| Monday, May 28th |
Memorial Day |
It's Memorial Day and we'll be remembering all those that have served for our country by making red, white and blue decorations and participating in TCM's own fitness boot camp! |
| Tuesday, May 29th |
Washington State History Day |
Do you know why the Space Needle is here? We'll learn all about Washington State history, including somethings that our in the Museum's own backyard! |
| Wednesday, May 30th |
Sign Language |
TCM's favorite Sign Language expert, Kelly from Visually Verbal, will be joining us for parts of the day to share her sign language expertise. Activities and lessons will be based on learning the very basics of signs. |
| Thursday, May 31st |
Hat Day |
Read all about it! Today is Hat Day and we are making hats out of newspapers! Join us for this creative recycling project that is fun to wear! |
| Friday, June 1st |
Baseball Day |
Buy me some peanuts and cracker jacks! We'll learn more about America's favorite past time and create our own mascots! |
| Monday, June 4th (Science Week) |
Rocket Day |
3, 2, 1, blast off! We'll experiment with different materials from around the house to create launchable 'rockets', and a few other science experiments that are out of this world! |
| Tuesday, June 5th (Science Week) |
Bees & Butterflies |
Today is all about the science of insects! What is their job? How do they help the Earth? |
| Wednesday, June 6th (Science Week) |
Space and Beyond |
What is in outer space? Learn about all things space, including robots, telescopes and homemade moon rocks! |
| Thursday, June 7th (Science Week) |
Let's Go Fly a Kite! |
Let's learn about wind and weather while we experiment with different kite materials - as well as learning about gravity and the science of flight! |
| Friday, June 8th (Science Week) |
Science of Ice Cream |
Did you know that your favorite dessert is actually a science experiment? Learn how the reaction of salt and temperature can create such a delicious treat! |
| Monday, June 11th |
Box Car Derby Day |
Become a soap box dragster as we discover the world of Box Car Derby racing! |
| Tuesday, June 12th |
Where the Wild Things Are |
Step into the wonderful world created by Maurice Sendak as we explore the book Where the Wild Things Are. From costumes to crafts, it's all about things that are wild! |
| Wednesday, June 13th |
Lollipop Day |
Explore the science of Lollipops as we make our favorite flavor of Lollipops and and a special treat for our sweetest friends! |
| Thursday, June 14th |
Root Beer Day |
Will it float?! Join us as we work to find out what makes an item float or sink, we'll also have a favorite frothy snack too! |
| Friday, June 15th |
Pen Pal Day |
Do you have a pen pal? What would you send them if you did? What would you tell them about your city? We'll also spend some time learning about 'letters'! |
| Monday, June 18th |
Take it to the Stage |
Classic stories come to life in this puppet theatre workshop as campers create backdrops, costumes, puppets and scripts in this hands-on program. |
| Tuesday, June 19th |
Fairies and Frogs |
We'll take a look back to the times of Fairy tales, Kings, Princesses and Knights. Join us as we make our own knight shield. We'll learn about how Knights use shields not only to protect themselves but to distinguish who they are. |
| Wednesday, June 20th |
First Day of Summer |
It's finally here! Summer season! We'll celebrate the arrival of one of our favorite seasons with activities that are best done in the sun - sand castles, ice painting, parachute games and much more! |
| Thursday, June 21st |
Lemonade Stand |
What says summer vacation better than a lemonade stand? We'll spend the day exploring all aspects of starting a lemonade stand. From creating personalized lemonade recipes to the addition and subtraction of making a sales to the entrepreneur skills behind creating the stand - we'll learn it all! |
| Friday, June 22nd |
Campout Day |
Campers will get to experience all out favorite things about camping, without having to pack a bag! We'll practice pitching tents, making our own trail mix and camp fire songs. |
| Monday, June 25th |
Eric Carle's B-day |
Join us as we use the Eric Carle classic, The Grouchy Lady Bug, to inspire a Birthday Celebration that focuses on teamwork and creativity with activities including; pin the spot on the lady bug, collaging party hats, creating healthy lady bug snacks and more! |
| Tuesday, June 26th |
Groceries and Goodies |
Ever wonder how all the fruit gets displayed in the grocery store? We're about to find out! We'll take a behind the scenes tour of the lower Queen Anne Metropolitan Market and make some comparisons of the real store to our very own Metropolitan Market exhibit. |
| Wednesday, June 27th |
I Love My Dentist Day |
Everyone should love their dentist more than just twice a year! We'll spend the day learning about teeth health and how floss is the boss. You may even have head home with your very own toothpaste to try out! |
| Thursday, June 28th |
Bakery Store |
We're opening our own bakery! Campers will be able to plan a menu, restaurant design and decorations. We'll even practice baking pies and taste test cinnamon rolls! |
| Friday, June 29th |
Under the Big Top |
Our friends from Teatro Zinzanni are stopping by to teach us some juggling and balancing tricks! We'll learn the very basics of how to clown around from one of their educators, Sam Vance. |
| Monday, July 2nd |
Tour De France |
One of the world's best known bike races is underway! Join us as we learn about bike safety and practice our safety signals. |
| Tuesday, July 3rd |
Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles |
Today will be all about bubbles! What makes the best bubble? What is the science behind bubbles? How can bubbles create art? What makes chewing gum bubbles to fun to make? |
| Wednesday, July 4th |
Independence Day |
It's Independence Day and we'll spend the day learning some American History. We'll also get cooking in the kitchen as we learn how to make mini cherry pies across the USA! |
| Thursday, July 5th |
Detectives Day |
Guest educator, Lindsey Dunwoodie, will become a junior detective with campers as they unravel mysteries with their five senses! *Lindsey will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Friday, July 6th |
Rainbow Fish |
It's a day full of activities based off the book Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister! Art projects, math lessons, story telling and science experiments led by guest educator Lindsey Dunwoodie! *Lindsey will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Monday, July 9th |
Chocolate Day |
CHOCOLATE! We'll taste test some of Seattle's famous chocolates, as well as design our own candy bar and wrapper to 'sell' to the group. |
| Tuesday, July 10th |
Teddy Bear Picnic |
Today's the day the teddy bears have their picnic! Music Educator Marcia Bridges will join us for he morning session as we sing along to the Teddy Bears' Picnic song. Be sure to bring your teddy! |
| Wednesday, July 11th |
Eat your Veggies |
Veggies are an important part of everyone's nutrition! But they can also be great fun too! We'll spend some time learning about nutrition and the food pyramid, followed by some wacky art and science vegetable projects. |
| Thursday, July 12th |
Sushi and Samaris |
Come try some sushi with us! We'll taste test the rice and fish based Japanese cuisine and then imagine we are traveling to far off countries as we learn about the Asian culture. |
| Friday, July 13th |
Bastille Day |
Bastille Day, also known as French National Day, will be full of activities and lessons teaching us about the country and and culture of France! We'll even spend some time with the stories of everyone's favorite French school girl - Madeline! |
| Monday, July 16th (Art Week) |
Earthy Art |
Art Educator Megan Hosch-Schmitt will teach us all about artist Andy Goldsworthy as we use nature to inspire and create art forms including sculpture and printmaking. *Megan will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Tuesday, July 17th (Art Week) |
Duct Tape |
It's wearable art!! We'll create functional and wearable art with a workshop must have - duct tape! Lead by Art Educator Megan Hosch-Schmitt. *Megan will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Wednesday, July 18th (Art Week) |
Snap, Drip, Pop! |
We'll get creative with Art Educator Megan Hosch-Schmitt as we mimic unconventional artists like Jackson Pollock and Joan Miro and create paintings with bubbles, sticks, rubber bands and more! *Megan will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Thursday, July 19th (Art Week) |
Toys |
Art Educator Megan Hosch-Schmitt will teach us the methods to designing and creating your own toys like instruments, recyclable cars, paper dolls and more! *Megan will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Friday, July 20th (Art Week) |
Architecture |
Become an architect and design your own dream home or play house. Learn techniques to build a mini model using real architect materials and take home your finished project home. Led by Art Educator Megan Hosch-Schmitt. *Megan will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Monday, July 23rd |
Pizza Time |
We'll practice our math skills as we combine the ingredients to make pizza dough, as well as learning about the food pyramid and healthy pizza options. Campers will be able to be their own master chefs as they create their own English muffin pizza! |
| Tuesday, July 24th |
Disney Day |
Today we are celebrating all things Disney! From the music, to the characters, to the story lines - we'll learn, laugh, act, sing, jump and dance our way through the day! Led by Music Educator and RFP Marcia Bridges. |
| Wednesday, July 25th |
Yoga |
Breeeeeaaathhhheee! We're practicing our yoga moves today and we learn some kid sized poses. It's all about stretching and excercise today! |
| Thursday, July 26th |
Luau Time |
Do you know how to hula? Come learn and practice with us! We'll be imaging we're on a tropical island with dancing and games - be sure to wear your Hawaiian shirts! *Lindsey will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Friday, July 27th |
Cowboy Day |
