In just a few minutes, uncover what motivates your child most and find the type of camp environment where they’ll truly thrive.
Every child is different, with a unique personality, disposition, and set of interests and inclinations.
So, when choosing a summer camp, it’s vital that we, as parents, go beyond the question of “which programs still have space left?”
Of course availability matters. But fit matters more. That’s why it’s vital to register early to secure the ideal option for your child!
The most meaningful summer experiences happen when a camp matches how your child naturally learns, explores, and engages with the world.
Some kids want to build nonstop. Others want to perform, move, solve, collaborate, or invent.
When the environment fits the child, confidence grows faster. Friendships form more easily. And learning feels exciting instead of forced.
That’s exactly why programs at Brains & Motion are designed around how kids actually think, move, and discover.
Before you begin comparing locations, schedules, or course topics, there’s a simple step that can make every decision easier:
Identify your child’s natural learning style.
Our quick parent quiz below helps you do exactly that. In just a few minutes, you’ll see what motivates your child most, and which types of camp experiences will feel energizing instead of overwhelming.
Once you know their style, choosing the right summer program becomes dramatically simpler.
QUIZ TIME!
FIND YOUR CHILD’S NATURAL LEARNING STYLE
Choose the answer that sounds most like your child for each question. Keep track of your letters. You’ll tally them at the end.
1. When your child has free time, what do they usually choose to do?
A. Build something, take things apart, or create with materials
B. Draw, perform, write stories, or design something imaginative
C. Run, climb, play sports, or move their body
D. Solve puzzles, play strategy games, or figure things out
E. Organize games with friends or collaborate on shared ideas
2. When something is challenging, how does your child typically respond?
A. Experiments with different ways to fix or improve it
B. Reimagines it creatively or tries a new artistic approach
C. Takes a break to get their wiggles out before trying again
D. Thinks carefully, analyzes the problem, and plans a solution
E. Talks it through with others or asks to work as a team
3. Which type of school activities do they enjoy most?
A. Science experiments or hands-on building projects
B. Art, music, drama, or creative writing
C. Recess, PE, or movement-based activities
D. Math challenges, coding, or logic games
E. Group projects or presentations
4. What excites them most about trying something new?
A. Learning how it works or how to make it
B. Expressing ideas or making something unique
C. The chance to move, explore, or be active
D. Understanding the rules, systems, or strategy
E. Sharing the experience with others
5. How does your child usually explain something they learned?
A. Shows you what they built or demonstrates how it works
B. Tells a story, draws it, or performs it
C. Acts it out or shows you physically
D. Explains step-by-step how it works logically
E. Talks about who they worked with and what the group did
6. What type of reward motivates them most?
A. Tools, kits, or materials to build and create
B. Art supplies or creative freedom
C. Time to play, move, or be outdoors
D. Brain challenges, puzzles, or advanced problems
E. Social time, group activities, or shared experiences
7. If they could design their perfect day, it would include…
A. Inventing or building a project from start to finish
B. Creating something colorful, expressive, or imaginative
C. Lots of movement, games, and physical fun
D. Figuring out a big problem or mastering a complex skill
E. Working together with friends on a fun activity
LET’S GET SCORING!
Count how many times you selected each letter.
Mostly A: The Builder
A hands-on creator who loves engineering, design, and making things work.
Mostly B: The Creative Thinker
An expressive learner who thrives with imagination, storytelling, and artistic design.
Mostly C: The Active Explorer
A movement-driven learner who understands the world through physical experience.
Mostly D: The Systems Solver
An analytical thinker who enjoys logic, strategy, and structured problem-solving.
Mostly E: The Collaborative Connector
A social learner energized by teamwork, communication, and shared projects.
WHAT TO DO NEXT WITH YOUR RESULTS
Now that you’ve identified how your child naturally learns, here’s how to turn that insight into a summer they’ll truly love.
Note: If your child has a close tie between multiple types, that’s completely normal and expands your options. For the most engaging summer, look for camp experiences that blend your child’s strengths. Integrated STEAM and movement camps like BAM! can be incredibly powerful!
Step 1: Match learning style to camp experience
Use your child’s results as a decision filter:
The Builder: Look for hands-on engineering, robotics, invention, and design challenges.
The Creative Thinker: Prioritize art, storytelling, visual design, and expressive projects.
The Active Explorer: Choose programs with movement, outdoor play, and physical engagement.
The Systems Solver: Seek structured problem-solving, coding, strategy, and analytical challenges.
The Collaborative Connector: Focus on teamwork, group projects, and shared problem-solving.
Step 2: Dive deeper into programs designed for that style
Once you know what energizes your child, browse camp offerings through that lens.
Be sure to also look for:
- Hands-on learning (not passive instruction)
- Supportive instructors who encourage experimentation
- Structured days with variety and momentum
- Opportunities for social connection and confidence building
When these elements align with your child’s natural tendencies, engagement happens automatically.
Step 3: Choose the right location and schedule early
After narrowing program types, select the campus and weeks that best fit your family’s summer rhythm.
Registering earlier helps you:
- Secure preferred courses before programs sell out
- Align schedules with existing travel plans and childcare
- Access the best promotional pricing
- Reduce last-minute scramble and stress
Flexibility rules! Should your plans shift before summer, BAM! makes it easy to make changes to your registration. Learn more. We also offer convenient payment plans that align with your family’s budget.
Step 4: Build a balanced summer plan
Families often mix different experiences across the summer. For example:
- One week focused on building or innovation
- One week centered on creativity or performance
- One week of movement-rich, high-energy programming
This variety keeps kids engaged while strengthening multiple skills. Best case scenario? Choose a camp like BAM! that blends each of these focus areas into a week’s worth of fun, creating an experience kids can’t wait to dive into each day.
Step 5: Take your next steps with confidence
Now that you understand your child’s learning style, you’re ready to explore programs, compare options, and plan a summer that supports real growth—not just busy days.
Now, it’s time to:
✔ Explore camps by location and age group
✔ Review course topics and weekly themes
✔ Check current promotions and multi-week savings
✔ Download our full summer brochure for complete details
When camp aligns with how your child naturally learns, something powerful happens. They don’t just participate. They thrive!
