In the program, kids in third through fifth grade got the chance to learn about real-world technology in fun ways.

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - The Children's Museum of Illinois and Greater St. Louis Area Scouting partnered to host Twilight STEM camp. In the program, kids in third through fifth grade got the chance to learn about real-world technology in fun ways.

"We learned how to build two planes and to make them fly," said William, a program participant. "It's like these long planes where it goes straight, and the other one goes in a loop-de-loop and around." 

The students learned the basics of design and used that knowledge to create different shapes of paper planes. 

The students were also given an introduction to 3D printers and coding robots. 

"The reason why STEM is so important to me, or why I think it is because I learn new things," William said. "And plus it's fun. And it gets more fun the more you do." 

Each participant got a base lesson in a variety of STEM concepts. Instructors hope they would grow their passion for specific activities. 

"I like Ozobots and how to write and code them," said Ewan, a program participant. "And I am going to love 3D printing." 

The Children's Museum of Illinois and Greater St. Louis Area Scouting both frequently host STEM camps and events.

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