Master Builders USA Schedule

For ages 8–14. A deeper game-based learning experience focused on critical thinking, collaboration, engineering, STEM exploration, creativity, and immersive world building.

Back to Programs Sign Up

Master Builders — Ages 8–14

Each week explores a different theme while maintaining a familiar structure to help students build confidence and independence.

Timezone: USA Schedule / PST

Weekly Themes

Students explore science, engineering, storytelling, communication, collaboration, and creative design through immersive game worlds.

Week 1 — Volcanoes and Rock n’ Roll!

June 15th–June 19th

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Dinosaur Planet

Explore a dinosaur planet together in a modded Minecraft world.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Volcano Engineering

Build volcanoes and explore earth science, tectonic systems, and engineering concepts.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Dinosaur Civilizations

Design prehistoric cities, transportation systems, and societies.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Cave Paintings

Create prehistoric art inspired by ancient cave paintings.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Ark

Survive together in a dinosaur-filled world.

Week 2 — Creepy Crawlies + Plants

June 22nd–June 26th

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Farming Paradise

Explore farming systems, crops, animals, and ecosystem design together.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Plants and Ecosystems

Explore bugs, plants, ecosystems, and biodiversity through labs.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Farms of the Future

Design futuristic farming systems and sustainable civilizations.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Nature Art

Use nature-inspired ideas to create art.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Raft

Build and survive together on the ocean.

Week 3 — Robotic Takeover

June 29th–July 3rd

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Robotics World

Explore futuristic robotics systems, machines, and automation together.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Build a Robot

Build robotics projects and explore engineering concepts.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Robot Cities

Design worlds where robots shape society, transportation, and communication.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Neon Punk

Create futuristic art inspired by neon and robotics.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Astroneer

Explore alien planets and survive together in space.

Week 4 — Magic and Science Incantations!

July 6th–July 10th

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Fantasy Adventure

Explore magical kingdoms, fantasy creatures, and mysterious worlds together.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Slime and Chemistry

Explore slime chemistry and discover how science can sometimes feel like magic.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Magical Civilizations

Design magical societies, castles, transportation systems, and fantasy stories.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Art Magic

Explore disappearing paint and magical art ideas.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Ale and Tale

Go on fantasy adventures together with camp friends.

Week 5 — Explore the Oceans

July 13th–July 17th

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Ocean Adventure

Explore underwater civilizations, sea creatures, and pirate adventures.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Ocean Navigation

Learn how sailors and pirates navigated the oceans using science and engineering.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Pirate Worlds

Design pirate islands, underwater cities, and ocean-based civilizations.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Ocean Art

Create ocean-inspired art and visual world concepts.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Subnautica 2

Survive together on an alien ocean planet. If unavailable, students will play Sea of Thieves.

Week 6 — Engines and How They Are Made!

July 20th–July 24th

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Engines and Vehicles

Explore trains, airplanes, cars, and transportation systems together.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Build a V8 Engine

Explore engineering concepts and engine systems through hands-on projects.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Future Transportation

Design futuristic cities with flying vehicles, transportation systems, and advanced technology.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Vehicle Design

Create vehicle designs inspired by invention and engineering.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Scrap Mechanic

Build machines and solve engineering challenges together.

Week 7 — Amazing Chemical Reactions

July 27th–July 31st

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Chemistry World

Explore chemistry systems and science-inspired engineering inside Minecraft.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Chemical Reactions

Explore chemistry experiments and exciting reactions through hands-on activities.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Steampunk Cities

Design worlds powered by inventions, chemistry, and advanced machinery.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Chemistry Paints

Use chemistry concepts to create your own paints and visual designs.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Escape Room Simulator 2

Solve puzzles and mysteries together as a team.

Week 8 — Let’s Harness the World of Energy!

August 3rd–August 7th

9:00–10:00 AM PSTMinecraft — Energy and Factories

Explore electricity, engineering, and automated factory systems together.

10:00–11:00 AM PSTScience — Energy Experiments

Explore electricity, motion, and energy through hands-on STEM labs.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM PSTWorld Builder — Cyberpunk Cities

Create futuristic worlds powered by energy systems, technology, and advanced engineering.

12:00–1:00 PM PSTOptional Lunch Hangout

Relax, socialize, and play games with classmates during lunch.

1:00–2:00 PM PSTArt Design Hangout — Animation

Learn about animation and create animation-inspired art.

2:00–3:00 PM PSTGame of the Week — Timberborn

Build cities and energy systems together while solving engineering challenges.

Master Builders

Weekly Class Schedule:

9 am - 10 am PST- Minecraft:

Enjoy the modded server of the week with our instructor Andrew

10 am - 11 am PST - Science exploration

Open up the lab kit of the week with our science instructor Heidi

11 am - 12 pm PST- World Builder:

Create a world of your imagination

with any tools you want. These include legos, paper + pencil, and even

Minecraft!

12 pm - 1 pm PST - Lunch Hangout

Optional hang time with your classmates

1 pm - 2 pm - Art Design Hang out

Use the materials sent to your house to make the art project of the week.

However, you can use any supplies you have at your home. The limit is only your imagination!

2 pm - 3 pm - Video Game of the week

Explore the video game of the week with your instructor Beth and your camp friends to wrap up the day!

Full Time = Access to whole day

Part Time = 2 Classes a day

Both options also include a lab kit, video game of the week, and art supplies sent to your home. Plus live instruction via zoom.

Scroll down to see the detailed breakdown for each week :D

Week 1- Volcanoes and Rock n roll!

June 15th-June 19th

Week 2-Creepy Crawlies + Plants

June 22nd- June 26th

Week 3- Robotic Takeover

June 29th-July 3rd

Week 4- Magic and science incantations!

July 13th-July 17th

Week 5- Explore the Oceans

July 13th- July 17th

Week 6- Engines and how they are made!

July 20th-July 27th

Week 7- Amazing Chemical Reactions

July 27th-July 31st

Week 8- Let’s harness the world of energy!

  • "Such a fun, well-planned camp with an amazing group of caring instructors!"

    —Former Customer

  • "Creative, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do."

    —Former Customer

  • "Beth and team are amazing. My kiddo did this last year - mostly 1:1s so he could get used to the teacher at Big Minds - and it was a great way for him in low pressure and his world of gaming to get used to Big Minds overall. Super fun, Beth is wonderful! Highly recommended."

    —Former Customer

  • "This team creates a fun space that is ND affirming and also allows kids to deep dive into their interests in a pressure free and judgment free environment."

    —Former Customer

  • "Beth and her team set up amazing interactive, fun and learning environment for kids. My teenager did their summer camp last year and loved it. "

    —Former Customer

Get started today.