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Summer Brain Gain

Developmentally appropriate, project-based learning experiences are designed to keep young people engaged throughout the summer. Club or Youth Center youth can stay on track while having fun with their peers, exploring new topics and ideas, and learning important skills along the way. For a quick overview of all the Summer Brain Gain modules, check out the Summer Brain Gain Implementation Guide.

Summer Brain Gain Implementation Guide

  • Education
  • Age level
    Grades K-2Grades 3-5Grades 6-8Grades 9-12
    Ages 6-9Ages 10-12Ages 13-15Ages 16-18

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Summer Brain Gain READ, "The Parker Inheritance"

Summer Brain Gain READ: "The Parker Inheritance," Ages 10-12

In this module, as youth read “The Parker Inheritance” by Varian Johnson they’ll engage with puzzles alongside the book’s characters.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 3-5
    Ages 10-12
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain READ, "Almost Super"

Summer Brain Gain READ: "Almost Super," Ages 10-12

In this Upper Elementary module, youth read the book “Almost Super.” They will engage with the text through discussion and reflection.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 3-5
    Ages 10-12
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain READ, "When You Grow Up to Vote"

Summer Brain Gain READ: "When You Grow Up to Vote," Ages 10-12

In this module, youth will focus on a different aspect of citizenship and the United States government, guided by the content in one or more chapters in Mrs. Roosevelt’s book. 

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 3-5
    Ages 10-12
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain STEM, Food Scientist 10-12

Summer Brain Gain STEM: Food Scientist, Ages 10-12

In this module, youth will be introduced to molecular food science and learn about chemical and physical reactions related to food. They will also work to create an edible erupting volcano.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 3-5
    Ages 10-12
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain STEM, Inventions 10-12

Summer Brain Gain STEM: Inventions, Ages 10-12

In this module, youth will learn about and work through the design process while creating a new game for the Club. 

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 3-5
    Ages 10-12
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain STEM, Investigating Flight

Summer Brain Gain STEM: Investigating Flight, Ages 10-12

In this module, youth will take a “whirl” at being an aerospace engineer as they learn the science and engineering of aviation!

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 3-5
    Ages 10-12
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain, Group Agreements 13-18

Summer Brain Gain: Group Agreements, Ages 13-18

In this module, youth will get to know each other and develop their Group Agreements for the summer.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 6-8
    Grades 9-12
    Ages 13-15
    Ages 16-18
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain, Around the World 13-18

Summer Brain Gain: Around the World, Ages 13-18

Youth will take a trip about the world and learn about different cultural traditions in Brazil, Ghana and China.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 6-8
    Grades 9-12
    Ages 13-15
    Ages 16-18
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain, Animation 13-18

Summer Brain Gain: Animation, Ages 13-18

Youth will learn about animation and brainstorm, plan and create their own CGI animation using the online tool Animaker.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 6-8
    Grades 9-12
    Ages 13-15
    Ages 16-18
  • Group size
    10-15
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Summer Brain Gain, Entrepreneurship 13-18

Summer Brain Gain: Entrepreneurship, Ages 13-18

In this Middle School/High School module, youth will walk through the design thinking process as they come up with original ideas for entrepreneurial ventures.

  • Program type
    Targeted program
  • Age level
    Grades 6-8
    Grades 9-12
    Ages 13-15
    Ages 16-18
  • Group size
    10-15