National Unicorn Day Celebration
2026-04-09 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Bring your family and meet a REAL. LIVE. UNICORN! On the patio at High Five Books and brought to you by High Five Books, A2Z Science and Learning Toy Store, and The Community Classroom. I
Also! Learn about spring & summer learning opportunities for Northampton-area families.

Spring Egg-Stravaganza Science Camp
2026-05-06 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🥚🌼 Spring Egg-Stravaganza Science Camp
A Cracking Good Half-Day Adventure | 12–4 PM, May 6th
Get ready for a shell-shocking afternoon of hands-on science! In this spring-themed camp, kids explore the amazing science of eggs—how they work, how strong they really are, and the surprising creatures that lay them.
Campers will dive into:
🔬 Egg Drop Engineering Challenge
Kids design their own protective contraptions to keep an egg safe from a big drop! They’ll test, redesign, and compete to see which structure stands up to gravity.
💥 Eggshell Strength Lab
Why can’t you crush an egg in your hand? Kids investigate the surprising physics behind nature’s perfect little engineering marvel, testing pressure, force, and shape.
🧪 Egg Experiments (No Heat Needed!)
Try a classic: make a bouncy “naked egg” using a simple chemical reaction that dissolves the shell but leaves the egg intact and jiggly!
🐣 Who Lays Eggs? (Hint: Not Just Birds!)
Explore the wild world of oviparous animals—reptiles, amphibians, insects, fish, and even a few mammals (hello, platypus!). Kids match creatures to their eggs and learn how different species protect their young.
🎨 Egg Art & Decorating Station
Wrap up with a creative, mess-friendly decorating project—marbled eggs, watercolor patterns, or eco-friendly natural dyes.
Each camper goes home with:
✔️ Their bouncy egg experiment (in a sealed container)
✔️ Egg art creations
✔️ A Spring Science Explorer mini-zine
An egg-cellent mix of engineering, biology, chemistry, and creativity—all in one exciting half-day! Plus, lots of puns. 🙂

Sprout Squad: The Science of Gardening
2026-05-27 12:00 - 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
Sprout Squad: The Science of Gardening
A Hands-on Half-Day Adventure | 12–4 PM on May 27th
Roll up your sleeves, t’s time to dig into spring! In this special camp, kids become real Junior Garden Helpers, learning how gardens grow, why compost matters, and how they can care for the earth right in their own community.
We’ll kick things off with a fun, kid-friendly composting lesson where campers explore what happens to food scraps, why decomposition is amazing, and how soil gets built. Kids are invited to bring a small container of food scraps from home—banana peels, veggie ends, eggshells, and more—to investigate, sort, and add to a real compost pile. (Gross… but extremely fun!). And yes, we’ll be playing with and learning about worms as well.
Then we’ll head outdoors to help with real spring garden tasks. Activities could include:
🌱 Planting early spring seeds
🪣 Spreading compost or mulch
🧹 Tidying beds for the growing season
🌼 Learning about pollinators and soil critters
🪴 Helping prep the community garden for visitors
Back indoors, campers create their own take-home projects, which may include:
🌿 Seed-starting pots (using recycled materials)
🎨 Garden marker art for home gardens
📘 “My Spring Garden Plan” mini booklet
This camp blends science, sustainability, teamwork, and outdoor fun. It’s perfect for curious kids who love to get their hands dirty and make a real impact in their community garden.

Sew Magical: Fairy Hand Sewing Camp
2026-07-06 09:00 - 2026-07-10 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
Sew Magical: Fairy Hand Sewing Camp
July 6-10th from 9 am-12 pm with Stella
Ages 6-9 (CIT 10+)
Step into a world of imagination, creativity, and stitches! In this camp, fairy tailors will begin the week by creating their very own magical pouch—a special place to collect treasures, notes, and fairy-sized surprises as the week unfolds.
Through hands-on sewing projects, campers will strengthen fine motor skills, build patience and focus, and gain confidence working with real tools and materials. Each day blends storytelling, design, and practical sewing techniques, emphasizing lifelong art skills and creative problem-solving. Fairy tailors will leave with both beautiful creations and a sense of pride in what they can make.
If caregivers are looking for a full day, we offer a Lunch Bunch for a small additional fee ($10) and then a second half day program (Unicorn Academy).
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note your child is not registered until the invoice is paid.

Unicorn Academy Camp
2026-07-06 13:00 - 2026-07-10 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🦄 Unicorn Academy
July 6-10th | 1:00–4:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9 | CITs ages 10+
Calling all dreamers and believers! This summer camp invites kids into an enchanting world filled with magic, creativity, and adventure. Each camper adopts their own plush unicorn, names it, accessorizes for it, and learns how to care for it throughout the week. All the while our unicorn parents are learning social skills and building confidence.
From unicorn training school and magical art projects to literacy time in the “Story Meadow” and outdoor adventures around Florence, this camp blends imagination, responsibility, and joy. Highlights include unicorn habitat building, scavenger hunts, cupcake decorating, and a grand Unicorn Parade for families at the end of the week.
To register, use the calendar below. please make sure you forward the calendar to the right month, start date, and start time.

Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp (Section A)
2026-07-13 13:00 - 2026-07-17 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
✍️ Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp (Section A)
Section A: July 13-17th | 1:00–5:00 PM | with Shari
Ages 8–11 | CITs ages 12+
A camp for storytellers, doodlers, and big imaginations. Young Authors and Illustrators will write, illustrate, and bring their own stories to life through researching their community, creative exploration, and collaborative sharing. We’ll partner with the David Ruggles Center to research the history of Florence, learn research skills from the librarians at Lilly Library, and get writing advice from a renown author (we’ve had Grace Lin and Heidi Stemple the past few years!). Authors will learn about the history of the silk industry in Florence and hand dye their own silk end papers. This camp culminates with an optional Meet the Author event at the Florence Farmers Market and then their books are on exhibit (if the author would like) at Lilly Library. Perfect for kids who love books, art, and expressing their ideas on the page.
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Sparkle Science Camp: The Science of Shine
2026-07-20 09:00 - 2026-07-24 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
✨ Sparkle Science Camp: The Science of Shine
July 20-24 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9 | 10+ CITs
Why do things shimmer, glow, and sparkle? In Sparkle Science Camp, kids explore the science behind light and color through wow-worthy experiments. Campers will grow sugar crystals, test UV-reactive bracelets in sunlight, play with prisms and mirrors, make sparkle slime, and build kaleidoscopes to take home.
This camp blends real science with serious dazzle—perfect for curious makers who love learning and a little sparkle.
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp (Section B)
2026-07-20 13:00 - 2026-07-24 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
✍️ Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp
Section B: July 20-24th | 1:00–5:00 PM | with Shari
Ages 8–11, CITs 12+
A camp for storytellers, doodlers, and big imaginations. Young Authors and Illustrators will write, illustrate, and bring their own stories to life through researching their community, creative exploration, and collaborative sharing. We’ll partner with the David Ruggles Center to research the history of Florence, learn research skills from the librarians at Lilly Library, and get writing advice from a renown author (we’ve had Grace Lin and Heidi Stemple the past few years!). Authors will learn about the history of the silk industry in Florence and hand dye their own silk end papers. This camp culminates with an optional Meet the Author event at the Florence Farmers Market and then their books are on exhibit (if the author would like) at Lilly Library. Perfect for kids who love books, art, and expressing their ideas on the page.
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Leadership Lab Camp
2026-07-27 13:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🌱 Leadership Lab
July 27-31 | 1:00–5:00 PM | with Kali |
Ages 8-11, CIT 12+ | 📍 The Community Classroom and various locations for internships
Leadership Lab is a field-trip–based camp designed to help young leaders blossom. Campers take on short internships within the Florence and Northampton community, learning how their voices and actions can make a difference.
Along the way, they’ll practice public speaking, teamwork, and community engagement, while also learning how to lead games and icebreakers. This camp is ideal for kids ready to grow their confidence, take on responsibility, and lead with purpose—without it ever feeling like “just school.”
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Mini-Detectives Forensic Science Camp
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-07 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🕵️‍♀️ Mini-Detectives Forensic Science Camp
August 3-7th | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9, CITs 10+
Calling all curious kids and sharp-eyed sleuths! Mini-Detectives Forensic Science Camp invites young investigators to solve mysteries using kid-friendly forensic techniques. Campers will analyze fingerprints, decode secret messages, examine “evidence,” and use observation and teamwork to crack daily cases.
This camp blends STEM learning with imaginative play, encouraging critical thinking and collaboration in a fun, supportive environment.
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

(FULL) BakeLab: The Science of Sweet and Savory
2026-08-10 09:00 - 2026-08-14 12:00 | Florence Civic Center, 90 Park Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
FULL 🍰 BakeLab: The Science of Sweet & Savory
August 10-14 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | 📍Florence Civic Center
Ages 8-11, CIT 12+
In BakeLab, kids become food scientists! Campers experiment with leavening agents, emulsions, fermentation, and heat as they bake cookies, quick breads, sourdough, brownies, and more. They’ll explore ingredient swaps, texture experiments, and how science transforms food. Taught by an AP science teacher who loves the combination of baking + chemistry! This is her 3rd year teaching a science + baking camp and folks! It fills up quickly.
The big idea? Understanding how ingredients interact—and how curiosity makes everything better.
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

