What’s Inside: A sneak peak at the lineup for Season 4 of #LifeSkillsNow Summer Camp. We’ll look at some of the fabulous mini-workshops available and help you make plans for this event.
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#LifeSkillsNow Summer Camp
It’s time to get ready — registration opens for Katie Kimball’s #LifeSkillsNow summer camp in June. Get early access to a dozen workshops right now.
Note: If you are reading this and the camp is over, you can console yourself with Katie’s free knife course that’s always available.
What is this summer camp?
My friend Katie has run a virtual summer camp for several seasons. It’s jam-packed with mini-workshops that build practical life skills in bite-sized sessions.
As a fellow parent dedicated to raising well-rounded, resilient kids, I want to share this camp with you. It’s completely free for one week in June.
Now, I know that you know I am opposed to screen time for developing brains, but I think this is a tool you can judiciously use as a family to model how to learn from video lessons. Screens are going to be a part of your kid’s world, so let’s use the tool wisely. There are even some tech-savvy lessons on how to do that.
So how can an online camp help to get screens out of our kids’ hand this summer?
You will use technology to teach real-world skills. #LifeSkillsNow camp serves up QUICK, curated videos and then sends your kids off to implement with creativity and hands-on action.
Instead of passive scrolling, it’s productive learning.
Teaching Life skills to our kids is part of our parental privilege. This is a fun way to explore over a hundred ideas. If your kids enjoy one particular area, you can add that to your “Handicrafts We Want to Learn” list!
What I like about #LifeSkillsNow
- I like that #LifeSkillsNow really details practical “chore” type skills. From ironing to chopping, from changing a tire to how to write an email… the summer camp covers a wide variety so everyone is bound to find something engaging to learn. The skills your kids learn will help out in the family.
- Tiny lessons with “challenges” at the end. The whole set up minimizes video time and maximizes doing time. Learning by doing is a great way to learn.
- The age range. The videos and lessons are arranged by topic AND by appropriate age range. The lessons cover preschoolers to high schoolers — and there are parent lessons too! I like that there is something for everyone. Your littles won’t be left out while your high schoolers can engage in topics that are pertinent to their needs.
One Possible Downside to #LifeSkillsNow
The one downside is that it is a video camp. I honestly prefer a vacation from all screens, but if you have to do video, then this is a great option. Just be sure to add in a “beach” or “pool” day because that’s what summer camp really means, right?
At least #LifeSkillsNow concentrates on the practical doing. Even I have to admit that I’ve learned a lot from Youtube videos — nothing says happiness like unclogging your washing machine drain system with the aid of someone who knows how to take the pieces apart AND putting them back again!
What’s included this year in Season 4
So register now and begin planning.
Here’s a list of all of the workshops included in the free Season 4 #LifeSkillsNow Summer Camp:
Communication and Mindset Track
- Conversational Etiquette from Handshakes to Interruptions with Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist
- Editing Your Voice: It’s Not About YOU, It’s about “I” with Katie Kimball
- Bringing People Together with Awesome Introductions with Pam Barnhill
- Can You Say That? Freedom of Speech in Action with Mike Traywick
- The First Step to Building a Friendship with Dr. Melanie Wilson
- From Struggling to Fit in to Celebrating Difference: The Story of a Person of Color in White Skin with Sonali Vongchusiri
- What Are You THINKING?? (How to Have a Growth Mindset) with Joey Mascio
- The Council of Teens Talks Texting Etiquette with Kids Cook Real Food
Entrepreneurship Track
