Full STEAM Ahead: Summer Fun + Learning at Atlanta Children’s Day Shelter
☀️ Big Ideas. Little Learners. Endless Discovery. ☀️
Summer is officially in full swing at the Atlanta Children’s Day Shelter, and we’re going Full STEAM Ahead! From vanilla ice cream experiments to bubbling science reactions, every day is bursting with joy, curiosity, and hands-on learning. Our kiddos aren’t just having fun they’re building confidence, coordination, and creativity through a summer packed with STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
Here’s a peek at what we’ve been up to:
🍨 Sweet Science with The Cereal Lab
Vanilla ice cream? Check. Oreos? Check. Captain Crunch mixed with Fruity Pebbles, cookie crumbs, caramel, and sprinkles?! Oh my!
Our little learners got a sweet surprise from The Cereal Lab and created their very own ice cream masterpieces. With textures ranging from crunchy to gooey, they explored the science of mixing and the art of creativity—all while building delicious desserts. Because learning through play is always better with sprinkles on top!
🎨 Art Meets Imagination
Who needs paintbrushes when you have cups, bottles, and milk cartons?
Our Toddler 2 class explored shapes, colors, and textures using everyday items as creative tools. From orange to green, black to pink, their imaginations ran wild as they stamped and painted their way through a sensory-rich STEAM activity that encouraged fine motor skills and expressive play.
🧪 Explosive Learning with The Science Whiz
Smoke?! Slime?! Bubbles?! Volcanoes?! Yes, please!
Thanks to a visit from The Science Whiz, our classrooms transformed into bubbling labs of discovery. Our budding scientists used salt, baking powder, flour (aka moon dust!), and warm water to create fizzy reactions and gooey concoctions. These activities didn’t just entertain—they taught critical thinking, sequencing, and cause-and-effect in a way that’s impossible to forget.
🤸 Balancing Fun + Learning
Even playtime is intentional at ACDS.
Using a homemade balance beam, our Toddler 2 friends practiced coordination and built physical confidence—all while sharing laughs and cheering each other on. STEAM learning supports every stage of development, from gross motor skills to self-esteem.
🚐 Adventure Beyond the Classroom
From the Atlanta Children’s Museum to Historic Fourth Ward Park, our summer explorers are gearing up for unforgettable field trips that turn learning into adventure. Whether they’re diving into hands-on exhibits or splashing through the park’s fountains, these outings are designed to spark curiosity, build social skills, and make lasting memories—all while bringing classroom lessons to life.
💛 You Can Help Make the Magic Happen
Your support brings these joyful moments to life. Whether it’s a donation, a box of crayons, or a bottle of glue, every contribution helps us provide the hands-on experiences our children need to build brighter futures.