*Lindsey will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Monday, July 30th (Music Week) |
And the Beat Goes on |
Music Educator Marcia Bridges will teach us all about rhythm and beat using as we boogie down with our favorite instruments! |
| Tuesday, July 31st (Music Week) |
Giraffes Can't Dance |
We're going to find out if everyone's favorite long necked creature really can't dance! We'll explore the children's book Giraffes Can't Dance as we learn about music and dancing. Led by Music Educator Marcia Bridges. |
| Wednesday, August 1st (Music Week) |
76 Tombones |
*Marcia will only be joining us in the AM session. |
| Thursday, August 2nd (Music Week) |
Dinosaur Congo |
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| Friday, August 3rd (Music Week) |
I've Got Rhythm… |
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| Monday, August 6th |
Chocolate Chip Day |
What happens if you give a mouse a cookie? We'll find out! And lots more chocolate chip related science, math, art and health experiments! |
| Tuesday, August 7th |
Friendship Day |
What does it mean to be a good friend? We'll learn all about being friends with each other, animals and our community! |
| Wednesday, August 8th |
Fire Safety |
Our friends from the Seattle Fire Department are stopping by and they are bringing their big red fire truck! We'll explore the buttons and lights before we head inside to learn about fire safety. |
| Thursday, August 9th |
Dino- Might! |
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| Friday, August 10th |
S'mores Day |
What camping trip would be complete with out a s'more? We'll spend the day pretending we're on a camping adventure, learning about Pacific Northwest outdoors and wild life. And of course we'll experiment with ingredients to make different types of s'mores. |
| Monday, August 13th |
Chocolate Milk Day |
Does chocolate milk come from brown cows? We'll learn all about farm animal fun and how milk gets from the farm to your kitchen table! |
| Tuesday, August 14th |
Gymnastics Day |
Gymnastics is a favorite Olympics sport for many, and the games of Summer 2012 are no different! Join us as we learn about gymnastics and the history of the Olympic games. Special guests Gymboree will lend their expertise as we learn some safety tips for gymnastics tricks. |
| Wednesday, August 15th |
Monorail Day |
Ever wonder how the Monorail works? We're learning how! Campers will get a behind the scenes tour of the Monorail as we learn about electricity and energy conservation. |
| Thursday, August 16th |
Creatures and Compost |
Is your garden ready for harvest? We'll learn how to make compost to prepare the soil for the next harvest year. Let's learn about composting and worms together!
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| Friday, August 17th |
Watermelon Day |
It's National Watermelon Day and we are having fun with all things watermelon - from watermelon math to watermelon art to testing out the fruit itself - it's melon-rific! |
| Monday, August 20th |
National Cupcake Day |
Celebrate National Cupcake day with us by decorating your own cupcake, donated in part from Metropolitan Market. We'll also learn the math and science behind everyone's favorite bite sized cake treat! |
| Tuesday, August 21st |
Sands and Sea |
Campers will explore the aquatic world by creating an artistic diorama filled with sand sculptures, sea creatures, treasure and more! |
| Wednesday, August 22nd |
Etiquette Day |
Join us as we learn about table manners, place settings and etiquette. Campers will even get to decorate their very own plates to take home and show off their new etiquette skills! |
| Thursday, August 23rd |
Picnic Time |
This camp combines art and nutrition as each camper plans, designs and sculpts a balanced meal to enjoy on a pretend picnic adventure. In this camp, playing with your food is encouraged. |
| Friday, August 24th |
Curious George Day |
Let's get curious! Just like everyone's favorite curious monkey, campers will participate in a variety of book based math, science and engineering based adventures. |
| Monday, August 27th |
Library Day |
TCM's favorite Sign Language expert, Kelly from Visually Verbal, will be joining us for parts of the day to share her sign language expertise as we practice reading and learning signs. Camper will learn how fun a trip to the library can be - they'll want to visit a real one with their families! |
| Tuesday, August 28th |
An Apple A Day |
An apple a day . . . Keeps the fun going all day! We'll be exploring apples, grabbing one for our teachers as we get ready to head back to school and throwing a few in a pie as we learn about the chemistry of baking and cooking and so much more! |
| Wednesday, August 29th |
Ancient Eygpt Day |
We'll imagine we are traveling to the far off country of Egypt as we as we learn about the pyramids, mummies and more! |
| Thursday, August 30th |
Sports Day |
Soccer, basketball, hula hoops, hop scotch, Olympics, sock skating . . . We'll learn them all! |
| Friday, August 31st |
Zolo-ing! |
It's our camp farewell! Join us as we say 'so long' with some of our favorite activities from through out the summer. |