Curriculum Themes

EDMO Curriculum Themes

At EDMO, we believe in providing top-notch, year-round out-of-classroom programming for kids. Our approach to education is multi-layered, allowing kids to gain hard skills in STEAM and develop their social and emotional intelligence through The EDMO Method. To ensure the highest quality of our programs, we have our own in-house curriculum team that writes brand new STEAM and SEL curriculum each summer and school year. Our dedicated and well-trained staff members educate by example and embody the EDMO mission.

Select from the grade ranges below to explore this summer's fun curriculum themes!

TK - K Grades 1 - 2 Grades 3 - 4 Grades 5 - 6 Grades 7 - 8

TK - K

Subject

Theme

Description

Opening Week

STEAM X SPACE Opening Week

This week is all about building connections, setting expectations, and creating a fun and welcoming environment for everyone! As we kick off our summer together, kids will have the opportunity to get to know one another through exciting icebreakers, team challenges, and creative activities designed to foster friendships. We’ll also explore the rules and expectations that help make camp a safe and enjoyable place for all.
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SEL Component: Collaboration, Empathy, Problem Solving

Science

Bugs & Insects

In this class, kids will learn all about bugs and insects. From spiders to stick bugs kids will explore adaptations, habitats and camouflage techniques that insects use to stay alive. We will also explore the ways in which bugs and insects impact our lives for the better!
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SEL Component: Empathy, Advocacy, Self-Awareness

Tech

Tiny Techies

In this class, kids will learn about computational thinking and coding through the Cubetto robot. Screenless, friendly, and ready to play, Cubetto, will teach children the core concepts of coding. Through interaction with Cubetto, kids will plan, program and debug sequences of blocks that make Cubetto move. Using coding concepts, kids will have Cubetto solve puzzles, tell stories and venture across oceans, deserts, and worlds of their own creation!
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SEL Component: Collaboration, Problem Solving, Empathy

Engineering

Engineering Play

This theme is all about the engineering design process of play, modify, build, and test. Kids will start by exploring materials, understanding a challenge/goal and build models, tools and structures to complete those challenges. They will have the opportunity to practice collaborative builds and problem solving with their team along with some individual designs. Kids will make model towers, race tracks, and more as they learn how to be an engineer.
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Collaboration, Self-Awareness

Art

Mini Artists

Throughout this theme, kids will get to practice their artistic expression through the lens of painting, sculpting and drawing. They will construct 3D sculptures that mimic art festivals, learning how to mold clay into fun designs and learn about different styles of painting. Kids will explore many forms of artistic expression while making colorful creative works of art.
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SEL Component: Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Empathy

Math

Math @ Camp Curious

Welcome to Camp Curious! This week kids will become scientists using their social emotional and mathematics skills to make discoveries and solve problems. Each day will be a blend of playful experiments and math discovery — mixing, measuring, comparing, sorting, and predicting. By the end of the week, our young scientists will feel confident, curious, and ready to keep discovering the world around them!
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Collaboration

Grades 1 - 2

Subject

Theme

Description

Opening Week

STEAM x SPACE Opening Week

In this kickoff week of camp kids will get an overview of all the SEL words (SPACE) that we will talk about at EDMO. They will also get to try their hand at projects that encompass all of the STEAM subjects. Meanwhile they will also be learning all about the rules of camp and making friends with their fellow classmates!
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SEL Component: Collaboration, Empathy and Problem Solving

Science

I Can Be a Scientist

In this class kids will see themselves as ALL kinds of scientists! From biologists to botanists, kids will learn about different fields of science. They will complete chemist experiments and explore areas of our world that scientists have been researching since the beginning of time.
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Self Awareness, Advocacy

Tech

Digital Artists

In this class, kids will create unique works of art using a digital canvas. Using the platform Procreate, they'll learn different art styles and how to use different brush strokes to bring their digital art to life. They'll end the week by learning to create animations and even making a short cartoon. This class combines tech and art, allowing kids to learn 21st-century skills while collaborating with others and expressing themselves.
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SEL Component: Self Awareness, Problem Solving, Empathy

Engineering

Engineering Game Design

In this class, kids will work through the creative process of engineering. They will get hands-on with planning, prototyping and designing systems to create games while fine-tuning their masterpieces through feedback and improvement. While working in small groups, they’ll combine teamwork and communication skills to bring their favorite games to life!
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Advocacy, Collaboration

Art

Fantasy Art & Lit

In this theme, kids will explore a world of fantasy, magic and science fiction through books such as Welcome to Alien school and I Love My Magic. They will create fun art work inspired by exciting stories along with practicing the art of storytelling. Kids will engage in collaboration while also learning how to advocate for their ideas and build empathy. This session is a fun mixture of literature, art and theater.
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SEL Component: Empathy, Self Awareness, Collaboration

Math

Math Art

In this class, kids will explore how art and math work together to create exciting designs. Kids will learn about shapes, patterns, and simple numbers as they paint, draw, and build colorful projects. Each activity encourages creativity while introducing math concepts in a fun and hands-on way. By the end of the session, children will see how math can inspire beautiful artwork and spark their imagination.
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Collaboration, Self-Awareness