College Essay and Self-Discovery Camp
2026-08-10 13:00 - 2026-08-14 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
✍️ College Essay & Self-Discovery
August 10–14 | 1:00–4:00 PM | with Kali
For high school students (especially rising seniors)
This supportive, reflective writing experience helps teens uncover their authentic voice—whether they’re preparing for college applications or simply strengthening their writing skills. Through guided prompts, discussion, and one-on-one feedback, students explore personal values, experiences, and stories that matter to them.
Students leave with strong ideas, clearer direction, and tools that extend far beyond a single essay.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Camp Swiftie
2026-08-17 09:00 - 2026-08-21 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🎤✨ Camp Swiftie
August 17 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9, CITs 10+
Camp Swiftie is a creative, confidence-boosting experience inspired by Taylor Swift’s eras, storytelling, and friendship. Campers design their own Era outfits, create mini album covers with track lists, make and trade friendship bracelets, and play Swiftie Trivia Bingo.
It’s a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and self-expression—with plenty of sparkle.
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Critter Club
2026-09-08 15:30 - 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Critter Club
Tuesdays, 3:30–5:00 PM | Hosted at High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs) | September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 10, 17, 24 (No club on the 3rd)
Does your kiddo LOVE animals? Like, really love them? This club is for them. 🐾
Critter Club is an 11-session afterschool club where kids learn all about the care and feeding of furry, feathered, and finned creatures — through hands-on learning, real animal science, and the very best part: LOTS of critter visitors throughout the season. 🐹🐢🐦
This is the club for the kid who already knows the difference between a guinea pig and a hamster, who has strong opinions about reptiles, and who has been quietly campaigning for a pet for longer than you’d like to admit. Each week brings a new creature, a new set of facts, and a new opportunity to practice the real responsibility of caring for something living.
Young critter enthusiasts will:
🐰 Meet real animal visitors and learn directly from the experts who care for them
🐾 Explore what different animals need to eat, where they live, and how to keep them healthy and happy
🧠 Learn the real science behind animal behavior, communication, and instincts
💛 Practice the responsibility, empathy, and patience that comes with caring for a living creature
🎨 Create animal-themed projects, habitats, and crafts inspired by what they’ve learned
Critter Club is part science class, part animal sanctuary, and one hundred percent the highlight of every animal-loving kid’s week. Whether your child dreams of being a veterinarian, a zookeeper, or just really, really wants a hamster — this is exactly the club for them. 🐹
Critter Club meets Tuesdays from 3:30–5:00 PM at High Five Books. Ages 6–9. Ages 10 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training
To register, please make sure you have the calendar below set to the correct start date (September 15), then select the start time. If you are a current or past client, please register through Tutorbird.

Boom Club
2026-09-09 16:00 - 17:30 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Boom Club Wednesdays, 4:00–5:30 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs) | September 9, 16, 30, October 7, 21, 28, November 4, 18
Warning: things are about to get loud. 💥
Boom Club is an 8-session afterschool science club where kids explore the thrilling, surprising, and completely fire-free science of explosions — from fizzing firework jars and erupting volcanoes to flower pods that burst open and chemical reactions that go BOOM in the most spectacular, safe, and satisfying ways imaginable.
This is not your average science club. This is hands-on, teacher-led, certified-instructor chemistry where kids discover the real science behind the bang — and walk away understanding why things explode, how fireworks get their colors, and what makes a reaction go from fizz to BOOM. 🔬
Every session, young scientists record their observations, predictions, and discoveries in their official Boom Club Lab Notebook — building a complete record of eight weeks of spectacular science. 📓
Along the way, Boom Club scientists will discover:

The chemistry of reactions — acids, bases, gases, and what makes things fizz, pop, and explode
The physics of pressure, sound waves, and kinetic energy
The geology of volcanoes and meteor impacts
The biology of explosive seed dispersal in nature
The real science behind fireworks and what gives them their color
How to make a hypothesis, test it safely, and record their results like real scientists 💛

This club is perfect for curious kids who love science, can’t resist a good fizz, and have always wanted to know what makes things go BOOM. Safely. Fire-free. Absolutely spectacularly. 💥
Boom Club meets Wednesdays from 4:00–5:30 PM at High Five Books. Ages 6–9. Ages 10 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training. This club is 8 weeks long, as it doesn’t meet on days that NPS has off of school/holidays.
To register, please select “afterschool club” below and then ensure the correct month and date for the first day of the club is selected on the calendar (September 16).

Babysitters Club
2026-09-10 15:30 - 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Babysitters Club Ages 7–11 | Ages 12+ as CITs | September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19
Calling all responsible, creative, and caring kids who are ready to level up! 📚
The Babysitters Club is a one-of-a-kind afterschool club inspired by the beloved book series — and perfectly timed to celebrate three brand-new BSC releases hitting shelves this fall, including The Super Special Graphic Novel on September 15! Whether your child is a longtime BSC superfan or just discovering Kristy, Claudia, Mary Anne, and the gang for the first time, this club is their chance to live the adventure.
Young babysitters-in-training will dive deep into the world of the Babysitters Club through reading, discussion, and hands-on skill-building — emerging at the end of the season as genuinely capable, confident, and caring young caregivers. And every registration includes a brand-new Babysitters Club book, because every great babysitter starts with a great story. 📚
📚 Grounded in the Books Each session connects to the Babysitters Club books — discussing characters, storylines, and the values that make the BSC so beloved: responsibility, creativity, friendship, and showing up for the people who count on you. With three new releases this fall, there’s never been a better time to be a BSC fan. 🎉
🎒 Build Your Very Own Kid Kit One of the BSC’s most iconic tools is the Kid Kit — a box of carefully chosen activities, games, and supplies that makes babysitting magic happen. Club members will design and build their very own Kid Kit from scratch, thinking carefully about what kinds of things belong inside, who they’re for, and how to use them like a pro.
🏅 Earn Your Babysitter Badges Our young babysitters will work toward a series of real skill badges — because great babysitters aren’t just responsible, they’re prepared. Badges include:
🔥 Fire Safety Badge — what to do in a fire emergency, 🍎 Snack Badge — how to prepare safe, simple snacks and pivot when things don’t go as planned 📞 Dialing 911 Badge — what counts as an emergency, what to say, and what to expect 🤔 Judgment Badge — when to handle it yourself vs. when to get an adult 🩹 First Aid Badge — how to dress a cut, apply a bandage, and stay calm under pressure 📖 Storytime Badge — how to read aloud to a younger child and keep them engaged 🌙 Bedtime Routine Badge — how to help a child wind down and get ready for bed 🦷 Dental Care Badge — how to brush someone else’s teeth safely, 🍼 Diaper Badge — the basics of changing a diaper with confidence and care
Each badge represents a real, practical skill — the kind that makes families trust you, kids adore you, and YOU feel genuinely ready for the job.
👶 The Real Deal: Practice Session on November 19th On November 19th, our Babysitters Club members put their skills to the test in a real supervised practice session — caring for younger children while their families enjoy a special evening out. Adult supervision is provided throughout, of course. This is the moment all those badges have been building toward — and we have a feeling our young babysitters are going to absolutely rise to the occasion. 🌟
Babysitters Club members leave the season with their completed Kid Kit, a full collection of earned badges, and the kind of confidence that comes from knowing you are truly prepared to care for someone else. 📚💛
Grounded in the beloved book series. Celebrating three new BSC releases this fall. Led by certified teachers who believe in building real skills in young people.
To register, please select “afterschool club” and then make sure the calendar is set to the correct month and date (September 10). Existing and former clients, please register through Tutorbird.

