Summer camps are a great way to keep kids active and learning while school is out of session, but they can be expensive. Fortunately, Des Moines has some organizations with missions to assist families and give kids an unforgettable and…
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Summer Camp 2024: Special Needs Summer Camps for Des Moines Kids
Summer camp is an enriching experience that every child deserves to enjoy! We’ve compiled a list of summer camps in and around Des Moines where children of all abilities can participate in a wide range of activities. These camps offer…
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Summer Camp 2024: Summer STEM Camps for Des Moines Kids
Des Moines kids who are itching for the school year to end so they can devote more time to their extracurricular educational passions are in luck. Local businesses and organizations offer STEM related summer camps, most of which offer hands-on building,…
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Summer Camp 2024: Summer Art Camps for Des Moines Kids
Choosing a summer camp is no easy task, especially with the many options for day camps. While some central Iowa summer camps include an art project as part of the day, several specialize in sparking creativity. Below, we’ve rounded up 14 summer art…
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Summer Camp 2024: Summer Day Camps for Des Moines Kids
It’s never too early to think about summer. There are family vacations to organize, and then there’s the issue of what to do with the rest of the time. Summer camp is an excellent option for many families, and day camps can…
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Summer Camp 2024: Sleepaway Summer Camps for Des Moines Kids
Even though we are experiencing cool temps outside, many summer camps are making plans to open for the summer. Sleepaway camp really hearkens back to a simpler time, doesn’t it? Besides being a place where kids go screen free in favor of…
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Spring Break Camps & Classes for Des Moines Kids
School holidays seem to pile up this time of the year. You’ve just gotten back into your routine and its already time to plan for spring break, which runs from March 11-15, 2024 for most public school kids in the…
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Winter Holiday Break Survival Guide for Des Moines Families
Winter break is just around the corner, and while the season might bring chilly temperatures, Des Moines offers a plethora of exciting camps and activities to keep your kids engaged and entertained. Don’t let the winter blues set in—explore the…
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Toddler and Preschool Classes in Des Moines
Classes for preschoolers and toddlers offer an exciting progression from parent-tot sessions. If you’re a parent in Des Moines and your little one is eager to explore their interests, even if it’s just for a short 30-45 minutes each week,…
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Winter Break Day Camps & Classes for Kids in Des Moines
Need to keep your children entertained during the upcoming holiday break? Check out these great winter break day camps and classes for kids. Holiday break is approaching fast, which typically means no school for the kids. If you’re needing a…
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Tips for Choosing a Summer Camp Your Kids Will Love
Whether you’re looking for enrichment for your child, a way to keep your kids occupied and supervised while you work or need a short reprieve from parenting, there’s sure to be a summer camp that’s the right fit for your…
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Setting a Summer Schedule for Kids
By Natalie Maughan This summer will no doubt be different than summers past, due to the fact that many parents are not enrolling their kids in summer camps. Many summer camps aren’t even offered at least for the first half…
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Activities to Keep the Kids Busy at Home During the Coronavirus School Break
My family is supposed to be on our way to a warm tropical getaway and taking a break this week. But, like many of you, our plans have changed quickly over the last few days. Now that school has been…
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Summer Camp 2020: Outdoor and Nature Camps for Des Moines Kids
Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming,…
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