With spring break just a couple of weeks away, here are some options to keep the kids busy while classes are out.
Children’s Discovery Center’s "Preschool Discovery Camp": 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for potty-trained keiki ages 3 and 4, includes a morning snack, lunch and nap time. Drop-off at 8:45 a.m.; after-camp care available from 3 to 4 p.m. for $15 per week. Cost for each session: $250 ($200 for members). Registration deadline is Friday. Call 524-5437 or email info@discoverycenterhawaii.org.
» March 12 to 16: "Feathered Friends" session focuses on birds and offers a way for keiki to "fly, strut, squawk" and discover their own set of "wings."
» March 19 to 23: "Incredible You!" session teaches youngsters how to be healthy and keep their bodies in tiptop shape.
Children’s Discovery Center’s "Spring Break Discovery Camp": For keiki ages 5 to 8; all camps include time in the center’s exhibits, outdoor play and a snack. Registration deadline is Friday. For registration form, visit www.discoverycenterhawaii.org/events.html. Call 524-5437 or email info@discoverycenterhawaii.org.
» March 12 to 16: Session 1 is "Backyard Adventures," which runs from 9 a.m. to noon, and explores the great outdoors as kids hunt for rocks, grow crystals, examine fossils and observe insects. Session 2 is "Aussie Animals," which runs from 1 to 4 p.m. and offers a virtual journey to Australia, learning about its diverse land, culture and unusual animals such as koalas, emus and possums. Cost: $150 per session, $250 for both sessions ($125/$200 for members).
» March 19 to 23: Session 3 is "Storybook Science," which runs from 9 a.m. to noon and explores science concepts using popular children’s books to help keiki learn about eggs, seeds, states of matter, rain forests and the butterflies. Session 4 is "Home Grown Cooking," which runs from 1 to 4 p.m., and teaches children basic cooking skills and how to make delicious meals using ingredients that can be grown at home. Cost: $150 for Session 3, $155 for Session 4, $255 for both sessions ($125/$130/$205 for members).
Kama‘aina Kids’ Spring Intersession: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 12 to 16 for students in grades K to 6. Locations include Mililani Tech Park, Laniakea YWCA (downtown Honolulu) and the following elementary schools: Salt Lake, Waimalu, Keoneula, Waikele, Ben Parker, Enchanted Lake and Hahaione. Also offered from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Hokulani Elementary School. Programs begin at 8 a.m. and include arts and crafts, cooperative games, excursions, singing, dancing, "weird science" and more. Cost: $165 for the session or $35 per day if registered by Friday; late registration fee is $15. Receive a discount by registering online at goo.gl/nfJZr. Call 262-4538 or email dcmaster@ kamaainakids.com. Specialty camps geared toward fitness and outdoor activities and camp sessions at Bishop Museum and Sea Life Park are also available. Visit goo.gl/E3pv9 for information.
Lyon Arboretum’s Spring Break classes: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 3860 Manoa Road; for students in grades 1 to 5. For registration form, visit www.hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum. For more information, call 988-0461. To register, call 988-0456.
» March 12 to 14: "Science & Art in Nature" activities include hiking through the rain forest, exploring the garden, photography, cooking, art and Hawaiian crafts. Cost: $120.
» March 15 and 16: "Garden Adventures" features both indoor and outdoor activities, including exploring a waterfall, observing pollination, creating art projects, hiking and exploring the rain forest. Cost: $80.
Honolulu Zoo’s "Vacation Adventures: Day Camp": 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for students in grades 1 to 6. Learn about animals from zoo keepers, create animal arts and crafts, play lawn games and more. Cost: $215 ($200 for members). After-care available from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. for $60 per week ($50 for members).
» March 12 to 16: "Kids for Conservation" session is about taking care of the earth as children learn about protecting natural resources and saving wildlife.
» March 19 to 23: "Movin’ and Groovin’ (Locomotion)" session takes a look at how animals move through their environment and techniques they use to find food, shelter and each other.
Hawaii Nature Center: The center is located at 2131 Makiki Heights Drive. Register one week prior to the start of each session. Cost per session is $350, $275 for members. For registration form, visit www.hawaiinaturecenter.org.
» "Spring SNAP (Sensational Nature Adventure Program) 2012: 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 12 to 16, 19 to 23 or 26 to 30 for ages 6 to 11. Activities include forest hikes, stream investigations, crafts using natural materials, insect safaris, beach explorations and field trips. Extended care available from 3 to 5 p.m. for an additional $100 per session (five days) or $25 per day. Optional "SNAP Pack" (backpack filled with items for nature exploration and a keiki T-shirt) available for $50. Call 955-0100, ext. 114.
» "Science Camp 2012": 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 12 to 16 or March 19 to 23 for students in grades 5 through 8. Hands-on camp that focuses on environmental science with outdoor activities, forest hikes, coastal investigations and wetland explorations at various field sites. Call 955-0100, ext. 123.
Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii — Spalding Clubhouse: March 12 to 18. For registration forms, visit www.spaldingbgch.com. Call 949-4743 or email npawluk@bgch.com.
» For ages 7 to 12: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with free extended pickup times until 6 p.m. Kids participate in clubhouse programs, such as fitness, arts and crafts, media and science, and go on field trips to the Living Art Marine Center, Waimanalo Beach Park and Windward Community College’s Paliku Theatre. Cost: $75 if registered by Thursday, $95 by March 8.
» For ages 13 to 17: 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Teens participate in service-learning projects, college and career exploration, fun outdoor field trips and a "lock-in" (sleepover). Cost: $25, includes admission fees, transportation costs and a T-shirt. Registration deadline is March 8.
SAT Test-Prep Hawaii: March 12 to 16: Learn test-taking and strategy tips to master the important college-entrance exam; for students in grades 9 to 12. Cost: $120, includes three books. Call 261-6666 or visit www.test-prephi.com. Classes at the following high schools:
» 8:10 to 10:10 a.m., Castle and Pearl City
» 10:15 am. to 12:15 p.m., Roosevelt
» 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Moanalua
» 1 to 3 p.m., McKinley
» 1:45 to 3:45 p.m., Mililani
