# Event Details - **Event Name**: Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 27 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Mon, 27 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: Week-long holiday camp teaching kids ages 8-12 to design, build and code robots and tech prototypes. Taught in both Dutch and English.About this Event(Bilingual camp taught in a combination of Dutch and English by a native Dutch-speaking teacher. Due to generous corporate donations, subsidized spots are available for kids from low-income families with a Stadspas.)Theme: Robots Imitating Plants and Animals (Biomimicry)During this NewTechKids summer holiday bootcamp of 5 daily workshops held at the Amsterdam Public Library, kids ages 8-12 will discover how robots can imitate plants and animals (biomimicry). Can they turn their favourite animal into a robot? Can a robot plant seek out light and water?Using LEGO robotics kits, kids will design, build and code in pairs using their imagination and creativity and then present them to their peers and parents at the end of each day.Kids will dive into building and visual programming using LEGO Mindstorms and art supplies. They'll learn about design concepts (resources, requirements, testing, iteration, best practices) and computer science concepts (coding, algorithms, commands, loops, sequence, iteration, if-else logic, etc.).Children who successfully complete the bootcamp will receive a diploma.Classes will take place daily from 10:00 - 14:00 on the following dates:July 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2026This bilingual camp will be taught by a native Dutch-speaking professional teacher or instructor with specialised training in computer science education. The curriculum and workshops are based on NewTechKids’ pedagogy which focuses on concept-context learning and the use of tangible learning tools.Our camp is ideal for children with no previous exposure to design and computer science and those who have previously participated in NewTechKids programs. Girls are welcome!A morning drink and snack will be provided. Children are required to bring their own lunches, including utensils and cups.A minimum of 16 students is required to offer this bootcamp. Registrants will be notified 3 days prior if the camp is cancelled and a full refund will be provided.Location: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Oosterdokskade 143 in the Junior Lab basement (5-minute walk from Centraal Station) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/amsterdam/week-4-newtechkids-2026-summer-vacation-bootcamp-8-12-yrs-july-27-31/100001989156053302 - **Event Categories**: kids, workshops, science-fair, it, holiday, art, nonprofit, half-term - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 296.92, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Amsterdam - **state**: NH - **country**: Netherlands - **location**: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA) - **lat**: 52.3758334 - **long**: 4.908389400000033 - **full address**: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA), Junior Lab (basement), Amsterdam, Netherlands ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/9e47a22c64dc72dab8ea8dde569f6ae178445646326351030789ef0fda24e6bb-rimg-w1200-h900-dc475b60-gmir.jpg?v=1778957313 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31 being held? - **A:** Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31 takes place on Mon, 27 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Mon, 27 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA), Junior Lab (basement), Amsterdam, Netherlands. - **Q**: Who is organizing Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31? - **A:** Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31 is organized by NewTechKids. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Week #4: NewTechKids 2026 Summer Vacation Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): July 27-31 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Amsterdam, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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