AR Coding for Space Exploration for Junior

AGES: 5.5-8

LENGTH: 1 week

DESCRIPTION

Junior Space Explorers (grades K-2) will blast off into outer space at this fun 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 space missions. They'll embark on a trip to explore a planet in the solar system.

As junior astronauts, campers will embark on a thrilling journey through space, coding their own AR experiences. They will learn to program space missions, interact with alien friends, and tackle space villains, all while exploring the wonders of our solar system. The students will learn kids-friendly scratch coding, AR design and programming logic, engage in interactive storytelling, and learn 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 universe they build.

What’s the magic of Scratch Coding with AR for Space 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 teleporting to an alien planet, dodging a meteor shower, or guiding a spaceship through an asteroid belt—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. Beyond technical skills, they design interactive stories and environments, sparking creativity in storytelling, art, and visual communication.

Holographic AR dramatically depends problem-solving and attention to detail by making the results of coding tangible and interactive. For instance, students might program a mission to land a spaceship on a moving planet. If the spaceship misses its target, 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 builds empathy as students test their creations, considering how others will interact with and experience their designs. They learn to think critically about user perspectives while developing resilience and persistence through problem-solving. These real-world applications make the learning experience not just exciting, but deeply impactful for their growth in both technology and life.

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 outer space and astronomy (Junior Level)