Measure, Make & Build: Veterans Day STEM Camp

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

How long? How heavy? How strong? Spend your day off school exploring the science of measurement through creative challenges, hands-on projects, and collaborative problem solving!

🗓️ Camp Options

• Morning Session: 9am–12pm • Recommended for ages 5–11 • $34

• All-Day Session: 9am–5pm • Recommended for ages 7–11 • $58

• Location: The Craft Lab at Because Science, 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC

📏 Morning: Measure & Explore

We’ll start with playful games and drawing to get to know each other, then investigate how and why we measure things.

Campers will:

• Make their own calipers, a tool for measuring an object’s dimensions.

• Go on a measurement scavenger hunt using rulers, measuring tapes, and calipers.

• Take on a paper-chain challenge: How long a chain can you build from just one sheet of construction paper?

• Practice describing observations, comparing results, and working together.

🌉 Afternoon: Balance & Build

All-day campers will continue with engineering challenges designed for older kids:

• Build a balance scale and explore how to compare weights.

• Design and construct a bridge that can support different loads.

• Test their creations, observe what happens, and use what they learn to improve their designs.

🎒 Drop-Off, Lunch & Pickup

• Drop-off begins at 8:50am.

• Lunch is 12pm–1pm. Please bring your own lunch; filtered water will be available.

• Morning campers may stay no later than 1pm.

• Lunchtime is downtime. We'll supply legos and other simple projects to engage kids

• All-day pickup is at 5pm.

• At drop-off, we’ll collect emergency contact and allergy information for campers new to Because Science.

👩🔬 Meet Your Instructor: Lara Azar

Lara has been part of the Craft Lab at Because Science since July 2024, bringing over two years of experience helping our community explore science through hands-on activities. She believes science should feel accessible and inviting, and enjoys using questions, games, and creative projects to help learners build confidence and think critically.

Her STEM education background includes working as a science educator at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry, where she engaged visitors in activities covering science, technology, engineering, and medicine. Lara also holds a master’s degree in Communication and Media Studies from the London School of Economics and has worked in media literacy education and research, including at IREX. Her approach connects scientific curiosity with the skills to ask thoughtful questions, evaluate information, and explore ideas independently.

🎟️ Cancellation Policy & Terms

• The cancellation deadline is November 8, 2026.

• Registrations cancelled after November 8 are nonrefundable but transfers to other children or families are welcome, just let us know. 

• Please get in touch if a situation arises, as we may be able to make alternative arrangements.

• Please note that the age ranges provided are an estimate so that you can select the camp that is appropriate for your child's abilities. We don't recommend the afternoon session for kids under 6 because they struggle to stay focused the entire day and can become upset. We can only accept children that can use the restroom independently. If a child is disruptive, unable to regulate themselves, or experiencing duress, we will call you to request a pickup or to have an adult present to assist. Please let us know how we can make your child comfortable so they can enjoy the camp!

• Questions? The fastest way is texting us at 571-549-8028 or emailing us at theCraftLab@BecauseScienceDC.com

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Getting Here & What to Expect:
All events take place inside the Craft Lab at Because Science, our retail shop located at 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (across from the Line Hotel in Adams Morgan).

 Look for the squiggly rainbow mural! Enter Because Science and walk to the back of the store (between the biology and anatomy sections) to find the entrance to the Craft Lab
 Metro: We're a 10-minute walk from the Woodley Park (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) Metro stations.
 Bus: The D72, D74, C51, and C53 buses stop nearby.
 Parking: Street parking is mostly limited to 30 minutes—walking, biking, or ride share is recommended. There is a parking garage located at 2421 18th St NW, about a block away.