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Looking for a Summer Day Camp in Howard County MD?
Are you looking for a fun, safe summer day camp for your child near Howard County, Maryland? Let us tell you about Camp Sonshine Maryland! Camp Sonshine is a summer camp a stone’s throw from Howard County, that’s designed for kids all the way from Pre-K through 10th grade, with a Leader-in-Training (LIT) program available…
You’re Hired! 3 Qualities That Will Make You an Amazing Camp Counselor
A camp counselor at Camp Sonshine Maryland is a person who participates in a wide range of exciting activities with school-aged children. A summer camp staffing job such as a counselor’s position can be extremely rewarding if you have what it takes to be one. The following are three qualities that you’ll need to land…
Teaching Kids Good Sportsmanship
Healthy competition is good for children, but when winning or losing becomes overwhelming for your child, it’s time to work on good sportsmanship. At summer camp, many children learn how to have fun while playing games where there may be a winner and unfortunately a losing team. At Camp Sonshine, children learn to have fun,…
Why Your Middle Schooler Needs Summer Camp?
Every summer parents scramble to figure out how to keep their kids entertained and learning. For younger kids, it seems there are a wealth of day camps and other programs that are designed to educate and watch over kids in a safe environment. After elementary school, however, these programs disappear. That leaves a lot of…
12 Tips for Breaking Your Kids Free From Technology
In today’s world, kids can spend too much time in front of screens. Outside of limiting the use of technology (setting designated amounts of time), try these 12 tips to help your child enjoy life in a tech-free way: Screen-Free Alternatives 1. Play Dates Encourage real-life interactions and relationships with other children. 2. Build Something How about helping your child build…
How to Prepare Kids for Summer Camp
Going to summer camp is something children have been doing for a very long time, and they can really have some great experiences there. But you want to make sure you’ve properly prepared for camp and they know what to expect. Being prepared can reduce any worries they may have about a summer day camp and help them…
How To Make The Most Of Your First Summer As A Camp Counselor
Making the decision to spend your summer as a camp counselor gives you the opportunity to be a mentor to kids, form lifelong new friendships, and challenge yourself. With so many activities and responsibilities packed into a short timeframe, it’s easy to seem overwhelmed by all the excitement. These tips will help you stay on…
5 Ways to Help Your Child Get Ready for Summer Camp
If your child will be attending summer camp, there’s a number of ways you can make their transition to camp an easier one. From talking about camp before the season begins to making sure they have any supplies they might need, getting ready for camp can be an exciting time. At Camp Sonshine, we know that…
How Summer Camp Teaches Kids Essential Life Skills
Everybody knows that summer camp is a ton of fun. What you may not know is that summer camp also teaches kids essential life skills to help them grow into successful adults. We’ve compiled a list of just a few of the life skills your child can develop at summer camp. Skills Kids Learn at…