wolf. Classes focus on literacy, arts, interactive play and the power of imagination.

Instructor: Wendy Prust, Certified Elementary School and Music Teacher and KiDiMu Docent
Ages 4 - 6 | July 8 - 11 | 9:30am - 12pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


PIRATE CAMP: LOST TREASURES OF A DESERT ISLAND
Back by Popular Demand!
Ahoy mate! A pirate ship has anchored nearby and the Captain is looking for a new crew to take on his next adventure! Join us as you and the Captain explore the mainland in search of the legendary treasure. The adventure takes off each day as you follow a different map on a new trail though the swamps, jungles, and beaches of your imagination. At the end of every treasure map there’s a treasure. What will yours be? Classes focus on interactive play, theatre, art, geography, math, and pirate spirit.

Instructor: Guy Sidora, KiDiMu Educator, Bainbridge Ballet and BPA Performing Artist
Ages 6 - 8 | July 8 - 11 | 1pm - 3:30pm
Ages 4 - 6 | July 15 - 18 | 1pm - 3:30pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


STORYBOOK CAMP III: FANTASYLAND
Hail, all yee Knights, Princesses, Fairies and Dragons. Are you ready to get enchanted? Come along if you dare! With the help of traditional and modern literature and poetry, rhyme and song we will explore deep into the magical forests of fantasy. Bring a costume or help us design and create your own. Classes focus on literacy, interactive play, arts and the power of imagination.

Instructor: Wendy Prust, Certified Elementary School and Music Teacher, Local Artist and KiDiMu Docent
Ages 4 - 6 | July 15 - 18 | 9:30am - 12pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


MUSIC CAMP: BLUE MAN GROUP - MAKING WAVES*
Discover the mysteries of sound hidden behind the amazing exhibit at KiDiMu. Prepare yourself for a multi-sensory adventure into the world of music. Use your body as a percussion instrument! Design your own instruments, play and listen to live music each day. Make your feet happy with movement exercises and be ready to sing and giggle. Classes focus on arts, interactive play and movement.

Instructor: Linda Coral Slater, Musician, Kindermusik Educator and Minimu Sing Along Instructor
Ages 3 - 6 | July 22 - 25 | 9:30am - 12pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


SCIENCE CAMP: BLUE MAN GROUP – MAKING WAVES*
What does sound look like? Come and learn this summer in a special science camp based on an extraordinary traveling exhibit! Each day become a scientist and embark upon a new journey of discovery through sensory engagement, interactive entertainment and hands-on science projects. Experiment with sound and music and experience the fun of physics! Classes focus on hands-on learning, physics, math and arts.

Instructor: Joyce Nishimura, Certified Science Teacher and Science Teacher Trainer
Ages 7-10 | July 22 - 25 | 1pm - 3:30pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


DINOSAUR CAMP: DINO DIG
Back by Popular Demand
Come dig into the world of dinosaurs in this adventurous camp! Become an archeologist and take a new journey each day to learn about prehistoric creatures, fossils, volcanoes and more. This camp will approach the world of dinosaurs in a fun and theatrical way, including dinosaur games, creations, activities, and movement. Classes focus on literacy, science and arts.

Instructor: Guy Sidora, KiDiMu Educator, Bainbridge Ballet and BPA Performing Artist
Ages 3 - 6 | July 29 - August 1 | 9:30am - 12pm
$125 members, $145 non-members


MARINE SCIENCE CAMP: UNDER THE SEA
Learn all about the secret life of sharks and how to befriend a starfish! Use your imagination to explore mysteries of the oceans and the shores. Each day visit the bottom of the sea in our under the sea activity area. Discover all the colors of marine fauna and flora through hands-on science and art activities crafted especially for beginner specialists in marine biology.
Classes focus on hands-on learning, biology and arts.

Instructor: Joyce Nishimura, Certified Science Teacher and Science Teacher Trainer
Ages 5 - 7 | August 5 - 8 | 9:30am - 12pm
$125 members, $145 non-members

 

 

* Blue Man Group – Making Waves is the Boston Children’s Museum’s Traveling Exhibit, created in cooperation with the Blue Man Group and JBL®, a registered trademark of Harman International.

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