- How Teens Can Turn Big Ideas into a Real Business with Bill Brady, CEO of Troomi
- Start Your Own Business (No Ideas? No Problem!) with Monica Louie
- Real World Entrepreneurship 101: What It Really Looks Like to Work for Yourself with Pete McPherson
- The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Leadership Through Prioritization, Growth & Relationships with Rob Hughes
- The Importance of Networking for Entrepreneurs (and Other Humans) with Katie Kimball
- The Key to Using Your Talents to Start a Business for Elementary Kids with Alexia Ferrari
- What it Takes to Scale a Small Business to a National Level with Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway
Finance Track
- The 10-Minute Budget for Teens with Crystal Paine
- The Cost of Convenience: Understand Hidden Fees and Expenses with Brad Nelson
- The One Rule that Turned a Janitor into a Multimillionaire with Bob Lotich
- Keeping Track of Your Bills and Why to Pay Them on Time with Katie Kimball
- Getting Started with Taxes: Understanding Your Paycheck with Jason Kuennen
- How to File Your Taxes Without Stress with Jason Kuennen
- From Piggy Bank to Real Bank: How to Handle Your Money Like a Grown-Up with Gabe Kimball
Hands-On Skills Track
- When the Water Won’t Go Down, Don’t Call a Plumber! The Life Skill of Figuring Things Out Around the House by Unclogging a Drain with Katie Kimball
- Woodworking DIY: Your Own Tic Tac Toe Game Board with Anika Gandhi
- Make Your Own Foaming Soap with Jennifer Pepito
- How to Raise Baby Chicks to Backyard Chickens with Tracy Lynn
- The Straight Stitch Starter: Sewing a Small Pouch and Beyond with Alice Smith-Goeke
- Sewing Machine Basics: How to Drive and Pivot [Sewing Machine Series, Part 1 of 3] with Molly Tomlinson
- Sewing Two Pieces of Fabric Together (to Make a Simple Placemat) [Sewing Machine Series, Part 2 of 3] with Molly Tomlinson
Kitchen Confidence Track
- How to Make a Sourdough Pizza with Wardee Harmon
- Avocado Toast and the Scoop on Protein to Start Your Day [Breakfast Series, Part 1 of 5] with Leah Kimball
- How the Youngest Kids Can Make Breakfast: Automated Instant Pot Oatmeal [Breakfast Series, Part 2 of 5] with Katie Kimball
- Making Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce 3 Ways [Breakfast Series, Part 4 of 5] with Kids Cook Real Food
- Grain-Free Summer Lasagna [Make it by Heart, Part 1 of 3] with Katie Kimball
- How to Cut a Watermelon with Leah Kimball
- Tacos Two Ways: Ground Turkey or Shredded Beef (with a Secret Ingredient!) with Chef James Barry
- Chicken Rice Soup With Lots of Options [Make it by Heart, Part 2 of 3] with Kids Cook Real Food
- Grain-Free High-Protein Coconut Flour Muffins [Breakfast Series, Part 3 of 5] with Kids Cook Real Food
- Authentic Indian Food: Cilantro Chutney with Shefaly Ravula
- Make Ratatouille Like the Movie with Chef Jason McClearen
- Two Simple but Professional-Looking Ways to Frost Cupcakes with Leah Kimball
Neurodivergent Families Track
- The Chill Toolkit: 3 Life Hacks for Big Emotions with Alisha Grogan
- The Executive Functioning Playbook: Building Independence in Kids with ADHD (a family workshop) with Michael McLeod
- Does My Child Need Support? Recognize Neurodivergence and Respond Early with Dr. Nina Manipon
- Get Out of Your Own Way: How to Set (and Smash) Your Goals with Ginny Kochis
- How to Disagree Without Freaking Out (What to Do When Your Brain Freezes) with Emily Hamblin
- The Co-Regulation Primer to Help You Parent ND Kids with Grace with Alisha Grogan
- The Why Before the Why Won’t They with Greg Santucci, OT
Organizing Your Life Track
- Take Back Your Homeschool (or Summer) Day from Your Mom with Brittany White
- 10 Things Every New Driver Should Have with Melanie Papworth
- 5 Simple Steps to a Clean Room (Even When You’re Busy!) with Diane in Denmark
- The Easy Way to Take Control of Your Backpack with Toni-Ann Mayembe
- Rise and Shine and Reset Your Bedroom with Becky Rapinchuk
- The Magic System to Declutter Schoolwork & Other Stuff That Piles Up with Michaele Tocco
