Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS. Each day is three...
Uncover the mystery behind the magic of chemistry at CAMP INNOVATION’s Chemysteries! Young scientists will become chemical sleuths as they dive into hands-on experiments and STEM-powered adventures. From making gooey Oobleck and building a citrus-powered battery, to exploring the difference between physical and chemical reactions, each day brings new challenges and discoveries! Ages 5...
Outbreak Alert! Survival Science is an exciting, hands-on adventure where participants use science to survive and thrive in a changed world. Working in teams, they’ll tackle real-world challenges like creating survival gear, building shelters, purifying water, and growing food, all while exploring the science behind infectious diseases and how scientists combat dangerous viruses. Through interactive...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You might even find some dino-themed items to build with for Dinosaur Month!
Step back in time for some dino-sized STEAM fun! In this hands-on activity, young paleontologists will explore the fascinating world of dinosaur facts and measurements, comparing their own height, stride, and even “tooth size” to prehistoric giants. Using tools of measurement and simple math, kids will practice estimation, observation, and data collection as they measure...
Step into the Jurassic Sandpit and dig into dino-sized adventures all month long! Young paleontologists can uncover hidden “fossils” using brushes, scoops, and magnifying glasses. This hands-on pretend play experience invites kids to investigate, imagine, and unearth prehistoric treasures right in the Children’s Garden.