Grades 3 - 4

Subject

Theme

Description

Opening Week

STEAM X SPACE Opening Week

Science

Mission to Mars

Welcome aboard, young astronauts, to the exhilarating journey of "Mission to Mars"! Prepare to voyage beyond the bounds of Earth's atmosphere as we learn about the mysteries of outer space and set our sights on studying the Red Planet. Throughout this cosmic adventure, students will explore the wonders of space, deepen their understanding of Mars, and engage in hands-on activities such as constructing rocket ships, designing Mars rovers, and immersing themselves in a variety of Mars-themed activities. Get ready to ignite your curiosity, unleash your creativity, and reach for the stars as we embark on this thrilling educational odyssey to the captivating world of Mars!
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Collaboration and Advocacy

Tech

Digital Art

In this class, students will learn the basics of digital art using the creative tools in Procreate. They will experiment with brushes, layers, and color palettes to bring their ideas to life on the iPad. The projects will introduce new techniques while encouraging imagination and individual expression. By the end of the course, students will feel confident creating their own digital masterpieces.
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Collaboration, Advocacy

Engineering

Engineering & Design

In this class, kids will become master designers and bring their ideas to life! They will explore the thrill of the design process, from brain-storming and sketching to prototyping and polishing as they join forces to overcome obstacles, construct pulley systems and carnival games, and bring their creations to life. With each hands-on challenge, kids will master essential collaboration and communication skills, and gain a deeper understanding of the role of engineers in creating awe-inspiring carnival innovations.
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SEL Component: Problem Solving, Collaboration and Empathy

Art

Artful Stories

In this class kids will learn all about the art of storytelling. Kids will read stories and make crafts based on the tales they hear. They will also learn to convey stories using poetry, acting, yoga and dance. In this class focused on literacy and art, kids will get the chance to practice empathy and collaboration with their peers as they express themselves and tell their own unique and amazing stories.
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SEL Component: Self-Awareness, Empathy and Collaboration

Math

Makers Market

This week kids will step into the role of young creators and entrepreneurs as they participate in a Makers’ Market. Through hands-on crafting, designing, and problem-solving, kids will explore how ideas become products and how creativity can be shared with a community. Kids will learn marketinig basics as they create their own products, determine pricing and design displays to advertise their items. As they prepare for the market, they will also build important SEL skills like responsibility, confidence, collaboration, and pride in their craftsmanship.

‍SEL Component: Problem Solving, Empathy and Self-Awareness

Grades 5 - 6

Subject

Theme

Description

Opening Week

STEAM x SPACE Opening Week

In this kickoff week of camp kids will get an overview of all the SEL words (SPACE = self awareness, problem-solving, advocacy, collaboration, empathy) that is at the heart of the EDMO Method. They will also get to try their hand at projects that encompass all of the STEAM subjects. Meanwhile they will also be learning all about the rules of camp and making friends with their fellow classmates!
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SEL Component: Collaboration, Empathy, Problem Solving

Science

Sports Around the World

This week students will learn about global traditions with hands-on science as they explore how people play around the world. Each activity connects a cultural game or sport with the STEM concepts that make it work. Campers investigate physics through Kicking the Can (energy and motion), experiment with force and aerodynamics in Boomerang Science, and apply mathematical reasoning while learning the origins of African Mancala. They’ll design and test classic toys like the Cup and Ball, discovering how gravity, momentum, and coordination come into play. The week culminates in a spirited Mini World Cup, where students choose a country to represent while learning about its geography, traditions, and style of play.

SEL Component: Collaboration, Self Awareness, Empathy

Tech

EDMO Newsroom

In this class, kids will operate their very own tv newsroom. Kids will create news segments that center around life at Camp EDMO. Kids will learn the basics of filming, editing, and graphic design in iMovie. From in the field interviews, to weather reports, kids will tell all. Along the way they will learn to collaborate with peers and work as a team to bring the news to the rest of camp.
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SEL Components: Self-Awareness, Empathy and Collaboration

Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

In this class kids will learn all about aerospace engineering. Kids will learn how things like helicopters, hot air balloons, and planes fly. From basic physics to aerodynamics, kids will apply what they learn in design challenges and group activities. Kids will have to collaborate with peers and practice problem solving in order to achieve their goals.
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SEL Components: Self-Awareness, Advocacy, and Problem Solving

Art

Art Studio

In this class, kids step into a kaleidoscope of creativity as they unleash their artistic spirit through the creation of dazzling DIY lanterns, yarn chandeliers and abstract paintings that showcase their vivid imagination! As they delve into the creative process, they’ll work together and explore the importance of kindness, collaboration and empathy while sharing their finished masterpieces with one another.
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SEL Components: Self-Awareness, Empathy and Collaboration

Math

Food Truck

This week students will become creative entrepreneurs as they design their very own food truck from the ground up! Kids will learn the basics of entrepreneurship as they dream up a unique business idea, create a business plan and develop a menu. They will bring their vision to life by building a 3D model of their food truck and designing fun merchandise to promote their brand. Along the way, students will practice important social-emotional skills like planning ahead, taking responsibility for their choices, and using creativity to solve problems and make their ideas shine.
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SEL Components: Problem Solving, Self-Awareness and Advocacy

EDMO Curriculum Themes

TK - K

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