
Children’s Activities
Bring your kids for these incredibly fun activities filled with learning opportunities! Each program is professionally run by trusted organizations and presenters with adult supervision. Children can be checked into these activities, or parents may stay and attend with them. (No charge for parents to stay). Adult volunteers have undergone background checks, and we use a safe check-in system for children 12 and under. Make sure you download your registration “tickets” before the conference and this will make checking in your children to these activities a breeze!
All activities are available as an add-on to your Full Conference Family Pass when you register. Add-ons are not available for individual or shopping passes only. See details below for limited spacing, age ranges, and cost. The earlier your register the better your chances for adding these amazing activities to your experience at the Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference.
ACTIVITY | AGE | PRICE | DATE | TIME |
A-Maze-ing Marble STEM Activity by Squishy Dough | Ages 5–8 | $10/student | Thursday 6/12 | 11:00am–11:50am |
Old Testament – Walk Thru the Bible (LIVE!) | Ages 5–12 | $35/student | Thursday 6/12 | 11:00am–2:40pm |
Go on the Hunt with Ned the Noun Hound and Herb the Verb | Ages 5–8 | $10/student | Thursday 6/12 | 1:50pm–2:40pm |
Music Time | Ages 5–8 | $10/student | Thursday 6/12 | 3:00pm–3:50pm |
Growing Your Local Food System; The Grocery Story Ditch | Ages 5–12 | $15/student | Friday 6/13 | 11:00am–11:50am |
New Testament – Walk Thru the Bible (LIVE!) | Ages 5–12 | $35/student | Friday 6/13 | 11:00am–3:50pm |
Surviving the Wild | Ages 5–12 | $15/student | Friday 6/13 | 12:10pm–1:00pm |
Colorado Natives: Younger Children | Ages 5–8 | $10/student | Friday 6/13 | 3:00pm–3:50pm |
Hazel: A Hard Working Honeybee Story Time | Ages 5–8 | $10/student | Friday 6/13 | 4:10pm–5:00pm |
School of Grace | Ages 5–12 | $25/student | Saturday 6/14 | 11:00am–1:00pm |
Learn Math with Card Games? Yes, You Can! | Ages 5–12 | $15/student | Saturday 6/14 | 12:10pm–1:00pm |
I Love Fractions! Oh My! | Ages 5–12 | $15/student | Saturday 6/14 | 3:40pm–4:30pm |
Melody: A Monarch Miracle Story Time | Ages 5–8 | $10/student | Saturday 6/14 | 4:10pm–5:00pm |
ACTIVITY | AGE | PRICE | DATE | TIME |
Old Testament – Walk Thru the Bible (LIVE!) | Ages 5-12 | $35/student | Thursday 6/12 | 11:00am–2:40pm |
Run-Marble-Run STEM Activity by Squishy Dough | Ages 9-12 | $10/student | Thursday, 6/12 | 12:10pm-1:00pm |
Character Club in an Hour: Sail the Seas with Shackleton | Ages 9-12 | $10/student | Thursday, 6/12 | 3:00pm-3:50pm |
Growing Your Local Food System; The Grocery Story Ditch | Ages 5-12 | $15/student | Friday, 6/13 | 11:00am-11:50am |
New Testament – Walk Thru the Bible (LIVE!) | Ages 5-12 | $35/student | Friday, 6/13 | 11:00am-3:50pm |
Surviving the Wild | Ages 5-12 | $15/student | Friday, 6/13 | 12:10pm-1:00pm |
Colorado Natives: Older Children | Ages 9-12 | $10/student | Friday, 6/13 | 4:10pm-5:00pm |
Lessons in Soft Pastel: Hydrangeas |
Ages 9-12 | $20/student | Saturday, 6/14 | 11:00am-11:50am |
School of Grace | Ages 5-12 | $25/student | Saturday, 6/14 | 11:00am-1:00pm |
Learn Math with Card Games? Yes, You Can! | Ages 5-12 | $15/student | Saturday, 6/14 | 12:10pm-1:00pm |
Lessons in Charcoal Pencil: White Persian Cat |
Ages 9-12 | $20/student | Saturday, 6/14 | 2:30pm-3:20pm |
Historical Conquest Tournament | Ages 9-12 | $10/student | Saturday, 6/14 | 2:30pm-3:20pm |
I Love Fractions! Oh My! | Ages 5-12 | $15/student | Saturday, 6/14 | 3:40pm-4:30pm |
Detailed information on each activity is below!
