Sixes/Sevens Choice Class Season Overview
Choice Classes meet Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for an hour.
| Session 1: June 23rd- July 3rd | ||
| Block A: Friendship Bracelets Soccer Beginners Scavenger Hunt Madness | Block B: Bleecker St. Trattoria Let's Build a City On Your Mark, Get Set, GO! | Block C: Will It Popsicle? Puppet Palooza |
| Session 2: July 7th- July 18th | ||
| Block A: Scavenger Hunt Puppet Playhouse Paint Palooza It Lays Eggs Basketball Beginners | Block B: Hooray, Ballet! Imposter Bleecker St. Trattoria Tiny Worlds Karate | Block C: Baking Adventures The Art of Nature Creepy Cryptozoology Bracelet Fair Gaga for GaGa |
| Session 3: July 21st- August 1st | ||
| Block A: Roller Coaster Tycoon Who Done It? Bracelet Fair Bubble Business | Block B: Culinary Arts Comic Book Creators Gaga for GaGa Puppet Theater | Block C: Spy School Basketball Karaoke Party Just Bead It! |
Session 1
Block A: 9:30-10:30
Friendship Bracelets (Alex Checkman) – Friendship bracelets are so key at summer camp! This class is devoted to making a variety of bracelets using different materials. We are bringing back gimp from the 90’s, learning how to make a simple cardboard bracelet “machine” to make beautiful weaving bracelets, and also learning the original knotted chevron friendship bracelets.
Soccer Beginners (Anna Goldstein) – In this class, campers will practice various engaging drills and games designed to improve soccer skills – from dribbling and passing to shooting and defending. Along with the physical activity, we will emphasize teamwork and being a good sport. Let’s GOOOO!
Scavenger Hunt Madness (Clara Perrine) – Ready, set, search! We’ll start by decorating our very own treasure cups to hold all the goodies we find. Then it’s time for adventure! Each day, special objects will be hidden around camp, and together we’ll go on exciting treasure hunts to find them. With curious eyes and teamwork, there’s no telling what surprises we’ll discover!
Session 1
Block B: 10:30-11:30
Bleeker St. Trattoria (Catalina) – Benvenuti to Bleeker St. Trattoria, the newest restaurant on the block! In this imaginative and tasty class, campers will work together to create their very own Italian restaurant! From designing menus and making colorful food-themed crafts to learning fun Italian words for their favorite dishes and ingredients, kids will dive into the delicious world of Italian culture. We’ll play games, sing songs, decorate our “trattoria,” and even role-play as chefs, servers, and happy customers. By the end of the session, our little restaurant will be open for the camp community!
Let’s Build a City (TBD) – Do you like to build? Have you ever wanted to design your very own skyscraper? Bakery? Fire Station? School? In this choice class campers will become both architects and builders as they design and then construct their very own building. Using cardboard and other recycled materials as our medium, the possibilities are endless. Let’s work together to build our very own cardboard city!
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! (Anna Goldstein) – This class is all about relay races! Ranging from classic relays to wacky original ones, campers will have a great time collaborating and competing with each other, as they run, hop, pass, toss, balance, and more!
Session 1
Block C: 2:30-3:30
Will it Popsicle? (Isaiah Sullivan) – Do you enjoy a cool refreshing treat? If so join us for will it popsicle. Not only will campers get the opportunity to make a nice cool summer treat, but they will also experiment with different fruits and juices. Campers will have the opportunity to create their own unique limited edition popsicles to enjoy. If you love popsicles, then join us!
Puppet Palooza (Andy Hunter) – Welcome to Puppet Palooza, a hands-on, creative class where puppetry takes center stage! From shadow puppets to sock puppets and everything in between, you’ll explore a variety of puppet-making techniques and bring your creations to life through performance. Learn how to craft unique puppets and build your skills to put on a wildly fun, mismatched puppet show at the end of the session. Get ready for a week of laughter, creativity, and puppet magic, where anything is possible and no puppet is too wacky!
Session 2
Block A: 9:30-10:30
Scavenger Hunt (Adam Senack) – In this action-packed class, campers will race around camp solving clues, cracking codes, and chasing down hidden treasures—all based on unique themes. One day you might be on an ice cream mission, tracking down sprinkles, scoops, and syrup to unlock a sweet surprise, and on another you may wonder “who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?” (hint: it wasn’t me!). Each hunt is a new challenge that brings out campers’ creativity, teamwork, and detective skills. It’s fast, it’s fun, and there’s always a surprise waiting at the end. Let the fun begin!
