Spring/Summer 2025 |
Join us for a vibrant summer adventure in the picturesque Mission Bay neighborhood of San Francisco, perfect for igniting young imaginations! Hosted by The Dahlia School of San Francisco, renowned for its Montessori Spanish Immersion curriculum, our 4-week program offers a unique blend of creativity and outdoor fun. Running 4 days a week, 6 hours a day, children will dive into captivating local stories, transforming them into musical theater projects. They'll learn composition, vocal, and choral skills, crafting original libretti to showcase to the community. Alongside artistic endeavors like set design and choreography, kids will enjoy outdoor play and games in local parks, creating lasting memories and friendships. Aimed at fostering peace, joy, and global mindedness, this camp promises a dynamic experience to enrich young minds and cultivate their creative talents.
Introducing our epic six-step process a roadmap to creativity that’s as fun as it is inspiring!
Here’s how it works:
Dive Into Discovery: Step one is all about exploring! We start by diving into our chosen children’s book, soaking up every detail and discussing its themes and characters. It's like a treasure hunt for ideas!
Imaginative Brainstorming: Next, we put on our thinking caps and let our imaginations run wild. Campers dream up fresh ideas and new twists for the story, figuring out how they can make it their own.
Creative Writing and Adapting: With ideas buzzing, it’s time to turn them into a script! Kids work together to adapt their story into a play, writing lines and scenes that will make everyone say, "Wow!"
Musical Magic: Here’s where rhythm and harmony join the party! We create catchy songs and lively dances that bring the story to life, adding that musical sparkle to the performance.
Rehearsal Fun: Practice makes perfect, and rehearsals are where we polish our masterpiece. Kids will fine-tune their acting, singing, and dancing skills while having tons of fun learning from each other.
Grand Finale Performance: The big moment! It’s showtime, and our young stars step on stage to perform their creation for friends, family, and the community. Applause, cheers, and huge smiles all around!
This fun-filled process will help every camper shine, making the whole experience a blast from start to finish!
Here’s how it works:
Dive Into Discovery: Step one is all about exploring! We start by diving into our chosen children’s book, soaking up every detail and discussing its themes and characters. It's like a treasure hunt for ideas!
Imaginative Brainstorming: Next, we put on our thinking caps and let our imaginations run wild. Campers dream up fresh ideas and new twists for the story, figuring out how they can make it their own.
Creative Writing and Adapting: With ideas buzzing, it’s time to turn them into a script! Kids work together to adapt their story into a play, writing lines and scenes that will make everyone say, "Wow!"
Musical Magic: Here’s where rhythm and harmony join the party! We create catchy songs and lively dances that bring the story to life, adding that musical sparkle to the performance.
Rehearsal Fun: Practice makes perfect, and rehearsals are where we polish our masterpiece. Kids will fine-tune their acting, singing, and dancing skills while having tons of fun learning from each other.
Grand Finale Performance: The big moment! It’s showtime, and our young stars step on stage to perform their creation for friends, family, and the community. Applause, cheers, and huge smiles all around!
This fun-filled process will help every camper shine, making the whole experience a blast from start to finish!
Daily Agenda
8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
Sign-In/Park Play: Meet at Mission Bay Kids Park for sign in and morning outdoor fun!
Enjoy Park and field games with friends. This is a great way to begin the day with energy and enthusiasm.
8:55 AM - 9:05 AM
Walk Back to Space: We'll take a pleasant 15-minute stroll back to our meeting space, enjoying the fresh air and chatting about the fun morning activities.
9:05 AM - 9:10 AM
Cool Down: Stretch your muscles and take deep breaths to refocus and get ready for the day's activities.
9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Good Morning Circle: Gather to start our official day with a warm, good morning circle. We'll share exciting news, outline our daily plans, and maybe sing a song to get inspired.
9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
Let's Get Moving: Engage in physical activities to boost our energy! Enjoy things like yoga poses, exercise routines, or a joyful dance party, setting the stage for active learning.
10:10 AM - 11:40 AM
Create and Write: Harness your creativity to produce wonderful works! We’ll spend this time using our imagination and crafting our libretti.
11:40 AM - 11:45 AM
Prepare for Lunch and Recess: Children will use the lavatory, gather their belonging and prepare to head to the park.
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Walk to the Park: We’ll walk back to the park to enjoy lunch and have a bit of outdoor recess fun.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunchtime/Recess: Enjoy a nutritious meal while socializing with friends. Relish the chance to chat about enjoyable experiences and enjoy playful adventure in the fresh air!
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
Walk Back to Space: We'll take a pleasant 15-minute stroll back to our meeting space, enjoying the fresh air and chatting about the fun morning activities.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sing-Along Time: Participate in a musical session where you'll learn new songs, practice rhythm, and embrace melody, sharing joy through music.
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Art Hour: Immerse yourself in art creation, whether through painting, drawing, or crafting. Give wings to your imagination and produce unique works of art.
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Show and Practice: Showcase learned skills through storytelling, drama, or song performances. Focus on building confidence while having fun with friends.
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Goodbye Circle: Come together to reflect on the day's highlights, favorite moments, and explore relaxing activities during this closing circle.
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Home Time: Prepare to head home by gathering belongings, expressing goodbyes to friends, and leaving with parents or caregivers, looking ahead to another day of adventure.
8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
Sign-In/Park Play: Meet at Mission Bay Kids Park for sign in and morning outdoor fun!
Enjoy Park and field games with friends. This is a great way to begin the day with energy and enthusiasm.
8:55 AM - 9:05 AM
Walk Back to Space: We'll take a pleasant 15-minute stroll back to our meeting space, enjoying the fresh air and chatting about the fun morning activities.
9:05 AM - 9:10 AM
Cool Down: Stretch your muscles and take deep breaths to refocus and get ready for the day's activities.
9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Good Morning Circle: Gather to start our official day with a warm, good morning circle. We'll share exciting news, outline our daily plans, and maybe sing a song to get inspired.
9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
Let's Get Moving: Engage in physical activities to boost our energy! Enjoy things like yoga poses, exercise routines, or a joyful dance party, setting the stage for active learning.
10:10 AM - 11:40 AM
Create and Write: Harness your creativity to produce wonderful works! We’ll spend this time using our imagination and crafting our libretti.
11:40 AM - 11:45 AM
Prepare for Lunch and Recess: Children will use the lavatory, gather their belonging and prepare to head to the park.
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Walk to the Park: We’ll walk back to the park to enjoy lunch and have a bit of outdoor recess fun.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunchtime/Recess: Enjoy a nutritious meal while socializing with friends. Relish the chance to chat about enjoyable experiences and enjoy playful adventure in the fresh air!
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
Walk Back to Space: We'll take a pleasant 15-minute stroll back to our meeting space, enjoying the fresh air and chatting about the fun morning activities.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sing-Along Time: Participate in a musical session where you'll learn new songs, practice rhythm, and embrace melody, sharing joy through music.
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Art Hour: Immerse yourself in art creation, whether through painting, drawing, or crafting. Give wings to your imagination and produce unique works of art.
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Show and Practice: Showcase learned skills through storytelling, drama, or song performances. Focus on building confidence while having fun with friends.
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Goodbye Circle: Come together to reflect on the day's highlights, favorite moments, and explore relaxing activities during this closing circle.
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Home Time: Prepare to head home by gathering belongings, expressing goodbyes to friends, and leaving with parents or caregivers, looking ahead to another day of adventure.