AR Coding for Space & Nature Exploration for Young

AGES: 8-10

LENGTH: 1 week

DESCRIPTION

Young Explorers (Grades 3-5) will embark on thrilling adventures that combine the wonders of outer space and the beauty of nature in this engaging and educational camp. No prior computer knowledge is required.

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

No prior computer knowledge is needed.

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

Students will dive into the world of AR coding, combining Scratch programming and Holographic Augmented Reality (AR) design, to create their own nature and space missions. They'll journey to distant planets, build interactive ecosystems, and solve challenges across diverse terrains and interstellar landscapes.

As young explorer, campers will discover the mysteries of the universe while designing captivating natural environments, interactive storytelling adventures, and coding logic to bring their creations to life. They'll craft AR experiences featuring space missions, alien allies, and endangered species, all while learning critical problem-solving and teamwork skills.

This one-week camp empowers students with creativity, critical thinking, and advanced tech skills, allowing them to confidently build and navigate Holographic AR worlds that blend the marvels of space and nature.

What’s the magic of Holographic AR Coding for Space & Nature Exploration?

This camp combines the foundational aspects of traditional coding with an engaging, interactive Holographic AR experience. Students will learn to create dynamic AR adventures that go beyond the screen, allowing them to step inside and interact with their designs using just a webcam—no special equipment required.

Imagine coding a spaceship to navigate through an asteroid field and then teleporting to a rainforest to help endangered species thrive. Students don’t just see their code—they live it, experiencing the results in real-time, which deepens their understanding and engagement.

For this age group, the camp offers more complexity than traditional coding activities. Students will code transitions between environments, program movements with precision, and design multi-layered AR interactions. They’ll also follow the Design Thinking Process, inspired by Stanford University's Design School curriculum, to create user-focused experiences that encourage empathy, creativity, and iterative problem-solving.

Holographic AR introduces students to the exciting possibilities of combining technology with art, storytelling, and science. By crafting meaningful experiences and resolving real-time challenges, students develop resilience, critical thinking, and a deep passion for learning.

Students will learn the following:

• Basic computer, keyboard, mouse, and Internet skills (Young Level)
• Introductory scratch coding (Young Level)
• Introductory Holographic AR concepts (Young Level)
• Introductory Holographic AR logic (Young Level)
• Introductory visual communication (Young Level)
• Interactive storytelling (Young Level)
• Debugging and Problem-solving (Young Level)
• Design thinking based on the Stanford University Design School Curriculum (Young Level)
• Fun facts about outer space, astronomy, and natural ecosystems (Young Level)