Join DesignTinkers for this immersive two-day holiday camp where students will take on the role of thoughtful designers as they conceptualize, plan, and build a sanctuary tailored to the needs of animals. This experience offers more than just creative exploration. It invites students to consider how design can actively support animal welfare, environmental education, and the possibility of coexistence between wildlife and urban life. Sign up now! Ā
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What Students Will Do
Day 1: Brainstorming, Design, and Begin Prototyping
Students will begin by selecting an animal from our core list: Penguins, Monkeys, Elephants, or Otters. Each species presents unique behavioural traits and environmental needs, offering a rich context for learning.
With guidance, students will conduct targeted brainstorming sessions regarding their chosen animalās natural habitat, diet, social structures, and daily activities. They will then translate this knowledge into a preliminary sanctuary design, sketching a layout that considers spatial requirements, environmental features, climate needs, and opportunities for enrichment.
Once their sketches are complete, students will begin prototyping on the same day, using a range of materials to start bringing their concepts to life in three-dimensional form.
Day 2: Build, Refine, and Present
On the second day, students will continue constructing and refining their sanctuary prototypes. As their ideas evolve, they will be encouraged to reflect on their design decisions and make thoughtful adjustments. The camp will conclude with a presentation session, where each student will share their final design and explain how it meets the specific needs of their chosen animal while contributing to a broader understanding of conservation and coexistence.
For Students Designing Beyond the Core List
Students interested in designing a sanctuary for an animal outside the core list are welcome to do so. However, they are advised to arrive at the camp with a well-researched and detailed understanding of that speciesā specific needs and natural behaviours. The ability to apply this understanding meaningfully in their design will be essential to their success in the programme.
DesignTinkers camps are thoughtfully curated and led by a passionate team of educators, architects and designers with a shared mission: to inspire and empower young minds through design. With extensive experience working with children, our instructors are dedicated to nurturing each studentās creative interests in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment. All our camps are held in our spacious and conducive classrooms where students can create and explore freely under guidance.
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