AR Coding for Nature Exploration for Junior

AGES: 5.5-8

LENGTH: 1 week

DESCRIPTION

Junior Nature Explorers (Grades K-2) will dive into the wonders of the natural world at the engaging and educational camp. No prior computer knowledge is needed.

This camp is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC).

Fun outdoor and indoor activities and plays are part of the camp experience.

Students will learn coding and Holographic Augmented Reality (AR) design as they program their own nature expeditions. They'll teleport to lush rainforests, dive into vibrant coral reefs, or journey through majestic mountain ranges.

As junior adventurers, campers will explore the Earth’s ecosystems by coding their own AR experiences. They will learn to program interactive nature missions, meet fascinating animals, and tackle exciting challenges like navigating through a dense jungle or helping endangered species. The students will learn kid-friendly Scratch coding, AR design and programming logic, engage in interactive storytelling, and develop problem-solving techniques—all while having fun.

This one-week camp is a launchpad for creativity, critical thinking, and foundational tech skills, empowering students to confidently create and navigate the Holographic AR worlds they build.

What’s the magic of Holographic AR Coding for Nature Exploration over traditional coding?

Scratch coding and AR combine the essentials of traditional coding with an exciting, immersive twist. Scratch introduces students to programming through a simple, visual interface, enabling them to learn coding logic and create simple games. Holographic AR takes it to the next level by enabling students to step inside the adventures they design. Imagine visiting a savanna to observe lions, swimming with dolphins in an ocean reef, or hiking through a magical rainforest—all brought to life through a webcam (no special glasses required).

This dynamic approach transforms coding into an engaging, hands-on experience. Students don’t just see their code on a screen—they live it. By stepping into their creations, they not only develop technical skills but also spark creativity in storytelling, art, and visual communication.

Holographic AR dramatically deepens problem-solving skills and attention to detail by making coding results tangible and interactive. For example, students might program a mission to ride a submarine to meet whales. If they missed the whales, they’ll debug their code, refining calculations to succeed. Watching their efforts come to life inspires persistence, critical thinking, and the excitement of creating something real and meaningful.

This hands-on process fosters empathy as students test their creations, ensuring that others can enjoy and interact with their designs. They learn to think like creators, considering user perspectives while building resilience and determination. Holographic AR is more than a tool—it’s a transformative way to explore technology, creativity, and problem-solving in ways that traditional coding alone cannot achieve.

Students will learn the following:

• Basic computer, keyboard, mouse, and Internet skills (Junior Level)
• Introductory Scratch coding (Junior Level)
• Introductory Holographic Augmented Reality (AR) design and logic (Junior Level)
• Interactive storytelling and visual communication (Junior Level)
• Debugging and problem-solving techniques (Junior Level)
• Fun facts about animals and natural environments (Junior Level)