Builds practical trade skills for individuals with autism through hands-on, week-long half-day summer camps like engine building, automotive, and farm-to-table experiences. Programs are offered for all age groups, to individuals with disabilities.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps is a multi-activity & specialty summer camp in Denver, CO for ages 5 to 14. Tuition starts at $150 and goes up to $350 per week. The camp runs half_day_am sessions. Enrollment is currently unknown.
5-14
$150.0-$350.0
per week
half_day_am
Sessions (30)
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 1: June 8-12 (Ages 12-14)
Kick off the summer with hands-on engine building! Campers will learn the basics of small engine mechanics, including identifying parts, assembling components, and troubleshooting common issues. This week focuses on practical skills and teamwork, culminating in each camper assembling a working model engine.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 1: June 8-12 (Ages 5-8)
Campers will dive into the basics of engine building, learning how simple engines work through hands-on projects like assembling model engines and exploring mechanical parts. Activities focus on developing fine motor skills and understanding cause and effect while fostering teamwork. This week encourages curiosity and problem-solving in a supportive environment tailored for young learners with autism.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 1: June 8-12 (Ages 9-11)
This week, campers dive into the fundamentals of engine building. Participants will learn about engine parts, assembly techniques, and basic mechanics through hands-on projects. The focus is on developing fine motor skills and problem-solving while fostering teamwork in a supportive environment.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 2: June 15-19 (Ages 12-14)
This week focuses on automotive basics where campers explore car maintenance and repair. Participants will engage in activities such as changing oil, rotating tires, and understanding vehicle safety checks. The hands-on approach builds confidence and practical knowledge for everyday automotive care.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 2: June 15-19 (Ages 5-8)
This week focuses on automotive basics where campers explore simple vehicle mechanics through interactive activities like building toy cars and learning about wheels, axles, and steering. Emphasis is placed on hands-on learning and sensory engagement to build confidence and practical skills. Campers also participate in group challenges that promote cooperation and communication.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 2: June 15-19 (Ages 9-11)
Campers explore automotive basics this week, learning about car parts, maintenance, and simple repairs. Hands-on activities include changing tires, checking fluids, and understanding vehicle safety. This session builds confidence and practical skills in a fun, interactive setting.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 3: June 22-26 (Ages 12-14)
Campers dive into farm-to-table experiences this week by learning about sustainable farming, planting, and harvesting fresh produce. They will participate in garden care, explore nutrition basics, and prepare simple meals using the ingredients they grow. This immersive experience promotes healthy living and environmental awareness.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 3: June 22-26 (Ages 5-8)
Campers engage in a farm-to-table experience, learning about planting, harvesting, and preparing simple healthy snacks. Activities include hands-on gardening, sensory exploration of fruits and vegetables, and basic cooking projects designed to develop independence and practical life skills. This week encourages connection to nature and promotes healthy eating habits in a fun, supportive setting.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 3: June 22-26 (Ages 9-11)
This week focuses on farm-to-table experiences where campers engage in planting, harvesting, and preparing fresh produce. They learn about sustainable farming practices and nutrition while creating simple recipes. The hands-on approach encourages sensory exploration and healthy eating habits.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 4: June 29-July 3 (Ages 12-14)
This week campers explore woodworking fundamentals by designing and building small projects like birdhouses and toolboxes. They will learn to safely use hand tools and power tools while developing measuring, cutting, and assembly skills. The week emphasizes creativity, precision, and practical craftsmanship.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 4: June 29-July 3 (Ages 5-8)
This week campers explore basic woodworking and crafting skills by creating simple projects like birdhouses and picture frames. The hands-on activities focus on measuring, sanding, and assembling materials to build confidence and fine motor coordination. Campers work collaboratively in a supportive environment that encourages creativity and practical skill-building.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 4: June 29-July 3 (Ages 9-11)
Campers will build on mechanical skills by assembling small machines and tools. Projects include creating simple gear systems and learning about basic physics concepts. This week emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on problem solving in a supportive group setting.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 5: July 6-10 (Ages 12-14)
In the final week, campers engage in robotics and basic electronics, building simple robots and circuits. They will learn about sensors, motors, and programming basics to bring their creations to life. This exciting week encourages problem-solving, innovation, and teamwork in a supportive environment.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 5: July 6-10 (Ages 5-8)
In the final week, campers participate in a creative robotics and simple electronics introduction, assembling basic circuits and exploring cause and effect with light and sound. Activities are designed to be sensory-friendly and encourage exploration of technology in a hands-on way. This week fosters curiosity, problem-solving, and teamwork in a nurturing environment.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 5: July 6-10 (Ages 9-11)
In the final week, campers participate in a hands-on workshop focused on woodworking and crafting practical items. They will design, measure, and build simple projects like birdhouses or toolboxes. This session enhances fine motor skills, patience, and pride in creating tangible results.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 6: July 13-17 (Ages 12-14)
This week, campers dive into the fundamentals of engine building, learning how to assemble and troubleshoot small engines through hands-on projects. Participants gain practical mechanical skills while developing problem-solving abilities in a supportive environment. The week culminates with a group challenge to build and test a working engine model.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 6: July 13-17 (Ages 5-8)