Manga and Munchies Club
2026-09-11 16:00 - 17:30 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Manga & Munchies Fridays, 4:00–5:30 PM | High Five Books | Ages 8–11 (Ages 12+ as CITs) | September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20th
The best Friday afternoon just got even better. 🎨
Manga & Munchies is an 11-session afterschool club where kids dive into the wonderful world of age-appropriate Japanese comics and graphic novels — exploring visual storytelling, iconic manga art styles, beloved characters, and the rich culture behind one of the world’s most popular art forms. And while they read, discuss, and discover? They snack on international treats from around the world. 🍡
This is the club for the kid who has a stack of manga on their nightstand, for the curious reader who has always wanted to try it, and for anyone who believes that Friday afternoons should feel like a reward. Because they should. 💛
Each session young manga readers will:
📖 Explore age-appropriate manga and graphic novels — from beloved classics to exciting new releases 🎨 Discuss visual storytelling techniques — how do manga artists use panels, expressions, and motion lines to tell a story without words? ✏️ Try their hand at manga-inspired drawing and character design 🌏 Learn about Japanese culture, manga history, and the global impact of this incredible art form 🍡 Snack on international treats — a different cultural snack every session to pair with the reading 🌍
Manga & Munchies is part book club, part art studio, part cultural exploration, and one hundred percent the most delicious afterschool club we have ever offered. 💛
Manga & Munchies meets Fridays from 4:00–5:30 PM at High Five Books. Ages 8–11. Ages 12 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training.
Please register using the calendar with links below. Click the “afterschool club” button and then you will see the calendar. Please make sure you are choosing the right month, date, and time on the calendar below. If you have attended a Community Classroom event or are a current or former client, please log in with your Tutorbird access and register.

Mythbusters Club
2026-09-14 15:30 - 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Mythbusters Club Mondays, 3:30–5:00 PM | hosted at High Five Books | Ages 7–10 (Ages 11+ as CITs)
September 14, 21, 28, October 5, (no club on the 12), 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, and 23
Is Bigfoot real? What’s actually lurking in Loch Ness? And should you REALLY be worried about spiders crawling into your mouth while you sleep? 🕷️
Mythbusters Club is a 10-session afterschool investigation into the world’s most fascinating cryptids, urban legends, and unsolved mysteries — where kids don’t just explore the lore, they think like scientists and investigate the evidence. Each session dives into a new legend from two angles: what people believe, and what the science actually says. Then kids make their own verdict.
This is not just a monster fan club. This is critical thinking disguised as the most exciting afterschool program of the year.
Each session follows the Mythbusters Framework:

🔍 The Legend — where did this story come from and why do people believe it?
🧪 The Evidence — what proof exists and how was it collected?
🔬 The Investigation — what does science say? What experiments can we run?
⚖️ The Verdict — busted, plausible, or confirmed?
📓 The Field Journal — kids record their findings like real investigators

Every session, young investigators add a new page to their official Mythbusters Field Journal, building a complete investigation log they keep at the end of the season.
Along the way, Mythbusters Club members will build real skills that go far beyond cryptids:

Scientific thinking and the investigation process
Evidence evaluation — how do we know what we know?
Critical thinking and healthy skepticism
Research, note-taking, and presentation skills
Media literacy — why do people believe things that aren’t true?
Cultural literacy — where do legends come from and what do they tell us about society?
The courage to say “I don’t know — let’s find out”

This club is perfect for curious kids who love mysteries, science, a good scare, and the thrill of finding out what’s REALLY going on. Just the right amount of spooky. Not too much, we promise. 🔍
Mythbusters Club meets Mondays from 3:30–5:00 PM at High Five Books. Ages 7–10. Ages 11 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training.
To book the club for your leaner, make sure the calendar is set to the start date (September 14th) before you click to register. If you are a returning client, please register through Tutorbird.