Thursday June 13
A-Maze-ing Marble STEM Activity by Squishy Dough
Taught by Kailyn Mueller, Squishy Dough
Thursday, June 12th: 11:00am–11:50am | $10/student, Ages 5–8, limit 50 |
In this exciting hands-on activity, children (ages 5-8) will work together to create their own marble maze using Squishy Dough. They’ll have the chance to tap into their creativity as they design and build the maze, using playdough to form walls, ramps, and tunnels. This activity encourages problem-solving, teamwork, and imaginative thinking as the children experiment with different designs and test how the marble moves through their maze. It’s a fun and interactive way for kids to engage in sensory play while developing important skills like fine motor coordination and spatial awareness. The marble maze activity is sure to inspire creativity and provide hours of fun!
Old Testament – Walk Thru the Bible (LIVE!)
Taught by Terry Broberg, Walk Thru The Bible
Thursday, June 12th: 11:00am–2:40pm with required lunchtime pick-up from 1:00pm– 1:45pm |
$35/student; Ages 5–12, limit 150 (lunch is not provided) |
This highly engaging and interactive event will teach children (ages 5-12) in a way that is both memorable and fun. Using storytelling and active learning, the students will understand the big picture of the Old Testament. We will chronologically put together the major people and events that point out God’s love for people and show how the Old Testament points to the need of a Savior, Jesus Christ.
Run-Marble-Run STEM Activity by Squishy Dough
Taught by Kailyn Mueller, Squishy Dough
Thursday, June 12th: 12:10pm–1:00pm | $10/student, Ages 9–12, limit 50 |
Children (ages 9-12) will work in small groups of 2-4, using Squishy Dough to design and create their own marble run courses. With their creative thinking hats on, they’ll collaborate to shape the course, testing their designs and adjusting as they go. The activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving while allowing the children to explore and experiment with their ideas. It’s an interactive and enjoyable experience that fosters collaboration and helps children develop important skills through imaginative play.
Go on the Hunt with Ned the Noun Hound & Herb the Verb
Taught by Allie Slocum, Character Club
Thursday, June 12th: 1:50pm–2:40pm | $10/student, Ages 5–8, limit 60 |
Children (ages 5-8) may come to learn about nouns without even realizing it! In this fun and interactive experience with Ned the Noun Hound (a dog puppet) based on the book Benjamin Blair and the Case of the Missing Noun Hound, children will explore, sing, and join Ben in a scavenger hunt for nouns. Benjamin Blair is one of Jeanie Blair’s three younger brothers from the first Character Club title. If time allows, attendees may also have a sneak peek into the second book of the series about verbs, complete with verb charades, a create-your-own jive activity, and bingo game.
Character Club in an Hour: Sail the Seas with Shackleton
Taught by Allie Slocum, Character Club
Thursday, June 12th: 3:00pm–3:50pm | $10/student, Ages 9–12, limit 80 |
Students (ages 9-12) experience a sneak peek into all FIVE books of the Character Club series through a camp-style feel with team-building games. Character virtues like compassion, forgiveness, and responsibility are woven through every activity. Attendees will “meet” the Character Club kids who attend an after-school club based on the real one that met in author Allie Slocum’s home. Our main focus will be activities about responsibility and Earnest Shackleton, the historic figure portrayed in the newest CC book. Activities may include but are not limited to writing a new verse to the ”Strugglin’” song, playing “Draw Down the Line”, and building an origami boat.