This week, campers dive into the fundamentals of engine building through hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and develop fine motor skills. Participants will explore simple engine parts, assemble basic models, and learn how engines work in everyday machines. The week emphasizes teamwork and problem-solving in a supportive environment.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 6: July 13-17 (Ages 9-11)
This week, campers dive into the world of engine building, learning the basics of how engines work through hands-on assembly and disassembly of small engines. Participants will develop fine motor skills and mechanical reasoning while working on real engine parts. The week culminates in testing and troubleshooting their assembled engines, fostering problem-solving and teamwork.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 7: July 20-24 (Ages 12-14)
Campers explore automotive basics this week, focusing on vehicle maintenance and repair skills such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections. Through hands-on activities, participants build confidence working with tools and learn about automotive safety. The week encourages teamwork as campers collaborate on diagnosing and fixing simple car issues.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 7: July 20-24 (Ages 5-8)
Campers explore the world of automotive basics by engaging in fun, age-appropriate activities such as identifying car parts, learning about safety, and assembling simple vehicle models. This week focuses on hands-on learning to build confidence and practical skills while encouraging curiosity about how cars work. Social interaction and sensory-friendly instruction support every camper's success.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 7: July 20-24 (Ages 9-11)
Campers explore automotive basics this week, focusing on car maintenance and simple repairs. Activities include learning how to change tires, check oil levels, and understand vehicle safety features. This hands-on experience builds confidence and practical skills while encouraging curiosity about automotive technology.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 12-14)
This week focuses on farm-to-table experiences where campers learn about sustainable agriculture and food preparation. Participants engage in planting, harvesting, and cooking fresh produce, gaining knowledge about nutrition and healthy eating habits. The hands-on approach fosters independence and practical life skills in a fun, outdoor setting.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 5-8)
This week introduces campers to farm-to-table experiences where they learn about planting, harvesting, and preparing fresh foods. Through hands-on gardening projects and simple cooking activities, children develop sensory awareness and practical life skills. The program encourages healthy eating habits and an appreciation for where food comes from in a nurturing, inclusive setting.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 9-11)
This week focuses on farm-to-table experiences where campers learn about sustainable farming and healthy eating. Participants will plant, tend, and harvest vegetables in a garden setting, then use their produce to prepare simple, nutritious meals. The program emphasizes teamwork, nutrition education, and environmental awareness.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 12-14)
Campers engage in woodworking and basic carpentry projects, learning to use hand and power tools safely while creating functional items like birdhouses and small furniture. The week emphasizes precision, patience, and creativity, helping participants develop fine motor skills and confidence in building tangible projects. Collaborative activities encourage social interaction and teamwork.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 5-8)
Campers engage in creative building projects that combine elements of engineering and art. This week focuses on constructing simple machines and structures using safe, tactile materials. Activities promote fine motor development, spatial reasoning, and cooperative play, all within a supportive and sensory-friendly environment tailored to young learners with autism.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 9-11)
Campers engage in a creative woodworking and crafting week, learning to use basic tools to build small projects like birdhouses and picture frames. This hands-on experience enhances fine motor skills, patience, and creativity. The week also includes lessons on safety and tool maintenance to build confidence in practical trades.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 12-14)
In the final week, campers explore basic electrical and wiring skills by assembling simple circuits and learning about safety and functionality. Projects include building battery-powered devices and troubleshooting electrical components. This hands-on experience enhances critical thinking and technical skills while fostering independence and curiosity.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 5-8)
In the final week, campers explore basic woodworking and crafting skills, creating simple projects like birdhouses and picture frames. The hands-on activities foster creativity, patience, and practical tool use in a safe, guided setting. This week also emphasizes social skills and confidence-building as campers showcase their finished projects.
Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 9-11)
In the final week, campers explore basic electrical and robotics concepts through fun, interactive projects like building simple circuits and programmable robots. This session encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and introduces STEM skills in an accessible way. Campers leave with a sense of accomplishment and foundational knowledge in technology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps cost?
- Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps costs $150.0-$350.0 per week.
- What ages does Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps accept?
- Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps accepts children ages 5 to 14.
- Is Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps still accepting registrations?
- Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps enrollment is currently unknown. Visit the camp website for the most current availability.
- Where is Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps located?
- Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps is located at None in Denver, CO.
- What is the schedule for Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps?
- Teaching the Autism Community (TACT) Summer Camps offers half_day_am sessions.
Data compiled for Summer 2026. Always verify details directly with the camp provider before registering.