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CCDS in the Summer
Journeys into Nature
Reptile World: Beginning Herpetology
Ages 7–11. July 7–11, 9:00 a.m. to noon. $170.
Do you like snakes, turtles, alligators, crocodiles, lizards, and dinosaurs? Do you want hands-on experiences touching live reptiles and observing real alligator skulls, snake skins, crocodile skins, turtle eggs, sea turtle skulls, reptile nests, turtle hatchlings, and more? Then we have the perfect summer camp for you. Meet live box turtles, snapping turtles, iguanas, skinks, anoles, and snakes from around the world. Learn about these cold-blooded creatures and their environments. Explore the science of herpetology and see herpetologist equipment, reptile nest incubation procedures, data entry, and engage in science-related activities. Each child takes home his own data notebook and handmade reptile crafts. For more information, please visit www.awalkinthewoods.us.
Forest Ecology
Rising grades 3–5. June 16–20, 9:00 a.m. to noon. $170.
In this class students spend most of their time outdoors awakening their senses of sight, sound, smell, and maybe even taste. Through observations, activities, and games, students look at the relationships between plants and animals, as well as, the different cycles and niches in the forest habitat. You utilize the wooded areas around CCDS and this hands-on learning experience increases each student’s understanding and appreciation of the forest.
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Rising pre-K–grade 2. June 16–20, 9:00 a.m. to noon. $170.
A hands-on gardening experience, this class engages in creative and scientific activities in the garden. Learn how weather, insects, and wildlife can impact our flowers, food plants and trees. The week includes crafts, activities, and planting a take-home garden.
I Like Bugs!
Rising pre-K–grade 2. June 23–27, 9:00 a.m. to noon. $170.
Come explore the world of insects and spiders with close-up observations of specimens in class. Life cycles, habitats, and identification of many local varieties are studied. Lots of buggy-crafts and games are enjoyed as well.
Sharks’ World
Rising K–grade 2. July 7–11, 9:00 a.m. to noon. $170.
Most people fear and hate sharks, but did you know that sharks, like most other species of ocean life, are an essential part of the sea’s ecosystem? They also are among the most ancient forms of fish to have survived for millions of years: highly efficient predators that have few enemies other than man. How have our modern world and the shark’s ancient one collided? Are sharks really endangered? Are sharks useful to humans and do you need to protect their numbers? Campers learn to draw a different type of shark each day, and learn facts and fiction surrounding their size, metabolism, habits, habitat, and their past and future. You create sea-themed crafts and even taste some fishy treats!
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