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| Photographs of Activities, Junior Einsteins, Session II |
| Our Daily Schedule (all times are approximate): 8:30 Arrival and freeplay/classroom choices 9:10 Science Activity Block 1 9:45 Science Activity Block 2 10:20 Snack (all together) 10:45 Science Activity Block 3 11:20 Get organized/change for Swim & Lunch 11:45 1/2 group Swim Lessons & 1/2 group Lunch 12:15 Swim and Lunch Groups switch 12:50 Group Games 1:15 Change from Swimming 1:45 Choice Time (playground, games, etc) 2:45 Story, Stickers, & Shake Out 3:20 Head to Buses, Carpool, and Extended Day Campers are organized into three groups that rotate through two science activities (one with Chad, one with Randy) and a third counselor lead camp activity. Each group is further divided into two smaller groups, each with its own counselor. The youngest group splits in half for swim and lunch. |
| Monday, July 18, 2011: Today we did a few get to know you activities and talked about being safe at camp. We also played a game that demonstrates good listening skills. For our first science activity we conducted a density experiment and practiced pipetting skills to try and create a rainbow in a straw. |
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| Wednesday, July 20, 2011: Today we used our bread and dust to design a couple experiments in growing bread mold by manipulating the amount of light, moisture, or air available. In Chad's room we learned the science of silly-putty and created some to take home. We suggest not playing with the silly putty on anything other than a smooth hard surface as small pieces can get stuck in a rug or fabric and be difficult to remove if they dry. |
| Tuesday, July 19, 2011: Today we conducted a test for acids in candy by carefully observing the reaction between different candies and baking soda. We also conducted a few experiments to figure out the best way to perform a science magic trick with a quarter, soapy water, a glass soda bottle, and a strong arm...sorry no pictures on this one, magicians never tell. |
| Thursday, July 21, 2011: Today we continued our study of polymers with had. In Randy's room we performed more science magic. This time we used paper to create cylinders and mobius strips which behave very differently when they are cut. |
| Friday, July 22, 2011: Today we took a short field trip to Lars Anderson Park for a shadow hopping scavenger hunt (we tried to stay out of the sun as much as possible). Afterwards we played in the park and were surprised to find that Queen Mary had hired an ice cream truck to meet us there. We were able to choose from any water-based treat they had (predominantly popsicles). |
| Monday, July 25, 2011: Today we revisited our bread mold experiments and also used diaper science to conduct some science magic. We also worked with nylon to create bungee eggs. |
| Tuesday, July 26, 2011: Today we had a visit from the New England Aquarium outreach program. We learned about the different types of beaches and tide pools and then got to explore the animals that live in each of those habitats. We also received a gift from Judy Saler at cooking camp who sat in out our storytime last week when we learned about "The Lupine Lady" in the book called Miss Rumphius. Judy brought us some lupine seeds from Maine and we got some to take home and some to scatter around camp just like The Lupine Lady does in the book. |
| Wednesday, July 27, 2011: Today we walked over the hill at Lars Anderson to watch the Soap Box Derby. The observations we made of the soapbox cars will be helpful for our design challenge tomorrow at Junior Einsteins. |
| Thursday, July 28,2011: Today we made individual batches of ice cream with Chad. In Randy's room we participated in the Mini-Soapbox/Huff 'n Puff Derby. We were challenged to build a car that would roll a long distance when placed on a ramp and that would also traverse two tables when powered by a box fan. Tomorrow is our annual Egg Drop! |
