2010-2011 After School Program Theme Descriptions
With a different theme for each day of the week, your child will enjoy lots of fun and variety!Oh Canada!
Celebrate our wonderful country by playing games, making souvenirs, and doing lots of activities featuring uniquely Canadian themes!
Mad Scientists
This theme day will give you a new appreciation for the “mixed-up” world we live in! Release your inner scientist to hypothesize, observe, and experiment with the science that surrounds us each day.
Drawing & Cartooning
Using a variety of drawing materials, you’ll learn the basics of line, form, and color. You’ll then use what you’ve learned to create your very own cartoons! For added fun, you’ll even participate in our exciting and creative drawing games.
Astounding Artists
From the Mona Lisa to the Thinker, artistic masterpieces have been around for centuries for everyone to enjoy. On this theme day, find out if you’re the next Picasso or da Vinci! Sculpt, draw and craft your way into the creative world of art.
It’s a Jungle Out There
Get ready to show us your wild side as we take you on an animal adventure you’ll never forget. Join us to learn about a whole new jungle world by exploring safaris, rainforests, and the incredible walks of life that rule these habitats. Each jungle theme day will offer a new and exciting adventure!
Camp Paleo
Ever wonder about the gigantic creatures that roamed the earth 160 billion years ago? Dig into an afternoon of prehistoric fun as dinosaurs are brought back to life through crafts and activities designed to bring out the paleontologist in you!
Happy Holidays
Celebrate one of your favorite holidays by joining us in all of the fun festivities! Each day will offer a different holiday to enjoy - St. Patrick’s Day, Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Earth Day, Christmas (just to name a few!).
Secret Agents
Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?! Discover the secrets of investigation and become your own detective!
Mission to Outer Space
Ready for a space adventure? Launch yourself into the universe - you’ll take on missions (space activities) that are that are truly out of this world!
Junior Engineers
How does a bridge stand? How is a skyscraper so tall? Find out answers to lots of mind-boggling questions about our engineered world. You’ll get the chance to invent, design, and plan how to build your own structures from scratch!
Kidz Biz
Set your entrepreneurial spirit free! Do you have a unique idea for a fantastic business? Develop your own product or service and show everyone the boss you can be!
Outdoor Explorers
Experience the great outdoors with Kids@MUN and the Johnson Geo Centre! Enjoy lots of recreational fun and get ready to learn about the wonderful outside world and even some survival skills to help live in it!
Fun Olympics
Get ready to represent the country of your choice in an afternoon filled with gaming and competition! Not only sports are involved in this Olympics; there are lots of fun activities that will put your Olympic attitude to the test.
Earthly Forces
Discover the power of Mother Nature at her finest by engaging in activities about the natural forces on our planet. You’ll learn about weather, natural disasters, and mysterious natural occurrences on Earth that will have you amazed!
Star Performer
The spotlight is shining on you! Learn cool dance moves, acting skits and musical selections to perform. Everyone’s welcome to contribute, regardless of his or her singing, dancing, or acting ability! Discover your own star talent!
Active All Around the World
Leading an active lifestyle is important wherever you live. Learn about and participate in some of the fun things people do in other cultures to stay active!
Kids@MUN Challenge
Take on exciting and brain-teasing challenges, Survivor-style! You’ll compete in a wide variety of physical and hands-on tasks made to have you think outside the box. One small twist: everyone goes home a winner!
Extreme Team
If you love team sports then this is the theme day for you. Participate in an action-packed afternoon of team-building activities!
5 Days of Wacky Action
Look forward to an afternoon of wacky activities and games that are bound to keep you on your toes. You’ll even work with the other kids to invent a game or sport of your very own!
Zany Zoology
Lions, tigers, bears, oh my! Strap on your jungle gear for an exciting exploration of the animal kingdom! From the top of the food chain to the bottom-dwellers in the deep sea, prepare to be amazed with the living world that surrounds you.
