Introducing Expressive Explorers, a creativity camp designed to help your child express themselves and explore the world around them! Facilitated by Leeanna Mantica, MS, ATR, at Florida Art Therapy Services in Fort Myers, FL, this camp series is perfect for young children (ages 5-8) who may be neurodivergent or just crave a smaller, structured environment.
Leeanna Mantica, MS, ATR began facilitating summer camps at local arts centers following the Covid-19 pandemic. She has taught everything from Drawing/Painting 101, Multimedia Sculpture, Ceramics and Wheel Throwing to Acting and STEM related courses, including Robotics!
Leeanna is a registered art therapist who has worked with neurodiverse children and adolescents for over ten years in non-profit and psychiatric settings. She is a native to southwest Florida, a multimedia artist and mother who enjoys incorporating all aspects of what she has learned into her work. Since moving to private practice at Florida Art Therapy Services, she is excited to provide an integrated creative camp series for the community!
What makes this camp different from other camps available?
1. Smaller – We are limiting to 8 children per week to allow each child 1:1 time, attention and support needed.
2. Open to siblings – Everyone needs a buddy sometimes! Siblings who are cooperative with one another and within the age range are welcome to attend together!
3. Breaks- We have built several small breaks into your child’s day, to
accommodate for transition times and differing energy levels.
4. Sensory- Each camp will include up to five centers with various sensory experiences for your child to explore daily. These include sand trays, water tables, kinetic sand, cloud dough, coloring and even a puppet theater!
5. Integrated- Includes multiple ways for your child to learn topics and integrate information, using creative modalities.
Each week we will be exploring a different theme, with plenty of sensory opportunities and daily activities to infuse creativity into their life:
Camps run Monday through Thursday, 9am-3pm. Please arrive no earlier than 8:45am, pick up no later than 3pm.
Spots are limited, call 239-297-7099 for additional information and get signed up today!
Summer Camps Below Weeks 1-8
Testimonials
“My son just completed a week of art camp. This was our first experience with Florida Art Therapy Services and we had a fantastic experience. From day one, Ms. Leeanna did an amazing job, entertaining and teaching the kids about feelings. Every day, my son came home excited to tell me all the fun things they had done. When the rain threatened some of the plans, Ms. Leeanna jumped into action and turned it into an even more memorable experience for the kids by having them play in the rain, with the parents permission of course. This was one of the best camp experiences we’ve had and it is amazing to see how Ms. Leeanna goes above and beyond to ensure every kid’s unique needs are met. She was absolutely amazing, we will be back to see her.”
-Paola Morgado Baquero
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO ENSURE YOUR CHILD IS THE RIGHT FIT FOR EXPRESSIVE EXPLORERS CAMP.
WANDER THE DESERT- Ages 6-8 y/o
Dates: 7/8-7/11/24
Into the dry desert we go! During this camp, children will create their own clay cacti and alebrije sculpture, appreciating cultural traditions. Sand trays will be available to make desert scenes and interactive puppet play provided.
Movie: Coco
*Please bring a bag lunch, snack and labeled water bottle. 1 blanket, 1 small stuffy or pillow per child.
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FINDING FOSSILS- Ages 5-8 y/o
Dates:7/15-7/18/24
In this camp, children will get to find their own fossils! Chip away at dinosaurs frozen in ice, sift through sand and brush away dirt to uncover discoveries from another time. Each child will recreate bones to construct their own dinosaur skeleton, with an emphasis on observation and listening skills.
Movie: The Good Dinosaur
*Please bring a bag lunch, snack and labeled water bottle. 1 blanket, 1 small stuffy or pillow per child.
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ENTER A FANTASY WORLD-Ages 6-8 y/o
Dates:7/22-7/25/24
Now that we’ve explored our world, let’s play pretend! This camp is designed with a child’s imagination in mind, as they will construct their own magical creatures. Unicorns and dragons fly among us! Final day includes “Dress Up” your favorite princess or fairy tale character.
Movie: Frozen
*Please bring a bag lunch, snack and labeled water bottle. 1 blanket, 1 small stuffy or pillow per child.
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO ENSURE YOUR CHILD IS THE RIGHT FIT FOR EXPRESSIVE EXPLORERS CAMP.
FLOAT IN OUTER SPACE- Ages 5-8 y/o
Dates:7/29-8/1/24
Relax in the dark as stars fill the sky! In this camp, each child will create their own ALIEN within the universe. Children will learn about the solar system, enjoy glow in the dark materials and sparkly slime from another galaxy.
Movie: Home
*Please bring a bag lunch, snack and labeled water bottle. 1 blanket, 1 small stuffy or pillow per child.
Camps run Monday through Thursday, 9am-3pm. Please arrive no earlier than 8:45am, pick up no later than 3pm.
Spots are limited, call 239-297-7099 for additional information and get signed up today!
Sign up here!
RSVP by calling 239-297-7099 or emailing Liza Jean at Liza@floridaarttherapyservices.com
COST: $275 per week, includes all materials and supplies for projects as well as demonstrations, 1:1 time and sensory centers.
All supplies will be provided, as well as beverages.
This camps will take place at 5280 Summerlin Commons Way # 804 Fort Myers, Fl 33907