Round Rock ISD

Join a veteran RRISD elementary school librarian for an exciting deep dive into the 2025-2026 Texas Bluebonnet Book Award nominees! This beloved statewide reading program is a staple in all RRISD elementary schools, and this camp will give you a head start on next year’s list. By the end of the camp, all students will have completed the five-book minimum required to vote for their favorite title during the school year. Camp Highlights: Engaging Book Discussions – Share thoughts, make connections, and explore different perspectives on the Bluebonnet nominees. Creative Writing & Research – Strengthen literacy skills with fun writing prompts and book-related research activities. Hands-on Crafts & Projects – Bring stories to life through themed crafts and interactive projects. Readers' Theater – Act out scenes from the books to develop confidence and deepen understanding. Bluebonnet Reading Challenge – Track progress, set reading goals, and celebrate achievements! Whether you’re a passionate reader or just discovering the joy of books, this camp will spark your imagination and prepare you for an amazing reading year ahead! Needed Supplies: Bring your District Chromebook For questions about this specific class, please contact melanieintexas@gmail.com

This camp is designed specifically for incoming kindergarteners, helping them develop the essential skills they'll need for a successful first year of school. Through fun, hands-on learning, each week students explore the works of a different beloved children's author, with activities that build key developmental skills. Camp Highlights: - Weekly Themes: Every week, campers will dive into a different children's author, with activities focused on developing early childhood skills: - Literacy Skills: Improve reading and listening comprehension through stories and activities that focus on letter recognition, phonics, and early reading skills. - Math Concepts: Fun, hands-on math activities that introduce basic numeracy, counting, and simple problem-solving. - Music and Movement: Interactive music and movement activities that help develop rhythm, coordination, and body awareness. - Fine Motor Skills: Creative activities like drawing, cutting, and crafting to strengthen hand-eye coordination and prepare for writing. - Social-Emotional Learning: Activities that foster sharing, cooperation, and emotional regulation to help children thrive in a school setting. - Experienced Teachers: Led by an experienced RRISD teacher, this camp ensures that children receive quality instruction from educators who understand the developmental needs of incoming kindergarteners. Why Choose This Camp? Highly popular and filling up quickly, this camp offers a thoughtfully designed curriculum that combines literacy, math, art, and social skills. It provides an excellent foundation for children to begin kindergarten with confidence and a love of learning. Student must be 5 yrs old by Sept. 1, 2025