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Finding a Camp for Your Child With Special Needs
Ah, summer camp. The mosquitoes, the swim races, the friendships, the bug juice, the postcards home. What child wouldn't benefit from the fun and structured freedom camps provide? Kids with special needs certainly aren't an exception. But the prospect can seem daunting to parents and kids alike - ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
A Camp for Every Child — The Perfect Fit
Answering these questions will help you determine when your child is ready for camp. What is your child's age? Children under age 7 may not adjust easily to being away from home. Consider the day camp experience to prepare them for future overnight camp. How did your child become ...
Source: American Camp Association
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A Camp for Every Child — The Perfect Fit
Understanding the strengths in camp focus may help you make your choice. Traditional Means Wide variety of...
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Camp Visits — Making the Most of the Interview
When you receive a camp's brochure, you will invariably have questions for the camp director. From that first phone call...
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The Bottom Line on Camp Costs
It may seem early to consider sending your kid to camp, but you'd be surprised how many are full before Spring rolls...
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A Camp for Every Child — The Perfect Fit: Gender Enrollment
Now may be the opportunity to explore this choice with your camper. Single-Sex Camp Means Breaking gender...
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Developmental Milestones and the Camp Experience: Ages 11-13
Developmental Milestones Increase vocabulary to 40,000 words (nearly double from ages 8-9) Choose friends based on...
Source: American Camp Association
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