Celebrate Asian Culture Week at WCDC (Feb 16–20)

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Looking for a high-quality winter break camp in Westchester, NY that’s educational, fun, and culturally enriching?

This February, Westchester Child Development Center (WCDC) is excited to launch a special Asian Culture Theme Winter Break Camp, running February 16–20, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, designed for students in grades K–5.

Perfectly timed with Lunar New Year, this one-week camp invites children to explore Asian cultures through hands-on learning, STEM projects, art, and global storytelling—all in a safe, engaging, and thoughtfully structured environment.

🧧 Why Choose WCDC’s Winter Break Camp?

Parents in Scarsdale, Hartsdale, White Plains, and surrounding Westchester areas choose WCDC because we combine:

🌍 Global & cultural education
🤖 STEM & LEGO-based learning
🎨 Creative arts & maker projects
🎤 Public speaking & confidence building
⚽ Balanced indoor & outdoor play

Our winter break program is designed to keep children curious, active, and inspired—not just occupied.

📅 Camp Overview

Dates: February 16–20
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Age Group: Kindergarten – Grade 5
Location: WCDC, Hartsdale, NY
Daily Structure: Morning enrichment, STEM, arts & culture, recreation, and reflection

Each day features a new Asian culture theme, allowing students to “travel” across Asia in one unforgettable week.

🌟 Daily Theme Highlights

🧧 Day 1–2: Lunar New Year (China & Asia-wide Traditions)

Children explore the meaning of Lunar New Year across Asia through:

Zodiac animals & cultural storytelling
Red envelopes, lanterns, and calligraphy art
LEGO dragon parade & festival city engineering
Lion dance rhythm games and New Year wishes

These two days build cultural awareness while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and communication.

🗾 Day 3: Japan Day – Innovation Meets Tradition

Students dive into Japanese culture with:

Origami workshops and cherry blossom art
LEGO bullet train & earthquake-safe building challenges
Anime character design and storytelling
Games focused on respect, manners, and collaboration

This day highlights Japan’s balance of tradition, creativity, and advanced technology.

🇰🇷 Day 4: Korea Day – Culture, Design & K-Creativity

Korea Day introduces children to:

Traditional Hanbok fashion and palace designs
Smart city LEGO engineering challenges
Pattern art inspired by Korean architecture
Music and movement games influenced by K-culture

Students develop design thinking while learning about modern and traditional Korea.

🌴 Day 5: Southeast Asia Adventure

Our final day takes campers through Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia, featuring:

Rainforest and wildlife exploration
Floating market & eco-shelter STEM builds
Batik-inspired art projects
A joyful “Travel Through Asia” showcase

Families are invited to enjoy the final exhibition celebrating the week’s learning.

🧠 What Children Gain from This Program

By the end of the week, students will have developed:

🌏 Global awareness & cultural respect
🤝 Collaboration & teamwork skills
🧩 Problem-solving through STEM challenges
🎤 Confidence through presentations & sharing
🎨 Creative expression across multiple disciplines

All activities are age-differentiated to support both younger learners (K–2) and older students (Grades 3–5).

📍 A Trusted Winter Break Camp in Westchester, NY

Located in Hartsdale, WCDC proudly serves families from:

Scarsdale
White Plains
Greenburgh
Edgemont
Surrounding Westchester communities

Our experienced educators ensure that every child feels supported, engaged, and inspired throughout the week.

✨ Register for Winter Break Camp at WCDC

Spots for Winter Break Camp are limited to maintain small group learning and personalized attention. For the details about the camp: https://bit.ly/WCDCwinterbreak

📌 Dates: Feb 16–20📌 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM📌 Location: WCDC, Hartsdale, NY

👉 Register now to give your child a winter break filled with culture, creativity, and discovery: https://bit.ly/signupwintercamp