SKC515 - Cool School: DIY Crafting and Design
Course Overview
A Creative Craft Camp for Young Makers
If your child loves drawing, building, or making things with their hands, Cool School: DIY Crafting and Design is the perfect place for them to explore their creativity. Designed for kids in grades 1–4, this hands-on camp turns imaginative ideas into real projects they can see, touch, and take home.
Campers are encouraged to unleash their imagination and bring their own interests and passions into every project, making each creation uniquely their own.
Hands-On DIY Projects Every Day
Creativity takes center stage as campers dive into a variety of art and craft activities that are fun, age-appropriate, and designed for all skill levels.
Sample Crafting & Design Activities
- Painting & Drawing: Experimenting with color, shapes, and textures on paper and canvas.
- Collage & Mixed Media: Layering paper, fabric, and found materials to create one-of-a-kind artwork.
- Building & Making: Constructing simple 3D projects such as mini sculptures, models, or decor pieces.
- Beginner Sewing & Fabric Crafts: Trying basic stitches and fabric projects that are safe and kid-friendly.
Each day offers new opportunities to explore, experiment, and create, so campers stay engaged and excited.
Learning Through Making
While campers are busy crafting and designing, they’re also building important skills that support learning and growth.
What Your Child Will Learn
- How to follow step-by-step instructions to complete a project.
- How to try new materials, tools, and techniques with confidence.
- How to solve problems when a project doesn’t go as planned.
- How to express their ideas and personality through art and design.
- Fine motor coordination, focus, and patience.
These skills help kids feel proud of their work and more confident in their ability to learn and try new things.
Creativity, Confidence & Fun
Cool School: DIY Crafting and Design is more than an art class—it’s a space where young makers are encouraged to dream big, get a little messy, and have a lot of fun.
A Supportive, Kid-Friendly Environment
- Projects tailored for different ages and ability levels.
- Positive encouragement from instructors and peers.
- Plenty of choice so campers can personalize their projects.
- Opportunities to share creations and celebrate everyone’s work.
Why Parents Choose DIY Crafting and Design
- Designed specifically for elementary students in grades 1–4.
- Encourages creativity, independence, and hands-on learning.
- Helps kids take a break from screens and engage in meaningful, tactile activities.
- Supports fine motor skills, focus, and problem-solving.
- Gives children finished projects they’re proud to show and display at home.
Let Your Child Create, Design & Make This Summer
Give your young artist the chance to explore their creativity and discover the joy of making. In Cool School: DIY Crafting and Design, campers will paint, build, sew, and design their way through a week of imagination-filled fun—walking away with new skills, new confidence, and handmade creations they’ll treasure.