Ambition Park Sumer Camp Curriculum

Oops to Awesome Invention Lab is a plug-and-play summer camp curriculum designed for organizations serving children in 1st-6th grades. This five-day experience blends creative thinking, hands-on building, and storytelling to help kids see mistakes as the beginning of great ideas and inventions!

Campers create wild, imaginary inventions created from "mistakes," build real-life mini prototypes, and wrap up with a showcase event in the MakinMistakes Town Invention Fair.

Who's the curriculum for?

Summer Camps held at:

• Rec Centers
• Libraries
• Community centers
• Summer youth programs
• And More!

Why it works

• Materials Provided Includes daily plans, supply lists, printables, and video.
• No Tech Required: Most activities are offline and hands-on
• Fun & Purpose: Kids build resilience, creativity, and confidence through playful failure
• Flexible Format: Use for 1-hour stations, half-days, or full-day programs

What's Included in the Program:

Weekly Lesson Plan Guide

Daily structure with easy-to-follow instructions, activity pacing, and helpful tips for facilitators.

Kick-Off & Mindfulness Videos

Engaging videos to introduce the week’s theme, guide short mindfulness breaks, and boost camper confidence with affirmations.

Printable Worksheets

Includes creative worksheets, goal-setting maps, reflection pages, and hands-on crafts — all printable or usable digitally.

Themed Activities

Imaginative games, role-play ideas, and hands-on projects designed to bring the weekly topic to life.

Leader Prep Checklist

Quick overview and setup list to help you plan the week in minutes.

End-of-Week Camper Certificate

Celebrate each camper with a themed award recognizing their growth and participation.

Organized Google Drive Access

Instant access to a well-organized folder with all files separated by week and resource type — easy to copy, print, and share with your team.