Round Rock ISD

Are you looking for a summer experience that blends wild creativity with meaningful environmental stewardship? This summer, we are inviting young explorers to dive into a world where imagination meets sustainability. At our Eco-Explorer Upcycled Arts Camp, your child won't just be making "crafts"—they’ll be becoming engineers of the future, learning to see the hidden potential in everyday objects. Why Choose Upcycled Art? In a world of "single-use" mindsets, we want to teach children that nothing is truly "junk." By transforming common household recyclables into vibrant ecosystems, we empower students to solve problems creatively. Our curriculum is designed to spark biophilia—a love for the living world—while developing fine motorskills,spatial reasoning, and a deep sense of environmental responsibility. Our Daily Adventures Each day at camp is built around a beloved nature-themed picture book and a hands-on "Rescue Mission" for materials that would otherwise head to the landfill. Monday: The Deep Blue Sea (Plastic Bottles) Inspired by the colorful world of The Pout-Pout Fish, we’ll tackle the problem of ocean plastic. Kids will transform old soda and water bottles into Self-Watering Jellyfish Planters. It’s a lesson in biology and engineering as they build a functional "wicking"system to keep a real plant alive. Tuesday: Pollinator Pals(Cardboard Rolls) After reading The Honeybee, we’ll look at the tiny heroes of our gardens. Using toilet paper and paper towel rolls,students will construct Eco-Binoculars for birdwatching and Biodegradable Seed Starters. Your child will come home with a native wildflower ready to be planted—roll and all—directly into your garden! Wednesday: Garden Guardians(Aluminum Cans) Metal is"infinitely recyclable," and today we prove it. Using the beautifully illustrated The Tin Forest as our guide,students will turn cold aluminum cans into musical Wind Chimes and "Can-imals." It’s a day of texture,sound, and learning how humans can transform industrial materials back into natural beauty. Thursday: The Great Rainforest (Egg Cartons) We wrap up the week exploring biodiversity with The Tree Lady. The humble egg carton becomes a vibrant 3D Coral Reef or a Monarch Caterpillar. We’ll discuss how every "compartment" of an ecosystem—like the cups of a carton—is essential for the planet to thrive. The "Eco-Hero" Experience This isn't just a "sit and glue" camp. Each session includes: Literacy Connections: Daily storytime to build empathy for animals and the planet. Nature Walks: Short excursions to test out our handmade binoculars and observe local wildlife. STEM Integration: Learning why certain materials decompose and why others (like plastic) need our help to be reused. Students who are participating in a half day morning camp also must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle.