Bring your favorite video game worlds to life by creating Nintendo-inspired characters with TinkerCAD while learning essential 3D design skills. Students will model unique creations in three dimensions, experiment with shapes and structures, and transform their digital ideas into real objects using 3D printers. While prints are finishing, campers can join Nintendo-themed challenges and even design their own video games inspired by the characters they love. Each student will have two small printed projects sent home. Printing and material fees are included. Bring a USB drive on the last day. Nintendo is a trademark of Nintendo of America Inc. and not affiliated with this camp. In partnership with Tech Academy.

Build. Discover. Have Fun! Step into a world of indoor adventure where young engineers get to create, explore, and play. Campers will design shelters, make solar ovens for s’mores, build bridges, and tackle exciting hands-on challenges inspired by nature—all inside! With teamwork, problem-solving, and lots of creativity, every day is full of discovery and fun. By the end of the week, campers leave with cool projects, new skills, and big smiles—no hiking boots required! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Build it. Move it. Play it! Turn cardboard into ball launchers, mini pinball machines, an operation game and motorized carnival swings while learning engineering, circuits, and design thinking. Each day features a hands-on project, that students build from scratch, ending with fun challenges to test, iterate, and compete. High-energy and full of creativity, problem-solving, and the thrill of seeing your inventions come to life! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Where imagination meets engineering! Step into the Curiosity Workshop, where young creators experiment, tinker, and discover how science and engineering make our world work. Each day brings new hands-on projects that stretch, spin, light up, and zoom as campers explore motion, energy, light, and creativity. From glowing wands to marble coasters, every invention sparks curiosity and excitement! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Take flight in this hands-on adventure where students explore drones, learn the principles of flight, and tackle exciting missions like package delivery, firefighting, and medical rescues. Campers work in teams of three to design and build their drones, pledging to handle them carefully and responsibly. This camp is ideal for students who can balance fun with focus, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity while experiencing the technology of the future! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Students will learn how to fly like the pros in the Drone Racing League by training on a flight simulator. Once they learn the basics of flying, they’ll assemble their very own drone which they can optionally purchase during the camp. After learning drone safety and maintenance, students will take their drone to the skies and compete in numerous races and challenges. Led by experienced instructors, students will leave camp with the skills and knowledge to pilot their drones and keep them running. The drones used in camps have cameras, and are perfect for entry level pilots. In partnership with COR Robotics.

Get ready for an exciting class filled with new builds and challenges! Students will take their engineering skills to the next level by constructing remote-controlled robots inspired by the popular Discovery Channel show BattleBots. Using LEGO® Robotics systems and specialized Technic™ engineering components, they’ll build extreme machines designed for competition. Working in small teams of two to three, students will test, re-engineer, and morph their robots to become better, stronger, and faster before entering them into a high-energy tournament on the final day. In partnership with Tech Academy.

Grab your explorer hat and digging tools—an incredible fossil site is waiting to be discovered! Join our team of junior paleontologists as we uncover dinosaur bones, footprints, and eggs, learning the secrets of these amazing prehistoric creatures along the way. Through hands-on activities, campers will dig, study, and even prepare fossils, exploring how dinosaurs lived and how engineers and scientists bring their discoveries to life. Adventure, discovery, and dino-sized fun are just a dig away! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Learn the basics of game design while creating your own 3D worlds in Roblox Studio! This class introduces students to the tools and possibilities Roblox offers for designing interactive games. They’ll explore how to build environments, add characters, and bring their ideas to life with simple coding. By the end of camp, each student will have created original projects that showcase their creativity and problem- solving skills. Bring a USB on the last day to save your games. In partnership with Tech Academy.

Engineering for Kids Jr Engineering/STEM Club Mechanical Engineering Mini Trampoline -Spring into action! Students explore elasticity and energy transfer as they build and test a mini trampoline. Marine Engineering Self-Propelled Boat - Make a splash with engineering! Students explore elasticity and energy about buoyancy and propulsion, then create a boat that moves on its own. Mechanical Engineering Straw Grabber -Grab, lift, and move like a pro! Students investigate simple machines, then build a straw-based grabber to pick up small objects. Electrical Engineering Constellation Projector -Light up the night sky! Students learn about circuits and astronomy while creating a projector that displays constellations on the wall or ceiling.

Use MCreator to create your own mods based off your favorite superheroes. Design unique superhero abilities and tools for Minecraft Java Edition. Students should have basic reading skills and be comfortable using a computer. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This camp is not affiliated with them. In partnership with Tech Academy.

Work as a team to create a custom theme park in Minecraft. Use creativity and Redstone to create this world! Possible projects include roller coasters, water rides, a trampoline park, an obstacle course, a boat race, bumper boats, a dunk tank, and many more rides and attractions! Students will get a copy of the world map to take home and expand on. We will be using the PC/Java Edition of Minecraft. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This camp is not affiliated with them. In partnership with Tech Academy.

Let the battles begin! Designed by the experts at MIT, LEGO® WeDo Robotics’ unique system teaches students about simple machines, engineering, programming, and so much more. Students may construct a catapult, ninja star, tank, battle axe, crossbow, and more in this camp! Students will be working in pairs. In partnership with Tech Academy.

Bring your games to life with sound! In Sound & Music for Games, students will step into the role of audio designer as they record their own DIY sound effects, craft digital bleeps and booms, and arrange simple music loops that perfectly match gameplay moments. Along the way, they’ll learn the basics of layering audio, choosing export formats, and building a personalized mini sound library they can take home for future projects. Whether paired with Game Design, Minecraft camps, or explored on its own, this camp gives kids the tools to add excitement, atmosphere, and creativity to every game they play or create. In partnership with COR Robotics.

Think Big, Build Small! Campers will design, engineer, and decorate their own miniature tiny homes while exploring architecture, circuits, and creative construction. From drafting blueprints and wiring real LED lights to crafting custom furniture and interior details, students bring imagination and engineering together to build a one-of-a-kind home to take home! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Online Virtual Class: Learn how to develop your own game! Students will create their maze using Construct a visual platform that teaches students the basics and structure of programming. Basic computer skills are required. Home Technical Requirements: - Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM - Chromebooks, Tablets and phones DO NOT Work. - Internet: Broadband and internet - Webcam, Microphone and Speakers - Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. - Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirements: - Constructs Website - Constructs Account (sign up information will be provided before class)

Turn your love of gaming into an on-screen (and on-mic) talent! In YouTube Creator & Shoutcasting, students will step into the world of esports media by planning highlight reels, recording their own voice-overs, and practicing shoutcasting—the art of delivering hype-filled, crystal-clear game commentary. Along the way, they’ll learn pacing, energy, and clarity while also covering essential “safe streaming” practices to keep their online presence positive and protected. The camp wraps up with a polished final project blending gameplay clips, graphics, and live commentary—giving students the tools and confidence to create content like their favorite streamers and esports casters. In partnership with COR Robotics.