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Writing Summer Camps & Programs for Kids in the Bay Area

Writers at Camp Brainy Bunch will participate in challenging activities that work to build a foundation for effective written communication. At Camp Brainy Bunch, we believe that writing is a process and that the best way to become a better writer is to simply write. 

 

Note: Rising 4th-6th graders can also do the Emerging Writers program through Education Unlimited! Enrollment for EU is Now Open! 

The Learning!

Juniors
Rising 1st - 2nd Graders
Interns
Rising 3rd - 4th Graders
Seniors
Rising 5th - 6th Graders
Our Junior writers will learn the basic elements of nonfiction writing by researching and building their own book about a possible future career. They will learn and practice many expository writing skills, including how to conduct research, explain their facts in an interesting way, and learn how great authors write from the heart. Students will bring home their research book at the conclusion of camp.

Our Intern & Senior writers will flex their expository writing muscles by deeply exploring the field of journalism. Students will learn about magazine and newspaper composition, explore ethics, and learn how to research, write, and publish features and human interest stories. Writers will actively participate in the publishing of their own original magazine, which you will receive at the conclusion of the summer season.

*Interns and Seniors may have some overlapping activities but Interns are in a different grouping keeping in mind the level of support they may need


Differentiation
At Camp Brainy Bunch, we work with young writers to build their communication skills around audience, purpose, and voice. We will explore and consider the words of powerful authors which help to inspire our own pieces. Each camper will be supported with appropriate scafforlds designed by experienced teachers. Advanced campers will be asked to take Editor-In-Chief roles to level up our camp magazine. 

The Fun!

Daily Morning Meetings to build culture, lasting memories and friendships!

Brain Breaks! It's summer after all so let's PLAY! Brain Breaks allow us to transition between curriculum activities. Brain Breaks feature classic camp games as well as unique activities that follow the weekly theme. We also encourage our staff to be their authentic selves by hosting games/activities near and dear to them.

Fun Friday Celebrations! Every Friday we acknowledge the success of our campers and host a much deserved water day to cool off from the summer heat!
Highlights of All Our Camps
Outstanding instructors and low student ratios make certain that your child develops a strong bond with all staff from the first minute they arrive.

Daily camp culture rituals create a strong, silly, and supportive camp community.

Extended care activities follow a theme that continues the fun and exploration beyond the regular camp day.

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Regular Program (9:00am - 3:00pm daily): $595 per week
AM Care (8:00am - 9:00am): $50
PM Care (3:00 pm - 6:00 pm): $150
AM & PM Care (8am to 6pm): $175

*For multi-week and sibling discounts, visit our Special Offers Page.

Program Location Start Date End Date Register
Wonderful Writers Fremont Jul 22, 2024 Jul 26, 2024 Add to Cart
Wonderful Writers Walnut Creek Jul 22, 2024 Jul 26, 2024 Add to Cart
Wonderful Writers Orinda Jul 22, 2024 Jul 26, 2024 Add to Cart
Wonderful Writers Millbrae Jul 22, 2024 Jul 26, 2024 Add to Cart
Wonderful Writers Sunnyvale Jul 29, 2024 Aug 2, 2024 Add to Cart
Wonderful Writers San Jose Jul 29, 2024 Aug 2, 2024 Add to Cart
Wonderful Writers Los Altos / Palo Alto Jul 29, 2024 Aug 2, 2024 Add to Cart

Sample Daily Schedule


At Camp Brainy Bunch, we include breaks, games, surprises, and play time throughout the day.
8:00 am AM Extended Care Begins
8:45 am Check-in Begins for All Campers
9:00 am Camp Community Building Activity
9:30 am Hands-on Curricular Activities
11:45 am Lunch
12:30 pm Camp Community Building Activity
12:40 pm Hands-on Curricular Activities
3:00 pm Check-out for Campers
3:00 pm PM Extended Care Begins
5:30 pm PM Extended Care Ends