Cookie Club
2026-09-14 16:00 - 17:30 | Florence Civic Center, 90 Park Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Cookie Club Mondays, 4:00–5:30 PM | Florence Civic Center | Ages 7–11 (Ages 12+ as CITs) | $300 includes weekly cookies coming home for the family | 8 sessions September 14, 21, October 5, 19, 26, November 9, 16, 23
Every great baker started somewhere. This fall, it starts here. 🍪
Cookie Club is a 8-session afterschool baking club where kids learn the real science, real technique, and real joy behind one of the world’s most beloved foods. Each session takes place in the full kitchen at the Florence Civic Center, where young bakers will measure, mix, cream, fold, and decorate their way through a carefully crafted curriculum that is equal parts chemistry, art, and deliciousness.
This is not a kit. This is not a mix. This is from-scratch, teacher-led, hands-on baking — where kids learn WHY cookies spread, WHY butter matters, and WHY changing one ingredient changes everything. And then they eat the results. 🍪
Each week brings a new cookie, a new skill, and a new discovery.
Every session, bakers go home with some of what they made. Every session, someone in their family is very happy to see them walk through the door. 💛
Along the way, Cookie Club bakers will build real skills that last a lifetime:

Measurement, fractions, and ratio — math that actually tastes good
The chemistry of baking — reactions, leavening, emulsification, and more
Mixing techniques — creaming, folding, whisking, and why each one matters
Kitchen safety, food hygiene, and responsible tool use
Recipe reading, following instructions, and creative adaptation
Presentation and design — because a beautiful cookie is a work of art
Confidence, patience, and the deep satisfaction of making something from scratch 💛

This club is perfect for curious kids who love food, love science, and love the idea of walking into the kitchen and knowing exactly what they’re doing.
Cookie Club meets Mondays from 4-5:30 PM at the Florence Civic Center. Ages 7–11. Ages 12 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training.
To register, please select “afterschool club” below and then ensure the right month and start date are selected on the calendar (September 14). If your child is a returning or former client, please register through Tutorbird.

Dinner's On Me: A Feed-Your-Family Cooking Club
2026-09-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Florence Civic Center, 90 Park Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Dinner’s on Me: A Feed Your Family Cooking Club Tuesdays, 4–5:30 PM | Florence Civic Center | Ages 7–11 (Ages 12+ as CITs) | $375 includes weekly food to share coming home | September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 10, 17, 24 (Community Classroom Cafe)
What if your child could cook dinner for your family — from scratch? Not from a box. Not from a packet. From real ingredients, real techniques, and real pride. 🍽️
Dinner’s on Me is an 10-session afterschool cooking club where kids learn to plan, prepare, and pack up real food for their families (up to 4 people) — one delicious Tuesday at a time. Each session takes place at the Florence Civic Center, where young chefs will work with real tools, real heat, and real responsibility to create something their whole family can enjoy that same night.
This is not a cooking show. It is not a baking kit. It is hands-on, teacher-led, certified-instruction cooking — where kids learn knife skills, kitchen safety, food preparation techniques, and the deep satisfaction of feeding the people they love most. 💛
Each week brings a new meal, a new skill, and a new take-home.
Every session campers leave with a take-home meal or kit — ready to finish cooking or serve straight to their family that evening. Week after week, families will open the door to a child who says four of the most wonderful words in the English language: Dinner’s on me. 💛
🍽️ The Big Finale: The Community Classroom Café | November 24th | 5-6 PM | The Florence Civic Center
For our final session, young chefs will transform the Florence Civic Center into a real working café — setting tables, greeting guests, taking orders, and serving food they are genuinely proud of.
Parents are invited to be served by their young chefs from 4:00–5:00 PM while little ones are cared for by our Babysitters Club next door. Kids will arrive early to set up, review food safety and serving etiquette, put on their aprons, and open the café doors.
It is the culminating moment of eleven weeks of learning, growing, and cooking — and we have a feeling it is going to be absolutely unforgettable. 💛
A Note on Kitchen Safety This club takes place in the full kitchen at the Florence Civic Center — a real, working kitchen with real equipment. Our young chefs will be expected to follow kitchen safety rules at all times, handle tools responsibly, and treat the space with care and respect. Our certified teacher will be present and hands-on at every session, and safety is always our first ingredient. You know your own kid, and whether or not this would be a good fit for them or if they need to wait a bit to grow their responsibility muscles.
To register, please click “afterschool club” and then select the correct date and month to start (September 15th). If you are a returning or existing client, please register through Tutorbird.

Shark Lab
2026-09-23 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Jaw-dropping science is coming to High Five Books — and we are not sorry about that pun.
Shark Lab is a half-day deep dive into one of the ocean’s most fascinating, most misunderstood, and most magnificent creatures. Through hands-on science, real specimens, and the kind of curiosity-driven exploration that makes learning feel like an adventure, young marine biologists will discover what makes sharks one of nature’s most perfectly designed animals — and why they deserve so much more than their scary reputation.
Young shark scientists will:

Shark Tooth Identification Lab — investigate real shark teeth from our very own classroom collection, using field guides and magnifying glasses to identify the species each tooth came from. Real paleontology. Real discovery. Real cool.
Shark Anatomy Exploration — dive deep into what makes sharks such remarkably designed creatures. From their electroreceptors and lateral lines to their cartilage skeletons and extraordinary senses, sharks are built for the ocean in ways that will absolutely blow young minds.
Shark Size Showdown — head outside with sidewalk chalk and map out the true size of different shark species right on the pavement. The whale shark alone will leave every camper speechless.
Shark Skin Up Close — discover why shark skin feels like sandpaper and explore the science of dermal denticles — the tiny tooth-like scales that cover a shark’s body and make it one of nature’s most ingenious designs.
Buoyancy Science — why don’t sharks sink? Explore the fascinating science of how sharks use their oil-filled livers to stay afloat — and what that tells us about the engineering genius of nature.
Shark Tooth Necklace Making — using their very own take-home shark tooth, campers will create a beautiful shark tooth necklace — building fine motor skills and creating a wearable keepsake they will treasure long after camp ends.

