June 1st - July 3rd | Ages 2.5- 12
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Summer Camp 2026
We invite your child to join us for our 6th summer of joyful, hands-on learning at Mini’s new Campus
All camp themes and activities are prepared by an AMI Montessori
guide, so that your child’s imagination, intellect, and independence are stimulated. Your
child will enjoy learning in our small ratio Montessori environment where they will
receive lots of personalized attention and guidance (A maximum of 12 children per
session). Ms. Hope (primary) and Ms. Derien (elementary) will guide the sessions with
an assistant of their own. Sessions run half day (9 AM-12 PM) for $350/ week and can
be bundled together for a 10 % discount when you enroll 2+ children from your
household OR enroll a single child in 2+ sessions. Primary children must be able to
toilet independently. A healthy morning snack, often prepared by the children, is
included in the camp fees
What to Expect
Primary Camps Ages 2.5-6.5
âť‹ Week 1, June 1-5
It’s a Small World
Have you ever wondered what Australian children eat for breakfast or been curious
about the games played by school children in different parts of Africa? In this session,
your child will see how children live around the globe and strengthen their geographic
knowledge through regional arts crafts, foods, songs, stories, and beloved games.
Give your child a different perspective and a passport around the world!
âť‹ Week 2, June 8-12
A Few of My Favorite Things
Come on a culinary quest with Ms. Hope as she bakes and makes some of her favorite
recipes with the children! This session will give your child experience with
listening/reading comprehension, following instructions, using measurement
tools/cooking math, practice in kitchen safety, and opportunities to create and sample
yummy treats! *Please let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions or allergies
upon registration.
âť‹ Week 3, June 15-19
Mini Woodland Creatures
Your child will venture deep into the forest floor to study the lives of hedgehogs, foxes,
owls, snails, mushrooms, and more! They will learn about unique forest ecosystems,
animal classification, diet, life cycle, predators, and how different animals care for their
young through literature, hands-on exploration, and arts & crafts. It will be a wild week
for your little zoologists and botanists!
âť‹ Week 4, June 22-26
Roses and Red and Violets are Blue
Early literacy is the key to building confident readers and book worms for life! Join
our in-house poet, Ms. Hope, for a literacy-rich week of storytelling, poetry, tongue
twisters, puppetry & skits, writing activities, bookmaking, and language-building
games!
This week your child will venture into the world of vehicles- those with 2 wheels, 4
wheels, 16 wheels, wings, sails, and rails. Children will work with new vocabulary,
discover the brief history of these useful inventions, explore how simple machines work,
and get their bodies moving with lots of invitations for open-ended vehicle play. Perfect
for your little motorhead!
âť‹Week 5, June 29-July 3
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Elementary 6.5-12
âť‹ Week 1, June 1-5
Abracadabra!
This week your child will dip their toes into the art and science of being a
magician! They will be invited to create their magician alter ego & costuming, build a
repertoire of basic magic tricks, boost their conversation skills & skills of distraction, and
perform their act at the end of the week. No white rabbits will be harmed during the
course of this magical week!
âť‹ Week 2, June 8-12
Spy School
Your spy kid will strengthen their critical thinking skills, observation, and physical
coordination through engaging activities such as code making, creating their own
language, whipping up invisible ink, and navigating obstacle courses. They’ll hear about
the histories of real-life spies and code crackers, learn how to use spy gadgets, and
develop a unique disguise. Please burn this message after reading.
âť‹Week 3, June 15-19
Mini Mythical Creatures
What do the Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, and unicorns have in common?
Elementary children are fascinated by them and want to dig deep into the lore! This
week, the environment will be prepared to unravel the tales of these cryptid creatures
and let your child explore these topics through research and writing, model making,
costume design, and puppetry.
âť‹ Week 4, June 22-26
Once Upon a Time
Fairy tales and fables are an important aspect of literature, pique the imaginations of
elementary-age children, and are often embedded with valuable lessons. This week
these tales will be told and explored through art, puppetry, and acting. Script writing,
prop making, costume design, and music will come together as the children recreate
their favorite tale for a performance at the end of the week.
Ms. Derien spent years working in the planetarium at the Houston Museum of Natural
Science and will bring the universe to the children this week! They will explore the solar
system, moon phases, constellations, the lives of astronauts, and basic space science.
Hands-on activities include experiments and model making. Give your child a trip to the
moon and back with this out of this world summer camp!
âť‹Week 5, June 29-July 3
In a Galaxy Far Far Away…
General information:
Camp sessions begin and end promptly at the times stated. Please be on time in picking
up your child to avoid a late fee. You may find street parking and walk your child to the
black iron gate on Ruth Street. The teachers will receive and dismiss children there. We
ask that you apply sunscreen and bug spray to your child before camp as children will
spend time outside during each session. Daily healthy snack and distilled water will be
provided, but your child is welcome to bring a water bottle as well. To reserve your
child’s spot in Mini Montessori camps please return this form and pay using:
Brightwheel (families enrolled at Mini Montessori during the academic year) OR
Venmo or Zelle-handle: Mini Montessori of Houston/713.819.8872 (families whose
children attend other schools during the academic year)
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. You will need to fill out an enrollment form. Please contact minimontessoriteam@gmail.com to begin the registration process.