- 6 Easy Steps to Organize Any Space with Laura from Get Organized HQ
- How to Use Digital Planners for Teens with Shanice Bannis
- How to Make a Lazy Genius To-Do List That Works for YOUR Brain with Kendra Adachi, The Lazy Genius
- Learn How to Put Stuff Away Like a Butterfly with Cas from Clutterbug
- Save Time Every Day by Mastering Digital Organization with Lisa McHargue
Parent Professional Development Track
- The Magical Life Skill of Communicating with Your Body with Ann Odom
- Become a Solution Bringer with These Magical Parenting Questions with Lisa Yvonne
- Allowance vs. Wages: Which Builds Money-Smart Kids? with Amanda Teixeira
- Helping Your Unmotivated Teen: 3 Steps to Unlocking Their Potential with Dr. Melanie McNally
- Villain to Mentor: Becoming the Person Your Teen Turns to Rather than Fights Against with Joey Mascio
- Making College Admissions Simple with Cara Harvey
Real World Readiness Track
- The Importance of Getting Experience Before Choosing Your Career with Merrilee Boyack
- Unleashing Your Unique Superpowers with Confidence with Orlana Darkins Drewery
- Quit Putting Off Your Dream Until Tomorrow: Secrets to Motivation with Dr. Melanie McNally
- Procrastination Busters: How to Stop Putting Things Off with Luke and Trisha Gilkerson
- What to do if You Get Pulled Over with Officer Jonathan Schaefer
- What to do if You’re in a Minor Vehicle Accident with Officer Jonathan Schaefer
Taking Care of Yourself on the Inside Track
- What to Expect at the Doctor’s with Dr. Robin Dickinson, MD
- Make Your Own Multi-Vitamin at Home with Kate Tietje
- Building Your Body for Life – Functional Movement for Teens with Dr. Susan DuPré, DPT
- Your Body’s Building Blocks: Connecting Nutrition to Peak Performance with Nathalie M. Curabba, MS, CNS, LDN
- Say Goodbye to Acne by Eating Your Water & More Gut Health Goodies with Anu Simh
- Period 101: What’s Normal and What’s Not for Girls to Embrace the Phases of Their Female Cycles with Cristy Murray, NP
- The Most Important Nutrient Every Kid Needs (+ a Quick Fun Recipe) with Mary Voogt, NTP
- Food as Fuel & the Answer to “WHY Should I Eat That?” with Dr. Manasa Mantravadi
- Homeopathy-Based First Aid for Teens with Amanda Pelser
- Food as Medicine: The Plant Power of Carbs (& a Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe) with Shefaly Ravula
Taking Care of Yourself on the Outside Track
- Get Ready with Me: How to Keep Your Skin Glowing Every Day [Teen Facial Care & Makeup Series Part 1 of 3] with Hanna Wagner-Childers
- Mix, Match, and Go: Quick Outfits That Won’t Get You Sent Back to Change with Corina Holden
- Get Ready with Me: How to Find Your Skin Undertone [Teen Facial Care & Makeup Series Part 2 of 3] with Hanna Wagner-Childers
- Ironing Basics & Safety Tips with Katie Kimball
- How to Iron a Shirt and Pants with Katie Kimball
Tech Savvy Track
- How to Use AI to Brainstorm Big Ideas [AI Tutorials Part 2 of 3] with JoAnn Crohn
- Your Time or Screen Time? 3 Steps to Win Back Your Life & Protect Your Mental Health with Andrea Davis
- How Should Humans Best Use AI? [AI Tutorials Part 1 of 3] with Joshua Boswell
- Your AI Filter: What’s Real & Fake Online? [AI Tutorials Part 3 of 3] with Katie Kimball
- Email 101: How to Write and Send an Email with Katie Kimball
- Email 201: Writing an Easy-to-Read Email That Gets Results with Katie Kimball
- Eye Workouts to Keep Your Vision Strong with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, OD
Preschool Parent Track
- The Real Secret to Setting Successful Limits with Tosha Schore
- Breathe Better, Live Better: Simple Steps to Improve Sleep, Behavior, and Overall Health with Katie Kimball
- Creating a Calm and Joyful Home in a Stressful World Through Song and Reflection with Christina Connors
- First Steps to Learning the Language of Music Before Age 5 with Kathryn Brunner
Plus 12 workshops in the paid all-access package that aren’t found here!!!
The numbers:
- 45 workshops that easily fit ages 6-12
- 2/3 of the workshops apply to teens and tweens
- 13 workshops for grown-ups only
Verdict: Register now
