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Virtual Summer Camps: Coding, STEM, Cooking, Wall Street, and More Online Camps for Kids

7/12/22 - By Jessica Laird

The one thing we hope stays around after this pandemic is in the history books is the variety of access to amazing online programming for kids. Whether you're opting for virtual summer camp while housebound, looking for something to supplement other activities, or bringing enrichment on the road this summer, going online for summer programming remains an option.

We invited some of our most popular camp partners to share what they're offering this summer. And if you think online camp just sounds like more online school, we have three words: Neil DeGrasse Tyson. From coding for little ones to finances for bigger kids, and science fun for all ages, there are all sorts of ways kids can be exploring their passions right from home this summer.

Find more virtual camps and online summer programs in our Directory or check out our Camp Guides.

Kids learn important life skills from home at Public Speaking Camp. Photo courtesy of Young Gates
Kids learn important life skills from home at Public Speaking Camp. Photo courtesy of Young Gates

Unique Virtual Summer Camps for Kids

Teach Me Wall Street

Teach Me Wall Street is offering 4-day online summer boot camps that empower kids with real-world knowledge about money, investing, trading, and the role of Wall Street and banks—topics rarely covered in school. Choose between "Wall Street 101" and "Investing 101" for ages 13-18.  READ MORE

BYJU'S Summer Camp

BYJU’S Summer Camp is an all-new virtual camp featuring masterclasses where kids ages 6-18 can learn from experts in the fields of STEM, arts, gaming, cuisine, and more. Learn from astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, cook with MasterChef Junior champion Logan Guleff, or get gaming tips from top five Minecraft players JeromeASF In dynamic live workshops and unique events. READ MORE

Secrets of the Rubik's Cube Online Camp

Join in a fun, five-day online camp to learn the secrets of the world's most popular puzzle toy. Basic and advanced levels are available.  READ MORE

Fast Math Camp Online

Fast math can help kids learn to increase calculation speed and accuracy. In this week-long online camp, children learn tricks and shortcuts to perform better on exams, in competitions, and doing everyday calculations. With these techniques, kids can improve their confidence and concentration. READ MORE

Public Speaking Skills Online Camp for Kids

This valuable, hands-on, and interactive bite-sized workshop is specifically designed for kids to develop public speaking delivery skills, enhance their confidence, and teach essential presentation techniques. READ MORE

Scratch Junior Coding Camp for 4 to 7 Years

Scratch Junior is a visual, block coding language that is perfect for pre-readers. All of the blocks use images for the labels. Each session is only 30 minutes long, so that young students can stay engaged and focused the whole time. READ MORE

Graphic Design Online Camp

This online camp provides an introduction to digital graphic design. Children learn how to create and edit images along with graphic design principles, fonts and text, and other skills to get them on their way to creating computer art and graphic designs.  READ MORE

Coding For Little Curious Minds

Coding allows kids to become creators and inventors. This online coding class, specifically designed for 4 to 7 year olds, introduces kids to coding skills they can continue to build on.  READ MORE

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