Little Explorers Summer Camp 2024
Do you have a creative and curious problem solver? Spend the summer exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained education staff, and an opportunity to make new friends.
This summer, we will be exploring the deep blue sea, practicing our paleontology skills, creating colorful masterpieces, and so much more. Register now to join us for a summer of FUN!
Ages: Entering Kindergarten - Entering 3rd Grade (4* - 8 years old)
Hours: 9:00am - 2:00pm
- Maximum capacity to ensure a safe and educational experience: 20
- Full week sign-ups only
- 10% discount for siblings**
*Campers must be able to use bathroom facilities without help from an adult.
**Please contact DiscoveryCamp@sdcdm.org to learn more about the sibling discount option.
Pricing
Weekly Themes
Week 1
June 17 - June 21
Robotics & Coding
Engineers are problem solvers! Explore the world of software and computer engineers while practicing your problem-solving skills through various coding challenges.
2 spots remaining
*Last day of registration: June 3, 2024
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Week 2
June 24 - June 28, 2024
Crafty Chemistry
Discover how art and chemistry go hand in hand. Experiment with color mixing, temperature changes, and other ways to mix art and chemistry.
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Week 3
July 1 - July 3
Aventuras Agrícolas - Spanish Bilingual Camp
Go on an agriculture adventure while learning about the important role of farmers, farm animals, and fruits and vegetables through hands-on activities in a bilingual emergent setting. Campers will learn Spanish vocabulary words through songs, games, and art activities.
Pricing: Members ($180) / Non-members ($210)
7 spots remaining
*Last day of registration: June 17, 2024
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Week 4
July 8 - July 12, 2024
Outer Space Odyssey
Get your jet packs ready and join us for a week of fun that is out of this world! Learn about astronauts, travel among the stars, and explore new planets.
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Week 5
July 15 - July 19, 2024
Under the Sea
Dive right in and join us for a week of ocean exploration. Explore our ocean’s layers, creatures living in the dark, and learn about ways to help protect the sea.
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Week 6
July 22 - July 26, 2024
Dinosaur Discovery
Become a paleontologist by exploring fossils, dinosaurs, and more through hands-on exploration.
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Week 7
July 29 - August 2, 2024
Invention Investigators
Put your detective cap on and get ready to problem-solve! Explore creative thinking, learn all about inventions we see every day, and get hands on with the engineering process.
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A Day in the Life of a Camper
9:00-9:15 Drop-off
9:15-9:30 Welcome to Camp
9:30-10:00 Introduction to daily themes + Storytime
10:00-10:45 Museum Exploration*
10:45-11:00 Snack time**
11:00-11:30 Hands-on Science/Engineering Activity
11:30-12:00 Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) Activities: campers can choose from different hands-on activities based on their interest.
12:00-12:45 Museum Exploration*
12:45-1:15 Lunch**
1:15-1:45 Hands-on Art Activity
1:45-2:00 Closing Storytime and Dismissal
*Campers will enjoy indoor and outdoor museum exploration each day
**Campers are required to bring their own (peanut-free) snacks and lunches. Snacks and lunches will be eaten in the Indoor Classroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
For more information on health and safety policies, camp eligibility, cancellation policies, and general camp procedures, please visit our Camp FAQ page.
Questions? Please email Education@sdcdm.org