Every camper goes home with their very own real shark tooth!
Perfect for curious kids who love animals, science, the ocean, and the thrill of discovering that the world is even more amazing than they thought. Just the right amount of toothy. Not too scary. We promise.
Shark Lab meets September 23 from 12-4 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
Existing students: Please log into Tutorbird to register. Email Megan if you have an issue (megan@thecommunityclassroom.com).
New students: Register below after clicking “1/2 day pop-up program” for the category. Please ensure the correct date is chosen (the 23rd).

All About Bats
2026-10-12 09:00 - 12:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
All About Bats
October 12 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
They are mysterious. They are misunderstood. And they are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. This October, we are celebrating them.
All About Bats is a half-day science and nature program that takes kids deep into the remarkable world of bats — their biology, their superpowers, their vital role in our ecosystem, and the surprising science behind how they navigate the dark. Through hands-on activities, real specimens, and the kind of curiosity-driven exploration that makes learning feel like an adventure, young bat scientists will walk away with a whole new appreciation for one of nature’s most extraordinary creatures.
Activities may include:
Bat Glider Engineering — design, build, and test your very own bat-inspired glider. Explore the science of flight, lift, drag, and what makes bat wings such a brilliant piece of natural engineering.
Bat Anatomy Exploration — dive into what makes bats so uniquely designed. From their echolocation and remarkable hearing to their wing structure and nocturnal adaptations, bats are built for the night in ways that will completely blow young minds.
Echolocation Science — how do bats navigate in total darkness? Explore the fascinating physics of sound waves and echolocation through hands-on activities that let kids experience this remarkable sense for themselves.
Bat Myths vs. Facts — separate the scary stories from the science and discover why bats are not only harmless but genuinely essential to the health of our ecosystem.
Bat Habitat & Conservation — learn where bats live, what threatens them, and what we can do to protect these vital creatures in our own communities. Yes, we will most likely build our own bat cave!
Every camper leaves with a deeper understanding of and genuine affection for one of nature’s most misunderstood animals. Perfect for curious kids who love wildlife, science, and the thrill of discovering that something they thought was scary is actually completely amazing.
Looking for a full day of fall science fun? Combine All About Bats (9:00 AM–12:00 PM) with Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 PM, just $10) and Flower Power Camp (1:00–4:00 PM) for a complete, joy-filled day of exploration and discovery.
All About Bats meets October 12 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA
Existing students: Please register through Tutorbird.
New students: register below by clicking “1/2 day pop-up program” then select the correct data (October 12) and time (9 am).

Flower Power: Botany + Art
2026-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Flower Power: Botany and Art for Kids
October 12 | 1:00–4:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
Nature has been quietly doing extraordinary things all season long. On October 12, we are going to slow down and take a closer look.
Flower Power is a half-day science and nature program that invites kids into the beautiful, surprising, and endlessly fascinating world of flowers and leaves. Through hands-on exploration, real specimens, and the kind of gentle, curious science that makes the natural world feel like magic, young botanists will discover what is really going on inside a flower, why leaves are the shape they are, and how plants have been solving problems that humans are still trying to figure out.
This is not just arts and crafts. This is real botany — joyful, hands-on, and designed to make kids look at every flower and leaf they encounter for the rest of their lives with completely new eyes.
Activities may include:

Flower Dissection — carefully take apart a real flower and discover its hidden world. Petals, sepals, stamens, pistils, and pollen — every part has a purpose and a story. Young botanists will label and learn each one like real plant scientists.
Leaf Rubbings — explore the science of leaf veins and their remarkable structure through the beautiful and satisfying art of leaf rubbing. Every leaf tells a different story — and every rubbing is a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
Natural Dye Experiment — discover the remarkable pigments hiding inside flowers and plants and use them to dye fabric or paper in the most beautiful, surprising, and completely natural way. No synthetic dyes. No chemicals. Just the extraordinary color that nature has been making all along.
Flower Pressing & Preserving — carefully press and preserve real flowers using traditional botanical techniques — creating a beautiful keepsake that captures the color, shape, and science of the natural world in a way that will last long after October 12 is over.

Every camper leaves with their pressed flower keepsake, their natural dye creation, and a deeper understanding of the natural world right outside their door — and the kind of curiosity that turns every walk into a science adventure.
Looking for a full day of fall science fun? Combine All About Bats (9:00 AM–12:00 PM) with a supervised Lunch Bunch break (just $10) and Flower Power (1:00–4:00 PM) for a complete, joy-filled day of exploration and discovery.
Flower Power meets October 12 from 1–4:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
Existing students: Register through Tutorbird. New students: Please select “1/2 day pop-up program” and then select the correct data (October 12) and time (1pm-4).

