Sunday, 12 June 2011

What To Find In Summer Camps For Kids

By Adriana Noton


Looking for summer camps for kids may seem like a challenge for parents. Families may have to juggle what sounds appealing to them with what sounds interesting to their kids. There are however, some excellent programs available that are designed to keep kids busy and active during the summer months. These programs will provide ample opportunity to make new friends, engage in sports and take on various projects.

A camp will need to be fun and different for children. All kids should enjoy heading to their camp each and everyday. A monthly calender may help campers plan for certain activities and get excited about weekly trips. All staff will be certified in CPR and first aid and will have a criminal reference check. The background of each staff member will differ. Daycare centers will offer early childhood educators as staff members, while private and government run programs may contain staff who have some training working with kids. Each facility will make sure that their staff members are well trained and prepare to work in a camp style setting.

A childcare center will have a different area for their camps. There may be lots of trips planned during the week that involve fun kid destinations and swimming pools. There will be a program that is followed every week and a daily schedule.

A private program may be based out of a popular child facility. Places such as the museum, the zoo and art galleries may have classes and programs available. Campers will follow a weekly theme that incorporates the facility program. Zoo campers will follow animal type lessons and activities. Museum students may learn about various areas of the museum and they may do different crafts based on what they see. On top of the basis of the camp, some programs will also offer weekly trips and other fun activities to take part in.

Extra care may be provided at most holiday programs. This type of care may cost the parent extra to use. Before and after hours could include a few hours before and after the camp schedule. Activities may be indoor and outdoor free play.

The program in a typical day may begin with morning activities. These early morning activities could involve school age appropriate crafts. These projects may be challenging for children and provide them with objects to take home. All campers may do the same activity which could take an hour or more to finish.

Parks could be visited, as well as outdoor free time. Kids can get involved in sports and they can use the outdoor equipment. Organized games can be planned by camp staff. Fun outdoor games could include water balloons or obstacle courses.

Summer Camps will not only do fun activities, sports, field trips and crafts, they will also have special themed days and lots of organized fun. Calenders may be sent home with parents so that they can view what will be happening throughout the summer months.




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