For the final week of Doll STEM Camp, we celebrated with the graduation and awards ceremony. Over the past six weeks, countless crafts and stories were shared along with photos of our campers' adventures! Though posting new activities was fun, I always looked forward to seeing what you made when the Camp Recap arrived on Sundays! Though Doll STEM Camp has officially ended, the posts will still be available to view! You can browse through the different articles by clicking the

Before Doll STEM Camp closes for the summer, there's one last mission we need to complete. Welcome the stars of Camp Conversations, Ella, Luciana, Meg, and Johanna, as they announce the winner of the STEM Prize Package! "Hallo, it's Johanna!" "Rrrruff!" "Ah yes, and Orion. We are so excited to have you aboard today!" "Each of you have inspired us so much during the past six weeks- we absolutely loved hearing your camp stories and seeing your DIY creations. So in celebration o

Whether it's a big win or a new friend- there's still more to celebrate at the Doll STEM Camp Farewell Party! After the awards ceremony, the campers gather again for a farewell party to say goodbyes and congratulate the winning teams. They enjoy festivities, food, and most importantly, friendship! Of course, no occasion is complete without fun party attire. In honor of the event, Let's make our dolls their very own galaxy party hats! Materials: Scrapbook paper Doll Party Hat

Our summer of STEM is almost complete! We've come so far and learned so much. Let's celebrate our achievements during graduation week! When time at camp is coming to an end, there's one thing every camper anticipates with excitement- the awards and graduation ceremony. This is a time to honor accomplishments and also hand out a prize or two! Let's prepare a winners podium for our dolls to show off their blue ribbons! Materials: A long box (American Girl doll boxes work good)

Week 5 at Doll STEM Camp is coming to a close! This week's focus was all about the numbers as we discovered the amazing world of math! Each Sunday, we'll be sharing a recap of the week, along with the fabulous photos that our campers send in. If you missed a craft, no worries! Check here for a full list of the Check-In activities. Crafts from Week 5: Math DIY Doll Math Chalkboard Sweet Math Challenge Moonwalk Math Let's see what your doll has been up to at camp in today's Cam

'What goes up, must come down." That classic phrase is the perfect example for the great force of gravity! Unlike on earth, there is no gravity in space to hold things in place. Gravity is a planet's force that draws objects to its center. The pull of gravity is what causes our solar system to orbit around the sun. No matter how high you jump or how fast an object is propelled in the sky, gravity is the reason everything returns to earth! Video of the first moonwalk However,

Today at Doll STEM Camp, we're going to do something different than our normal DIY's- it's time for a sweet math challenge! You may have heard the joke, "You can't trust an atom, they make up everything." Believe it or not, that's actually true! Though atoms are not liars, these extremely small particles make up everything we see in the world. There are many different types of atoms- about 116 to be exact. When two or more atoms link together through bonds, a molecule is form

When you work out math problems at school, you might be allowed the occasional convenience of using a calculator. It can quickly decipher complicated equations with just the press of a button! NASA scientists have to do their own math too, but calculators weren't invented yet when the first rocket was sent into space. How did they manage to make the correct calculations? Large chalkboards solved that problem! Huge chalkboards allowed mathematicians at NASA a lot of room for w

All systems go for today's camp recap! We had so much fun exploring engineering during week 4 of Doll STEM Camp. This week's focus was all about fantastic engineers and their job in the world of science- from lab to launchpad! Each Sunday, we'll be sharing a recap of the week, along with the fabulous photos that our campers send in. If you missed a craft, no worries! Check here for a full list of the Check-In activities. Crafts from Week 4: Engineering DIY Doll Test Tubes and

It’s launch day at Doll STEM Camp! Throughout the week we have been observing three different types of engineers. To complete the countdown of our rocket launch, let’s look at the job of the aerospace engineer. Aerospace is defined as the topic of technology and industry in both aviation and space flight. An aeronautic engineer specializes in the perfection and design of aircraft. To help a shuttle fly smoothly in space, this engineer must develop many different parts, inclu

