Homeschool Programs

The 2019-2020 Homeschool Series are:

Get HAPI!

Ages 7 to 10
Thursdays, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
November 7 (Adaptations); December 5 (Nocturnal Animals and their Adaptations); January 9 (Interrelationships); February 6 (Populations); March 5 (Habitats); April 2 (Ecosystems)
The primary interpretive focus of the Science Center’s programs and exhibits is community ecology, which has four major concepts: Habitats, Adaptations, Populations, and Interrelationships (HAPI). Join us with your child to investigate these topics in depth.

Cost: $9/member child per session; $11/non-member child per session
An adult must participate with children at no additional cost. Each additional adult pays child fee.

All About Series

Ages 4 to 6
Thursdays, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
November 7 (Porcupines); December 5 (Hawks); January 9 (Skunks); February 6 (Groundhogs); March 5 (Owls); April 2 (Turtles)
Join us with your child to learn all about New Hampshire wildlife. Each session considers a different group of living things through activities, hands-on experiences, and a meeting with a live animal.

Cost: $9/member child per session; $11/non-member child per session
An adult must participate with children at no additional cost. Each additional adult pays child fee.

Homeschool programs are aligned to Next Generation Science Standards and NH College and Career Ready Science Standards. Homeschool groups qualify for school rates and custom programs.

For questions or to schedule your homeschool program contact Sarah Wall, Visitor Services Manager, at 603-968-7194 x 47 or email

Homeschool programs at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Kimberly Wright, 06/12/19
We enjoyed our visit to Squam Lakes Nature Center. The exhibits were informative and animals were out and about. Nice clear trails to walk. The kids interactive play area and barn was impressive. The gift shop was a bonus-with many books and misc items to purchase. We were interested in the lake cruise but unfortunately it was not available due to school groups on the day of our visit. Keep up the good work for New Hampshire nature!
Evan bleakney, 05/28/19
Amazing way to learn and be amazed with wildlife and very kid friends has a interactive play ground and told can learn while playing there
John Cook, 10/19/19
Each and every time we visit the center it never ceases to amaze us. At certain locations there is a need for personal interaction with staff providing more information and answering questions. Static exhibits are boring and uninteresting. The animated prehistoric reptiles were stimulating. An impromptu meeting with staffer handling an injured raptor and the information she provided while standing in the rain was exceptional. Please watch your prices!
Laura Himes, 01/09/20
Kids loved this place. The dinosaur exhibit is awesome and it’s very educational in many different ways. A place to return to for sure!
Nick Phelps, 05/04/19
Great NH Day for Familia!! There's many added Attractions for the kiddos and always interesting things for Adults Aswell