Homeschool Programs

2022-23: Earth Cycles
November through April
Monthly on the first Thursday, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. - In-person outdoors at the Science Center
Monthly on the second Thursday, 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. - Virtual wrap-up with a live animal

This educational series is specifically for homeschooled students. Programs focus on the cycles you can observe in the natural world. Topics include rock cycle, water cycle, life cycles, and more!

In-person Outdoor Program: (First Thursday of the month, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m)
Two sessions offered: Ages 4 to 6 or Ages 7 to 10
November 3, December 1, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6

Virtual Live Animal Presentation: (Second Thursday of the month, 10:00 to 10:30 a.m.)
For all ages
November 10, December 8, January 12, February 9, March 9, April 14

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

Our 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.

School Group Programs

For questions or to schedule your homeschool program email

Homeschool programs at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Terra Fletcher, 10/30/21
Loved this place when I was seven and love it still. It's only gotten better, while keeping a lot of the charming natural interactive pieces that I remember. Even now I had a lot of TIL moments. We went when it was raining so it was pretty quiet, and all of the animal enclosures have covered areas so we didn't even get too wet. Animals looked healthy and calm as well.
Ariana Hernandez, 10/27/19
I love this place! It's like a zoo. You see different creatures and read little cool facts about New Hampshire's wild life on the way of the paths you walk. But, it's not only just all walking, you could also visit the play ground they have so your kids could have fun and a educational time.
Bryan Doyon, 10/11/21
Fun experience with wild animals and interactive exhibits. The animals are local wild species and fun to see up close and the information on them is presented in an engaging way for children. The walk around the loop can take a few hours depending on how long you spend at each stop but it's an enjoyable time and a great place for families.
Stephen Trajeski, 07/18/22
This is a really big nature center with Science involved. Good for the kids and adults to learn some everyday things about animals and insects. Love the big moving insects as you walk through the park. Would of gave it 5 starts but most of the animals were not even there. The costs is $22 for Adults fyi. It was a nice donation!
Virginia Alvord, 05/25/20
I don't think I have missed a single summer of visiting the Science Center in 50 years. My kids are teenagers now and they still like to bring their friends here, walk the trails and see the animals. An amazing way to learn about and appreciate our surroundings.