Puppet Playhouse (Tess Niell) – Step into a world of imagination in our Puppet Playhouse! In this class, we will design and create our own puppets, then bring them to life through storytelling and performance! We will get creative with our materials from socks and felt, to paper bags, pipe cleaners, and popsicle sticks. Each class will include puppet making, character development, and mini puppet shows. We will build our creativity, collaboration, and confidence to create unique puppets and scenes. Let your imagination run wild!
Paint Palooza (Clara Perrine) – We will be finger painting and using our hands to create a group painting. We will be experimenting with mixing different colors and using shapes made out of sponges.
It Lays Eggs (Sara Janoff) – This choice class will explore the wide world of animals that lay eggs. From birds to reptiles to bugs to fish, campers will get to play games, conduct science experiments & do art projects to explore the vast variety of animals in our world that lay eggs! Our final project for our class will be to create a diorama of your favorite egg-laying animal in their natural habitat. At the end of the session, we will open up a science museum for LREI showing all of the different animals we explored!
Basketball Beginners (Anna Goldstein) – This class is designed to help campers practice the fundamentals of the game and have fun. Campers with or without basketball experience are encouraged to join, as we’ll do drills made for skill development and practice playing games
Session 2
Block B: 10:30-11:30
Hooray, Ballet! (Tess) – Twirl, leap, and dance with joy in this playful introduction to ballet! Young dancers will learn basic ballet movements through games, imaginative storytelling, and music. Each class will include a warmup, simple choreography, and fun exercises to build coordination and confidence. We will tap into the joy of movement by exploring physical concepts of space, rhythm, and balance. With lots of smiles and encouragement, let’s celebrate the joy of ballet in every step!
Imposter (James Miner) – Can you be sneaky and stealth? Then you’ll love this class. We will play a variety of sneaky games, and complete various sneaky missions. Sometimes we may need to be extra quiet. Sometimes we will have to disguise our voices…and other times, we may need to move totally undetected throughout camp. Please join us, just don’t…get…caught!
Bleecker St. Trattoria (Catalina Polack) – Benvenuti to Bleeker St. Trattoria, the newest restaurant on the block! In this imaginative and tasty class, campers will work together to create their very own Italian restaurant! From designing menus and making colorful food-themed crafts to learning fun Italian words for their favorite dishes and ingredients, kids will dive into the delicious world of Italian culture. We’ll play games, sing songs, decorate our “trattoria,” and even role-play as chefs, servers, and happy customers. By the end of the session, our little restaurant will be open for the camp community!
Tiny Worlds (Clara Campos) – In this construction/art class, we will create tiny worlds using our big imaginations. Projects will include forest gnome homes, tiny apartments, tiny art museums, and more! Materials will include boxes, wood, cork, cardboard, string, wire, buttons, and many other tiny things, perfect for creating our own tiny worlds!
Karate (Vinnie Barille) – An introduction to the basic moves and ideas of Karate. Activities will focus on building strength, flexibility, coordination, and spatial awareness.Session 2
Block C: 2:30-3:30
Hooray, Ballet! (Tess Niell) – Twirl, leap, and dance with joy in this playful introduction to ballet! Young dancers will learn basic ballet movements through games, imaginative storytelling, and music. Each class will include a warmup, simple choreography, and fun exercises to build coordination and confidence. We will tap into the joy of movement by exploring physical concepts of space, rhythm, and balance. With lots of smiles and encouragement, let’s celebrate the joy of ballet in every step!
Imposter (James Miner) – Can you be sneaky and stealth? Then you’ll love this class. We will play a variety of sneaky games, and complete various sneaky missions. Sometimes we may need to be extra quiet. Sometimes we will have to disguise our voices…and other times, we may need to move totally undetected throughout camp. Please join us, just don’t…get…caught!
Bleeker St. Trattoria (Catalina Polack) – Benvenuti to Bleeker St. Trattoria, the newest restaurant on the block! In this imaginative and tasty class, campers will work together to create their very own Italian restaurant! From designing menus and making colorful food-themed crafts to learning fun Italian words for their favorite dishes and ingredients, kids will dive into the delicious world of Italian culture. We’ll play games, sing songs, decorate our “trattoria,” and even role-play as chefs, servers, and happy customers. By the end of the session, our little restaurant will be open for the camp community!
