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Global Kids Summer Camps in Reno

Summer Camps Teach Children About the World and Different Cultures

By Standley White, About.com

Global Kids Summer Camps, Reno, Nevada.

A closing ceremony performed by Ben and John Rupert, a father-son pair who are Paiute and Washoe, enrolled with the Duck Valley Paiute Tribe.

Photo courtesy Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC)
May 20 2009
Global Kids Summer Camps help children learn about different cultures and places. The camps are sponsored by the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) at the University of Nevada, Reno. There are two five day sessions in July, held on campus at the University of Nevada, Reno - Five Continents in Five Days and Exploring Nevada's Native Americans.

What are Global Kids Camps

Global Kids Summer Camps provide children with an opportunity to learn about the world and different cultures through a variety of fun activities that teach about people, languages, arts, history, food, sports, music, and lots more. The goals are to "teach and excite children about their world around them, attempt to break down stereotypes to better show the realities of different communities, and to help them better understand their role as global citizens."

Two Different Global Kids Camps

Exploring Nevada’s Native Americans Summer Camp - This camp explores the history and present-day culture of the Paiute, Shoshone, and Washoe people, Native Americans who live right here in Nevada. Kids will learn about rock art, food, stories, music, and take field trips to Pyramid Lake and Meeks Bay at Lake Tahoe. This camp is from July 6 through July 10, 2009.

Five Continents in Five Days Summer Camp - Kids will enjoy globetrotting excursions without leaving Reno. The five continent exploration will include learning about foods, languages, music, sports, and dance. Children will participate in hands-on activities, be treated to visits from special guests, and go on field trips. This camp is from July 13 through July 17, 2009.

Details About Global Kids Camps

Both Global Kids Camps meet at the University of Nevada, Reno, William Raggio Building, Room 1003. Sessions are from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The camps are for children in grades 1 through 6. Children should come to camp each day with a snack, lunch, and bottled water. The cost per camp is $180 for the first child, with a 10% discount for siblings. Some scholarships are available for those needing financial assistance. For more information, contact Natasha Majewski at (775) 784-7515 x225.

Source: Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) at the University of Nevada, Reno.

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