In order to develop a rocket, another special type of engineer must be involved- the mechanical engineer! Although they help make many parts of a space shuttle, these designers create one small piece that makes a big difference. When a rocket leaves or enters the atmosphere, large amounts of heat are created. The rocket could catch fire, burn, or even explode if there is not a proper protection system. However, thanks to the work of mechanical engineers, the shuttle's tempera

You just can't have a science lab without a Bunsen Burner! This popular invention has become a classic icon of in the field of chemical engineering. While this common science instrument bears the name of German scientist Robert Bunsen, he was not the first to invent the burner. Michael Faraday was the original developer, but Robert Bunsen made significant improvements to the device, hence the name "Bunsen Burner". The Bunsen Burner is used for the heating of chemical solution

We had so much fun in the robotics lab during Technology Week of Doll STEM Camp 2018! This week's focus was all about the science of robotics. The dolls worked as a team to create rovers that were ready to gear up and go! Each Sunday, we'll be sharing a recap of the week, along with the fabulous photos that our campers send in. If you missed a craft, no worries! Check here for a full list of the Check-In activities. Crafts from Week 3: Technology DIY Doll Maker Station Lego M

Update - The entry rules have changed since first posted to provide campers with a quick and easy way to enter. Read below for more information. Here at Doll STEM Camp, we love to see creativity and teamwork grow! You all have submitted such amazing photos and kind comments about your adventures at camp. In fact, without you, Doll STEM Camp wouldn't have been possible! As a thank you to all of our loyal campers, we're ready to present you with a fun giveaway. Enter to win the

In today’s Camp activity, we’ll be crafting a Mars rover for your doll! But before the building begins, we need to know a little bit about a rover and how it works. Rovers can be compared to cars, however they are much more durable for the harsh climate on Mars. In fact, most rovers are tested in the Atacama Desert, which has a similar climate to Mars. The sandy soil and extremely hot temperatures prevent any form of life in the bare desert, making it the perfect testing grou

Science Week at Doll STEM Camp 2018 was a blast! This week's focus was all about growing in science- literally! We also learned about an astronaut's average lunch in space, and who the real inventor of the telescope was. Each Sunday, we'll be sharing a recap of the week, along with the fabulous photos that our campers send in. If you missed a craft, no worries! Check here for a full list of the Check-In activities. Crafts from Week 2: Science Telescope Doll Astronaut Food Hyd

Up in space, astronauts can't run to the grocery store for food like we do here on earth, so what is their alternative to create a healthy meal? They use fresh greens, grown right from a hydroponic garden! Hydroponics (the process of using water to grow plants) plays a big role in space exploration. There is no soil for plants in space, so hydroponics has become the popular substitute! Astronauts study, observe, and eat the greens they grow. The plants also help to provide ox

Freeze-dried Ice cream is one of the most popular space treats, but believe it or not, astronauts cannot eat it in outer space! The snack is too crumbly and floating particles can cause damage to the delicate parts of a rocket. Your doll will need energy to complete her missions, and since astronaut ice cream isn’t allowed on board, why not give full freeze-dried meals a try? It may seem unappetizing to take a bite of dehydrated mac-and-cheese, however, space food has actuall

When we hear the word 'telescope', most think of a shiny, sleek tube pointed toward the sky on a tall tripod. However, times change, and so have telescopes! In fact, the first telescope is far different from one Luciana might have used at Space Camp. The very first telescope recorded in history was created by Hans Lippershey, an eyeglass maker from the Netherlands. Originally, he used it ”for seeing things far away as if they were nearby”. Hans hoped to receive a patent (an o

It's been an amazing Check-In Week at Doll STEM Camp 2018! This week's focus was helping your doll settle in, meet new friends, and maybe even pick out a souvenir or two! Each Sunday, we'll be sharing a recap of the week, along with the fabulous photos that our campers send in. If you missed a craft, no worries! Check here for a full list of the Check-In activities. Crafts from Week 1: Check-In Doll Lanyard Space Bed and Bedding Doll STEM Camp Gift Shop Let's see what your do