Music Time
Taught by Helen Scott, Wonder
Thursday, June 12th: 3:00pm–3:50pm | $10/student, Ages 5–8, limit 50 |
Young music-makers (ages 5-8) will enjoy an introductory and exploratory music class. The instruments and songs used are perfect for young musicians to cultivate their musical skills and interests, as well as build aural skills and promote gross and fine motor movements. We will be using singing, rhythm instruments, and movement in this class.
Friday June 14
Growing Your Local Food System; The Grocery Story Ditch
Taught by Kody Hanner, Homestead Education
Friday, June 13th: 11:00am–11:50am | $15/student; Ages 5–12, limit 150 |
Children (ages 5-12) will embark on a journey and discover the wonders of local food! We’ll navigate the path of health and sustainability through comparing familiar foods to their local counterparts. Get ready to be creative as we design our own mock supply chain to learn about the importance of sustainable farming and healthy eating. It’s a fun-filled adventure for young minds where we’ll learn and grow together!
New Testament - Walk Thru the Bible (LIVE!)
Taught by Terry Broberg, Walk Thru the Bible
Friday, June 13th: 11:00am–3:50pm with required lunchtime pick-up from 1:00pm– 1:45pm |
$35/student; Ages 5–12, limit 150 (lunch is not provided) |
The New Testament storyline will be developed in an engaging and fun learning experience for children (ages 5-12). We will set the background for when Jesus was born and then explore His life as He interacted with people in a life-changing way. We will tell stories and use meaningful movements to learn about the life of Christ and the birth and expansion of the Church. Each participant will leave with a better understanding of how God loves people and wants to personally be part of their life.
Surviving the Wild
Taught by Kody Hanner, Homestead Education
Friday, June 13th: 12:10pm–1:00pm | $15/student; Ages 5–12, limit 150 |
Children (ages 5-12) will learn to be comfortable and safe in the wilderness. They will gain essential survival skills like navigation, first-aid, and finding food in the wild. We’ll explore the great outdoors, practice knot tying, and discover the secrets of nature’s pharmacy. It’s an exciting adventure filled with fun challenges and hands-on learning. Get ready to embrace the wild side!
Colorado Natives: Younger Children
Taught by Nature’s Educators
Friday, June 13th: 3:00pm–3:50pm | $10/student; Ages 5–8, limit 150 |
Children (ages 5-8) will explore the many animals that call Colorado home — from the open expanses of the Great Plains to the high forests of the Rocky Mountains to the meandering streams to the dry deserts. You can see God’s amazing creation and learn what makes Colorado’s habitats an excellent place for some feathered, scaly, and slimy creatures. Join us as you meet and learn about 5 native animals and how they survive!
Colorado Natives: Older Children
Taught by Nature’s Educators
Friday, June 13th: 4:10pm–5:00pm | $10/student; Ages 9–12, limit 150 |
Children (ages 9-12) will explore the many animals that call Colorado home – from the open expanses of the Great Plains to the high forests of the Rocky Mountains to the meandering streams to the dry deserts. You can see God’s amazing creation and learn what makes Colorado’s habitats an excellent place for some feathered, scaly, and slimy creatures. Join us as you meet and learn about 5 native animals and how they survive!
Hazel: A Hardworking Honeybee Story Time
Taught by Kayla White, Lucy the Ladybug
Friday, June 13th: 4:10pm–5:00pm | $10/student; Ages 5–8, limit 100 |
Children (ages 5-8) can join Kayla on a grand adventure! Does a girl honeybee only do one job during her life? How is a queen bee made? What happens to drones in the fall? Should we be scared of bees? Go on a “bee-lightful” journey with a honeybee as she grows up to nurse baby bees, keep house, wait on the royal queen, and work tirelessly to bring pollen and nectar into the hive for honey and bee bread. Along the way, your kiddos will learn about complex hive life, begin to dig into God’s incredible design and purposes for honeybees, and discover fascinating facts about honeybees — all while gleaning lessons we can learn about the Christian’s journey!
