Summer is a time for kids to get outside, run around in the sun, or to pursue their unique passions outside of a regular classroom. Last summer, this cycle was disrupted, with children forced, in many cases, to remain quarantined in their homes because of the pandemic.
While parents were often able to get creative to give their children new activities, this undeniably limited the opportunities children had during that summer.
As the world begins to open up, it looks like summer is opening back up for fun, too.
AY Magazine will be compiling a list of fun activities for your children. If you have a suggestion, please email Tyler Hale at thale@aymag.com
What: Your Move: Game On!
Where: Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
When: June 7-11 for ages 8-10; June 14-18 for ages 11-14
This summer camp will teach kids how to design new, fun games, using paper, wood, clay, plastic and even pixels. It will teach them a range of skills, including 3D printing, laser cutting, robotics, coding and more. Each camp is limited to 20 children. Click here for more information. Click here to learn more.
What: CUSI Coding Camp
Where: Arkansas State University
When: June 7-11 and June 21-25
This weeklong coding camp will teach the fundamentals of computer programming, giving students a hands-on programming experience. Each camp will accept 30 students from grads 9-11. Click here to learn more.
What: Theater Camp
Where: Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
When: June 7-18
During this camp, students will be immersed in musical theater, learning about acting, voice, movement, performance and more. They will work with props, costumes and more; and they will even act out numbers and scenes from a range of musicals. This camp is designed for students age 12-17 and will accept 15 students. Click here to learn more.
What: Engineering Boot Camp
Where: Arkansas State University
When: June 14-18
Students will dive into the engineering field in this camp, learning about engineering systems, models, robotics and more. The students will work on multiple projects and even create their own robotic masterpiece. This program will accept 21 students in grades 9-11. Click here to learn more.
What: Theater Camp Jr.
Where: Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
When: June 21-25
This is the little brother of the Theater Camp, focusing on beginner musical theater for campers ages 7-11. This camp will also allow students to perform on stage and learn all the basics of theater. Only 15 students will be accepted into the camp. Click here to learn more.
What: Superheroes and Beyond!
Where: Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
When: June 28-July 2 for ages 8-10; July 12-16 for ages 11-14
Develop your own superhero, crafting their origin story and costume during this supercharged summer camp. Guest experts will visit, teaching your budding superhero about costume making, props, and more. Each camp is limited to 20 children. Click here to learn more.
What: Explore the Zooniverse
Where: Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
When: July 19-23 and August 2-6 for ages 8-10
This camp will expose your young zoologist to a range of domestic and exotic animals. They’ll create fun animal art pieces and design a project to help improve the world around them. Each camp is limited to 20 children. Click here to learn more.
