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Camp Kinda Overnight
Sleepaway camp in winter?! Okay, not quite. But in this adventure, we’ll stay up late to explore nocturnal creatures, constellations, darkness and light, the science of sleep, and more. Grab a nap while you can—we’re about to be up all night!
what you’ll need
A flashlight
Bag with assorted small objects (markers, pens, small toys, kitchen items, etc—any small household items will work)
A dark room (or a dark area outdoors, away from street lights)
A paper plate
Thread or yarn
A hole punch
Tape
Thin cardboard
Something to poke holes in the paper—like a thumbtack or push pin
A plastic bottle
Construction paper or craft foam
Paint
Play Doh
Tin foil
Blankets, sheets, pillows for fort-making
Marshmallows (optional)
Hershey’s chocolate (optional)
Graham crackers (optional)
A microwave (optional)
weekly family activity
Gather the family around the “campfire,” whip up some microwavable s’mores (check out day 5 for more details), and share your favorite ghost stories—or any stories, really. Consider adding a friendly talent show competition for extra fun.
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