Mad Science - Arizona
STEM Summer Camps (K-5th grade)
Mad Science of NE Phoenix
2701 E Thomas Rd, Suite i, Phoenix, Arizona 85016
Jul. 29th - Aug. 2nd
Price starting at:
$159.00
Week 9: July 29 - August 2
Chemicals, Cells & Crime: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: $295
Limited Half-Day Option: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 1 PM - 4 PM: $159
Chemicals, Cells and Crime
Full-Day Camp
07/29/24 - 08/02/24
9:00PM - 4:00PM; Grades: K-5
Day 1: Cell City Learn about cells and the different parts within them. You will compare the parts of a cell to a real city as you investigate its different functions. Build your own slimy take home model cell out of unique materials including your snack!
Day 2: Chemical Counting Learn how chemical elements help you to create chemical compounds. Put your new chemistry know-how to work as you build molecules, electroplate coins and make your own brain goo!
Day 3: The Organ Trail Do you know the recipe for a healthy body? You will after you journey down the Mad Science Organ Trail. Come to camp and meet "Tall Paul"! Paul is a torso model that can have his organs removed and replaced. Paul's brain, bones, lungs, heart, and digestion system will all be investigated. Make a gutsy apron and a model lung and mucus to take home.
Day 4: Radical Reactions Ready, set, reactions! Learn with hands-on reactions that matter is never created or destroyed. Make a rainbow and a chemical clock in a cup. Experiment with chemical bonds and whirligigs as you discover conductivity. Make your own invisible ink.
Day 5: The Scene of the Crime Team up with fellow campers to solve the "Great Cookie Caper" crime. Arrive at camp to find a real crime scene surrounded by crime scene tape. Walk the grid and collect evidence to solve the crime. All of your observation skills will be needed as you use your new magnifying glasses and notebooks to record your evidence. Use your forensic skills to solve the crime and make your own cookie snack.