Kitchen Chemistry (K-5th) Half Day

Welcome to the tastiest science lab around! In Kitchen Chemistry, mini scientists mix, measure, and experiment to uncover the fascinating science hidden in everyday ingredients. Perfect for campers who have taken Ooey Gooey Science or love hands-on, messy experiments, this class explores states of matter, super-saturation, fizzy reactions, flavor chemistry, and the molecular magic that happens when things heat up, cool down, dissolve, or combine in surprising ways. This is a science-based class, not a cooking class — campers will not be eating the experiments. There will be a little snacking along the way, and all dietary needs and allergies can be accommodated.

Fan-favorite experiments include pickling, gummy bear osmosis, elephant toothpaste, rock candy crystallization, color-changing milk, magnetic cereal, juice spherification, paint rocket pop art, cabbage pH and unicorn noodles, s’mores solar ovens, shake-it make-it butter, salad spinner art, farfalle pasta, fruit caterpillars, edible oobleck, and — of course — DIY ice cream.

Notes Curious Jane does not provide food. Please pack a nut-free, non-perishable lunch and 2–3 snacks each day. Half-day campers only need snacks and do not require a lunch. Each camper receives one camp t-shirt per summer. A second t-shirt can be purchased for $12 and will feature the same design in a different color. This is a great option for campers attending multiple weeks of camp.

Sample Class Format 8:30–8:45am — All Camp Drop-Off / Check-In 8:45–9:00 — Morning Greeting & Science Kickoff (Daily science prompt, short discussion of the experiment theme, and a quick hands-on warm-up with mini reactions) 9:00–10:00 — Project Period 1: Feature Experiment (Observe and record daily results in science journals from weeklong projects such as rock candy crystallizations, geode eggs, gummy bear osmosis, and pickling experiments) 10:00–10:30 — Snack 10:30–12:00 — Project Period 2: Ooey-Gooey & Reactions (Hands-on chemistry fun with magnetic cereal, juice spherification, edible oobleck) 12:00 — Parent Pick-Up

• Material Fee ($25) • Sibling Discounts: Second Child (10%)