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“Instead of learning what other people have discovered, scientific thinking leads children to make their own discoveries.”

-Unknown

Summer

JOIN THE QUEST!

All children ages 3 years old through 4th grade are welcome. We offer Primary Camp for 3 to 6 year olds—information below. In addition we offer Leadership Camp for 1st through 4th graders, or Toddler Summer Camp for 18 months to 3 years old.

Spend the summer discovering science. Enroll your child in Discovery in the Hills and spark interest in observation, investigation and the magic of science. Children learn to find possible answers to the questions they are curious about. Motivating them to ask why, what and how is part of the joy of discovery.

CAMP 1: Live it up! - JUNE 11-JUNE 29

Life is all around us. Learn about how plants grow by experimenting with different conditions. Be amazed by the life cycle of mealworms and snails. Spend a day as a zoology student doing observations at the Austin Zoo.  

CAMP 2: What’s the Matter? -JULY 2-JULY 27

Experiments abound in this camp. From a hands on periodic table to chemical reactions this camp is sure to cause wonder and awe. Austin Children’s museum will host our young scientists for a “Matter of Fact” learning experience.
 

CAMP 3: How on Earth? -JULY 30-AUGUST 17

The earth is a unique and special place. Be a kid science sleuth and trek our planet earth. Learn how energy is all around. Become a Rock Hound and a Meteorologist. Go on a fossil hunt in the Dino pit at Austin Nature and Science Center.

Primary Summer Camp Enrichment Classes:

We have put a super science twist on all our enrichment classes. All primary students will participate in these classes 11:00-11:30 AM Monday-Friday.
Scientific discovery: Study the properties of objects and materials.  Investigate light, heat, electricity and magnetism.  Learn about organisms and their environments. This enrichment class will amaze and astound.  
Scientific Method: Experience the fun of scientific experimentation. Learn how to make observations, do background research, form a hypothesis, conduct the experiment and draw a conclusion.   
Cooking with Science: Mad kitchen scientist Chef Tara will perform science magic that will fill your tummy.  
Sound Off: The science of music. Learn about the world of vibration and discover the sense of sound in a whole new way. 
Fitness Fun: The human body is an amazing thing. Enjoy cardiovascular workouts and learn more about what’s under your skin

Spray, sprinkle and splash!

Water Exploration comes to the patio. Water tables and sprinklers turn the patio into a whimsical water world. Bring your towel, suit and water shoes and get wet.