December Break 2-Day Mini STEM Camp - STEAMwhiz Guilderland

Ice & Inertia: Physics Meets Minecraft in a Winter STEAM Camp

Don’t just get through winter break—master it! 

In this action-packed, 2-day STEAMwhiz camp, students will explore the coolest parts of physics. We’ll turn abstract concepts like friction, energy, and Newton’s Laws into hands-on fun they’ll never forget. Then take it to the next level with Minecraft Education for high-tech creativity! 

THE DETAILS 

• WHAT: A 2-Day “Taster” STEM Camp 
• WHEN: Monday, Dec 29th & Tuesday, Dec 30th 
• SESSIONS: 3-Hour AM (9am-12pm) or PM (1pm-4pm) Camps 
• WHO: Two dedicated groups running at the same time: 
  • Junior Physicists (Ages 6-8) 
  • Senior Engineers (Ages 9-12) 

For Junior Physicists (Ages 6-8): Project “Forces of Fun”  

• Friction Racers – Design and race custom vehicles to explore how friction affects speed and control. Experiment with different surfaces and tire materials to understand engineering trade-offs.
• 3D Snowflakes & Minecraft Village – Learn symmetry by creating unique 3D-printed snowflakes in Tinkercad, then collaborate in Minecraft to build a winter-themed village.

For Senior Engineers (Ages 9-13): Project “Full Throttle Physics” 

• Hover Heroes – Build hovercrafts using everyday materials to explore frictionless motion, Newton’s Laws, and engineering principles through a fun racing challenge.
• Digital Design & Fabrication – Create a custom 3D snowflake in Tinkercad, then collaborate in Minecraft to build a hockey rink with Redstone-powered scoreboards.