Spooky Science: Fizzy cauldrons, fake blood, spooky slime
2026-10-14 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Spooky Science October 14 | 12–4 PM | Ages 6–9, 10+ as CITs
Our last day at the Florence Farmers’ Market gets a spooky upgrade! This Halloween-themed science extravaganza takes young scientists on a ghoulish journey through chemistry, physics, and biology — with a special trip to the Farmers’ Market for our final Space Trailer celebration of the season.
Young scientists may:

Build and test spider web structures to discover the engineering secrets behind one of nature’s strongest materials
Run fizzing cauldron potion experiments: observe, predict, test, and record your reactions
Layer liquids to create a spooky density tower and discover why some liquids float on top of others
Make their very own fake blood and explore the science of viscosity
Whip up a batch of spooky slime to take home
Say goodbye to the Little Community Classroom Space Trailer for the season in style! And leave with goodies from the Spooky Science at the Florence Farmers’ Market event.

Campers leave with their density tower, slime, fake blood kit, and a head full of spooky science knowledge. Perfect for curious kids who love chemistry, engineering, and just the right amount of Halloween! Costumes encouraged.
Current or former students: Please log in through Tutorbird. New students: Please select “1/2 day pop-up camp” below and then choose the correct data (October 14).

Monster Mashup: Glow-in-the-Dark Fun, Monster Art, Potions
2026-10-21 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Monster Mashup October 21 | 12–4 PM | Ages 6–9, 10+ as CITs
What if you could design your very own monster — using real science? In this wildly creative half-day program, kids become monster biologists, engineers, and artists as they design, build, and bring their own scientifically-plausible creature to life.
Young monster makers will:

Study real animal adaptations (such as echolocation, venom, regeneration) and use them to design their own monster with a scientific explanation for every feature
Build a 3D monster creation using cardboard, pipe cleaners, foam, googly eyes, and mixed materials
Explore the science of bioluminescence with black lights and make a glowing monster potion vial to take home
Whip up a batch of custom monster slime: bumpy, glittery, or glow-in-the-dark, the choice is theirs
Present their monster to the group in our Monster Showcase — and vote for the most scientifically plausible, most creative, and most terrifying creature of the day

Campers leave with their monster creation, custom slime, glowing potion vial, and monster design sheet. Perfect for kids who love animals, building, and asking “but what if it was SCARY?” Costumes encouraged.
Existing or former clients: Please register through Tutorbird. New students: Please select “1/2 day pop-up program” below and then ensure the correct date is selected (October 21).

Witch's Workshop: Flight + Potions + Spooky Science
2026-10-28 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
October 28 | 12:00–4:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
The Witch’s Academy is open for one day only — and apprentice spots are limited.
In this fan-favorite Halloween program, young apprentice witches tinker, brew, build, and perform their way through an afternoon of flight science, chemistry, engineering, and spooky acoustics. This is not a costume party. This is a real science program — dressed up in the most wonderfully spooky way imaginable. Costumes encouraged.
Activities may include:
Broomstick Glider Engineering — design and engineer your own paper broomstick glider, test it on the runway, and redesign to make it fly even farther. Explore the real science of lift, drag, thrust, and what makes things fly.
Zoom on a Broom Giant Pumpkin Scale — just how heavy IS a giant pumpkin? Inspired by the beloved book, young apprentices will explore weight, measurement, and the surprisingly enormous world of giant pumpkins through a hands-on scale activity that is as delightful as it is educational.
Advanced Potion Lab — brew dramatic potions, which may include a midnight acid-base indicator and a smoking cauldron.
Witch Hat Engineering Challenge — compete to build the tallest freestanding witch hat using only cardboard and tape. Engineering under pressure. Halloween edition.
Edible Witch’s Broom — we’ll explore phases of matter by melting chocolate and making edible brooms. Delicious witchiness!
Witch’s Brew Apple Cider — sip warm apple cider witch’s brew and celebrate a season of science well done.
Witch’s Workshop meets October 28 from 12:00–4:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
Former and existing students, please register through Tutorbird. New students, register below. Please select “1/2 day pop-up program” and then ensure you have selected the correct month (October) and date (the 28th).

Manatee Mania
2026-11-03 09:00 - 12:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Manatee Mania
November 3 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
They are gentle. They are enormous. They are wildly underappreciated. And on November 3, we are dedicating an entire morning to them.
Manatee Mania is a half-day science and conservation program that takes kids deep into the wonderful world of one of the ocean’s most beloved and most endangered creatures. Through hands-on experiments, real science, and the kind of curious exploration that makes learning feel like an adventure, young marine biologists will discover what makes manatees so remarkable — and what we can do to help protect them.
Activities may include:
Blubber Glove Experiment — simulate manatee blubber using shortening and ziplock bags and feel firsthand how manatees stay warm in cool water. This one is always a hit — and always a surprise.
Manatee Size Showdown — just how big IS a manatee? Head outside with sidewalk chalk and map out the true size of these gentle giants on the pavement. The results are always more impressive than anyone expects.
Manatee Conservation Lab — learn about the very real threats manatees face today — boat strikes, habitat loss, and warming waters — and discover what scientists, communities, and young people like our campers are doing to help protect them. Because conservation starts with curiosity.
Every camper leaves with a deeper understanding of and genuine affection for one of the ocean’s most gentle and most vulnerable creatures — and the knowledge that they can make a real difference in the world. 💛
Looking for a full day of November fun? Add Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 PM, just $10) and Adopt-a-Unicorn (1:00–4:00 PM) for a complete and magical day that goes from the depths of the ocean to the heights of the unicorn realm. We could not think of a better combination.
Manatee Mania meets November 3 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
To register as an existing or former student, please do so through Tutorbird. New students, please register below. Ensure you have selected the correct program (1/2 day pop-ups), then select the right month (November), date (the 3rd), and time (9am).