Tiny Worlds (Clara Campos) – In this construction/art class, we will create tiny worlds using our big imaginations. Projects will include forest gnome homes, tiny apartments, tiny art museums, and more! Materials will include boxes, wood, cork, cardboard, string, wire, buttons, and many other tiny things, perfect for creating our own tiny worlds!
Karate (Vinnie Barille) – An introduction to the basic moves and ideas of Karate. Activities will focus on building strength, flexibility, coordination, and spatial awareness.
Session 3
Block A: 9:30-10:30
Roller Coaster Tycoon (Sara Janoff) – Have you ever wanted to design your own theme park? In this class, campers will get to challenge their creative sign & design their very own roller coaster & amusement park rides, & build 3D versions of them! Will you make a giant loop-de-loop? The biggest drop? A zero gravity ride to the moon? Campers will get to explore a variety of art & building materials to create their dream ride. At the end of the session, we’ll get to combine our rides together into a huge theme park display!
Who Done It? (Isaiah Sullivan) – Everyone loves a mystery. Campers will practice their problem-solving skills and solve elaborate mysteries all over camp. Using clues, gadgets, and teamwork campers will solve mysteries all over Summers at LREI.
Bracelets Fair (Catalina Polack) – Join us on an exciting journey to create original friendship bracelets using a variety of crafting techniques (crochet, macrame, butterfly, etc.). Begin with simple materials like wooden, pearl, and clay beads, and then discover the magic of other mediums such as waxed threads and even paper! Campers will unleash their creativity, designing unique pieces by exploring the beauty of different materials. The final class will focus on a special “Bracelet Fair,” inviting the camp community to view their creations, and maybe take one home!
Bubble Business (Clara Perrine) – Let’s get popping! In this bubbly class, we’ll mix up our own magical bubble solution and start blowing tiny bubbles—but that’s just the beginning! We’ll experiment with all kinds of wands to see what shapes and sizes we can create. And for the grand finale… giant bubbles made with a hula hoop! Get ready for a sudsy, silly, super fun time!
Session 3
Block B: 10:30-11:30
Culinary Arts (Jackie Coraci) – The first day of class, we will personalize our aprons. Then, it’ll be time to get to work! We will alternate days of baking and then decorating. We will make treats like cupcakes and cookies, each decorated to go along with a specific theme of the day. For instance, we might make safari themed cupcakes or under-the-sea themed cookies. Campers will learn about important hygienic protocols that we must take when preparing food.
Comic Book Creators (Dana Riebe) – Campers will learn how to draft and develop their own graphic novels. Campers will practice their drawing and creative writing skills to develop their own story. The goal by the end of the session is for campers to create their own visual novels that can be shared with those around them.
Gaga for Gaga (Anna Goldstein) – Let’s play ball!! In this fun, physical ball games class, we will play Gaga, an LREI favorite, and various other games. Campers will have a safe and fun environment to build teamwork and coordination skills while having a great time!
Puppet Theater (Catalina Polack) – Do you want to live on Sesame Street or Avenue Q? Then, Little Red Puppet Players is for you! Kids can pick from puppets we have or make their own, create characters, develop dialogue, then sing and move to some of our favorite songs. In the final class, we will perform a show for our friends at camp to enjoy. Come join the world of puppetry and become a puppeteer!
Session 3
Block C: 2:30-3:30
Spy School (Tess Niell) – Do you have what it takes to become a spy? We will learn to create the perfect disguise, come up with secret agent names, write our own secret codes, break ciphers, and go on top secret missions…Sshh!
Basketball (Anthony Rodriguez) – Swish! This is a high-energy basketball class, campers will learn the basics, sharpen their skills, build teamwork, and level up their game! From dribbling drills to epic game plays, this class is all about fun, physical, and friendly competition on the court.
Karaoke Party (Anna Goldstein) – This is an excellent choice if you like to sing along to your favorite songs. In “Karaoke Party,” we will become more familiar with music, singing, and performing. Campers will devise a list of their favorite songs and perform them with a real microphone to an audience of friends. We will dress up and use props, too! Our main goal is to have fun and create a safe space where campers can feel comfortable expressing themselves through music. Some additional projects during the session will include a group effort to develop new lyrics to our favorite songs. The final class will be shared with other campers so that they can join our Karaoke party!
Just Bead It (Catalina Polack) –Let’s make beautiful beaded creations! In each class we will focus on mastering the art of bracelets, necklaces, anklets, rings, and beyond. Campers will experiment with different types of beads, string, etc. to see what they like best. From star beads to glow in the dark beads, campers can get as imaginative as they want!