STEM Camp Blog

How Do Airplanes Fly?

Wondering how do airplanes fly? Get the answer, plus facts on how heavy they can be, how fast and high they can go, and more!

What is a Superhero? Superheroes are the dazzling characters created from the wildest dreams of our imaginations. They can do things that regular humans can’t – like see with x-ray vision, sling spider webs from their wrists, fly through space,

Earth Day Activities for Kids

Celebrate Earth Day If you’re looking for a way to celebrate our planet and show your support for protecting our amazing environment, Earth Day is the perfect occasion! Earth Day Quick Facts Earth Day is a day to show our

Solar Eclipse Explained

What is a Solar Eclipse? Have you ever made a shadow puppet by putting your hand over a flashlight in the dark? You may be surprised to learn that what you see (a big shadow on your wall) is very

STEM and the Minions

What Do Minion Have to Do with STEM? We’re so glad you asked! Every camp season, a lot of thought and care goes into selecting our weekly camp themes. Besides making sure that each week is loaded with educational content,

Respecting the Game - Sports Hall of Fame

The Story of Jackie Barrett – Celebrate Inclusion in Your Classroom!

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, in partnership with Special Olympics Canada and the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Calgary 2024 Legacy Fund, has announced their upcoming launch of a national education program, “Respecting the Game: The Story of Jackie Barrett”.

Ahoy There! Campers Headed to the Pacific Ocean with the E/V Nautilus

Hey there, ocean explorers! Have you ever wondered what’s hiding beneath the waves of the big blue sea? Well, hold onto your snorkels, because we’re about to dive in! You just never know what we have up our sleeves, and

How Can You Clean the Ocean?

The ocean is vast and vitally important. It covers over 70 percent of Earth and houses over 96 percent of our water, as well as at least (but likely more than) half of all life on Earth. How can we ensure that pollution doesn’t threaten this key ecosystem? Use your creativity and a few materials to see how you can clean the ocean!