Saturday June 15
Lessons in Soft Pastel: Hydrangeas
Taught by Creating a Masterpiece
Saturday, June 14th: 11:00am–11:50am | $20/student; Ages 9–12, limit 100 |
Hydrangeas are gorgeous! They exude color and are strikingly beautiful. Hydrangeas are also a great subject for newer artists to create. As students progress through this project, they will learn how to apply the pastel, how to blend it, and the basic steps to developing a fine art project.
School of Grace
Taught by Brenna Wilson, School of Grace
Saturday, June 14th: 11:00am–1:00pm | $25/student; Ages 5–12, limit 100 |
School of Grace will teach girls (ages 5-12) the true meaning of biblical femininity. Additionally, Brenna will cover topics such as cultivating healthy habits (prayer, gratitude, taking thoughts captive, and more!), serving God, and serving others. She will also help girls answer these questions: “What is the gospel?” and “Who am I in Christ?” Participants will look at who God is and, as image bearers, who they are as young women and how they should live. This is a female-only event.
Learn Math with Card Games? Yes, You Can!
Taught by Teresa Foltin, RightStart Math
Saturday, June 14th: 12:10pm–1:00pm | $15/student; Ages 5–12, limit 100 |
Are you tired of flashcards? Imagine children asking to practice more math facts! In this workshop, children (ages 5-12) will play fabulous and effective math card games that are easy and fun. Participants will receive a set of cards and instructions from RightStart Mathematics and will play addition and multiplication games during the session.
Lessons in Charcoal Pencil: White Persian Cat
Taught by Creating a Masterpiece
Saturday, June 14th: 2:30pm–3:20pm | $20/student; Ages 9–12, limit 100 |
A fluffy kitten is a joy to the heart and to the fine artist! In this wonderful, simple project the instructor will guide students through this gorgeous method of fine art drawing. Students will find that charcoal pencil is a sharp, beautiful method to create stunning artwork.
Historical Conquest Tournament
Taught by Zack Edwards, Historical Conquest
Saturday, June 14th: 2:30pm–3:20pm | $10/student; Ages 9–12, limit 100 |
Join us for an exciting Historical Conquest Tournament designed for kids (ages 9-12)! This fun and educational event introduces young players to the world of strategy, history, and adventure as they learn to play Historical Conquest directly from the creator of the game. Participants will engage in friendly competition while sharpening critical thinking skills and exploring historical events and figures.
I Love Fractions! Oh My!
Taught by Teresa Foltin, RightStart Math
Saturday, June 14th: 3:40pm–4:30pm | $15/student; Ages 5–12, limit 100 |
Fractions, often misunderstood and feared by children and adults alike, are fun when they are taught the right way. Children can move from hating fractions to loving them — or even loving them from the start! Participants (ages 5-12) will receive a set of cards and instructions from RightStart Mathematics and will play fraction games during the session. Let your students uncover the beauty and simplicity of fractions by joining this engaging workshop.
Melody: A Monarch Miracle Story Time
Taught by Kayla White, Lucy the Ladybug
Saturday, June 14th: 4:10pm–5:00pm | $10/student; Ages 5–8, limit 100 |
Children (ages 5-8) can join Kayla on a grand adventure! In the beginning, God created all the animals, all the creepy, crawly things . . . and all the butterflies! Join Melody the Monarch on her life’s adventure as she grows from an egg to an adult through a series of glorious, miraculous transformations. The story of this beautiful winged wonder is one that your children will not want to miss!
Join thousands of other homeschoolers this June 12-14th at the Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference. Expect to have a lot of fun and fellowship with other homeschool families, find great deals on curriculum, and get practical encouragement for your homeschooling at our workshops and general sessions!