Unicorn Academy
2026-11-03 13:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Adopt-a-Unicorn
November 3 | 1:00–4:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
The unicorn realm is open for one afternoon only — and adoption spots are limited.
Adopt-a-Unicorn is a magical, creativity-filled half-day program where kids step into the enchanted world of unicorns — adopting their very own plush unicorn companion, naming them, creating accessories for them, and learning what it truly means to care for a magical creature. This is part creative workshop, part imaginative adventure, and one hundred percent the most enchanting afternoon of the fall season.
Activities may include:
Unicorn Adoption Ceremony — every great unicorn parent begins here. Kids will officially meet and adopt their very own plush unicorn companion — choosing their name, their personality, and the beginning of their story together.
Unicorn Accessory Design and Making — using craft materials, fabric scraps, and a whole lot of creativity, young unicorn parents will design and make custom accessories for their unicorn companion. Because every unicorn deserves to look their absolute best.
Unicorn Habitat Design — where does your unicorn live? What does their world look like? Young unicorn parents will design and create a magical habitat worthy of the most extraordinary creature in the realm.
Every camper leaves with their adopted unicorn companion, their handmade accessories, and a heart full of magic. Perfect for dreamers, believers, and anyone who has ever looked up at a rainbow and felt something wonderful. 💛
Pair with Manatee Mania (9:00 AM–12:00 PM) and Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 PM, just $10) for a complete and extraordinary day that travels from the depths of the ocean all the way to the heights of the unicorn realm. We could not think of a more perfect combination.
Adopt-a-Unicorn meets November 3 from 1:00–4:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
Existing or former students, please register through Tutorbird. New students, please register below. Select “1/2 day pop-up programs,” then ensure the correct month (November), date (3rd) and time (1-4pm) is selected.

Needoh Science
2026-11-04 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Needoh Science
November 4 | 12:00–4:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
Squish it. Stretch it. Squeeze it. And then find out exactly why it does what it does.
Needoh Science is a half-day materials science program built around one of the most satisfying, most fascinating, and most endlessly squishable objects in the known universe — the Needoh ball. Through hands-on experiments, real science vocabulary, and the kind of deeply satisfying exploration that kids want to do over and over again, young scientists will discover the remarkable materials science, chemistry, and physics behind why squishy things behave the way they do.
And then they will make their very own Needoh to take home. Because of course they will.
Activities may include:
The Science of Squish — what makes something squishy? What makes something stretchy? What makes something both at the same time? Young scientists will explore the properties of non-Newtonian fluids and polymers through guided experiments that are as fascinating as they are deeply satisfying.
Materials Testing Lab — stretch, compress, bounce, and squeeze a variety of squishy materials and record how each one behaves differently under pressure. Real science. Real data. Real fun.
Make Your Own Needoh — the moment everyone has been waiting for. Using real materials and real chemistry, every camper will make their very own Needoh ball — choosing their color, customizing their creation, and taking it home at the end of the day. A one-of-a-kind creation made entirely by their own hands.
Oobleck Exploration — explore the classic cornstarch and water experiment that is somehow both a solid and a liquid at the same time. How is that possible? Young scientists will find out — and will not be able to stop talking about it.
Every camper leaves with their very own handmade Needoh ball and a head full of materials science knowledge that will make them look at every squishy thing they encounter with completely new eyes.
Needoh Science meets November 4 from 12:00–4:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
Existing and former students: Please register through Tutorbird. New students: Please register below by selecting “1/2 Day Pop-up Programs,” then select the correct month (November), date (4th), and time (12-4pm).

Rock Lab
2026-11-11 09:00 - 12:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Rock Lab
November 11 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | High Five Books | Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
The earth has been making extraordinary things for billions of years. On November 11, we are going to dig in and find out what.
Rock Lab is a half-day geology and jewelry making program where young geologists get their hands on real rocks, real minerals, and real science — and then turn their discoveries into something beautiful to wear home. This is not a passive experience. This is hands-on, certified teacher-led earth science where kids scratch, test, identify, and create their way through the remarkable story of the ground beneath their feet.
Activities may include:
Rock and Mineral Identification — examine real rocks and minerals with magnifying glasses and field guides, identifying specimens like real geologists and discovering the surprising stories each one tells.
Mohs Hardness Scale Testing — scratch test a variety of rocks and minerals to determine their hardness on the real scientific scale that geologists use. Which rock scratches which? The answers are always surprising.
Jewelry Making — using real rocks, minerals, and gems, young geologists will design and create their very own piece of wearable geology — a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry that tells the story of the earth in the most stylish way possible.
Every camper leaves with their handmade jewelry, their crystal growing experiment, and a head full of earth science knowledge that will make them look at every rock they encounter with completely new eyes. 💛
Looking for a full day of earth science exploration? Add Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 PM, just $10) and Fossil Lab (1:00–4:00 PM) for a complete and extraordinary day that travels from the rocks beneath our feet all the way back to the creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago.
Rock Lab meets November 11 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence MA.
Current and former students, please register through Tutorbird. New students, register below. Select “1/2 day pop-up program,” then select the correct month (November), date (11th), and time (9am).
