Course Description
Check out “The SciKidz” in the Stop-Motion Film One Monstrous Afternoon
Be sure to see our other movie-making summer camp, Special Effects!
Camp Marvel Movie Maker Grades 1-3, Cost is $349
Stop motion animation is an incredibly fun, hands-on way to make amazing films, using a variety of materials and objects such as clay, LEGO figures, and other everyday materials.
In this camp young filmmakers will learn the science of film and animation. Stop motion animation was first used in early films such as King Kong and the silent pictures, especially when it came to special effects. We provide campers with storyboard techniques, script writing, set design ideas, character development, film angles, lighting, special effects, and methods to add titles and rolling credits.
Campers will also learn how to use armature-based figures. If you are living with the next Stephen Spielberg, your little director won’t want to miss this camp!
Hours & Fees
- Camp price ranges from $325 to $400 per week. To see what a typical day is like, click here.
- Our week is Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.
- Pre-camp and Post-camp hours are available:
- Pre-camp hours start at 8am and is $35 for the week.
- Post-Camp hours go to 5:00pm and the cost is $40 per week.
Depending on the camp, additional lab fees may apply. Please see our camp descriptions for more information.
The Half-Day Summer Camp Program
For camper grade PK-K we also offer a half-day program. The hours are from 9-1 pm and the cost is $325 per week. Post Camp services are not available for the half-day program. Your camper will need a snack, lunch, and drinks.
Cancellation Policy:
Full refunds will be given until May 15. A 75% refund will be given between May 15 and May 31. There are no refunds after June 1st. You may switch weeks during the summer or take a 100% credit for the following summer.
There is a $35 cancellation fee to cover our online registration costs.
Forms & Resources
Sun Screen Waiver Form
With hot summer temperatures upon us, we’d like to remind you of the extra precautions we take to make sure our campers stay cool and well hydrated. Please take a look at our FAQ page to see our procedures for keeping the kids cool! If you would like us to apply sunscreen, please fill out the waiver form and hand it into the Camp Director on Monday morning.
Summer Camp Planner
Club SciKidz realizes that families are very busy during the summer. With multiple camps and sometimes multiple kids, it can be a real challenge planning and then getting them to all of their summer activities.
How do we stay on top of it all without going crazy!? The easiest solution, we believe, is to send all of your kids to every single week of Club SciKidz Summer Camp. With 42 unique camps, we have something for all of your kids!
However, we know that is not always practical, and that your kids have other interests as well, such as art/sports/etc… So, we have created this simple Summer Camp Planner to help you organize your summers. All you have to do is print it out and put your child’s name up top and then fill-in the rest of their Summer Camp Schedules. This is a great tool to help organize & plan your summers and hopefully give you a little more time to have some time of your own!
Summer Camp Planner
Medical Form
The Welcome Packet mentions an ‘Administration of Medicine Form’. If your child requires any medications during the time he/she is at the camp, please download this form and print it, fill in the required information, and bring it with the child on the first day of camp.
Welcome Packet
Getting ready for camp should be an exciting process for your entire family. Many families attend multiple camps throughout the summer. For your convenience we have posted our Welcome Packet in the form of a parent newsletter on-line in PDF format. This document covers everything from Club SciKidz policies to camp dates and security issues.
Health & Wellness Policy
Typical Daily Schedule
Summer Camps Grades PK-K
- 8:00-9:00- Pre-Camp Extended Care: Playtime Science and Engineer Activity Centers
- 8:50-9:00- Campers Greeted by Staff
- 9:00-9:20- All Camp Science Demonstrations
- 9:20-10:05- 1st Science Rotation
- 10:05-10:20- Snack Attack
- 10:20-11:05- Outdoors: Team and Skill Building Activities
- 11:05-11:50- 2nd Science Rotation
- 11:50-12:50- Lunch and Recess
- 12:50-1:00- Optional 1/2-Day Program Ends
- 1:00-1:45- 3rd Science Rotation
- 1:45-2:45- 4th Science Rotation
- 2:45–3:00- Clean-up
- 3:00-3:30- Goodbyes
- 3:00-5:00- Post Camp Activities: Science Experiments/Playtime Science
Summer Camps Grades 1-4, Grades 4-7
- 8:00-9:00- Pre-Camp Activities: Science and Technology Activities
- 8:50-9:00- Campers Greeted by Staff
- 9:00-9:20- All Camp Science Demonstrations
- 9:20-10:05- 1st Science Rotation
- 10:05-10:20- Snack Attack
- 10:20-11:05 – Outdoors: Team and Skill Building Activities
- 11:05-11:50- 2nd Science Rotation
- 11:50-12:50- Lunch and Recess
- 1:00-1:50- 3rd Science Rotation
- 1:50-2:40- 4th Science Rotation
- 2:45–3:00- Clean-up
- 3:00-3:30- Goodbyes
- 4:00-5:00- Post Camp Activities: Science Experiments/Playtime & Science and Technology
Virtual Camp Hours & Fees
- Camp price ranges from $325 to $400 per week. To see what a typical day is like, click here.
- Our week is Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.
Online Course Requirements:
- WebCam
- Stable internet connection with access to Zoom Video Conferencing
Important Software/Hardware Requirements
Each Virtual camp will have its own software/hardware requirement, which are unique to that camp. Please see camp specific requirements below:
Virtual Camp Daily Schedule
- 9:45 – 10:00 Zoom Classroom join!
- 10:00 -11:00 Lesson 1
- 11:00 -11:10 Restroom/Snack break
- 11:10 -12:10 Lesson 2
- 12:10-12:40 Lunch Break
- 12:40 – 1:40 Lesson 3
- 1:40 – 2:00 Outdoor Break/ Class Game Time
- 2:00 – 3:00 Lesson 4
- 3:00 Dismissal
*Please expect some minor flexibility with this daily schedule as counselors may slightly adjust each lesson block based on camper needs. The start time (10am) and end time(3:00pm) will be observed. Overall instructional time will remain the same.
Cost
$349
No Sessions Available
Downloads
- Sunscreen Waiver
- Summer Camp Planner
- Medical Form
- Welcome Packet
- Health & Wellness Policy