Homeschool Programs

Our Homeschool Series is virtual for 2020-2021 and runs monthly from November through April. Sessions are for ages 4 to 10.

Observe, Discover, and Explore: Virtual Homeschool Series

Ages 4 to 10
First and Second Thursdays, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
November 5, 12, December 3, 10, January 7, 14, February 4, 11, March 4, 11, April 1, 8
Observe, discover, and explore phenomena in the natural world as a scientist does, through this monthly virtual series for homeschool students. The first Thursday of each month, a seasonal topic is introduced and students are given an outdoor investigation to complete at home. The investigations use materials readily available at home and are suitable for different age groups. On the second Thursday of each month, students share their observations and discoveries, and meet a live animal related to the topic. Students may complete monthly journal pages and explore additional resources on the homeschool series private webpage. Each program will be recorded and available to view for a limited time after each program. An adult must participate with each child or children at no extra cost. The virtual sessions will be held via Zoom, with links provided upon registration. Advance registration and payment required.

Cost: $9/member child; $11/non-member child per month; or $18/member family; $22/non-member family per month

Homeschool programs at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

hi Take, 10/10/20
Great nature trail for kids. You can see approximately 10 animals in the trail for about 1 hour. A lot of educational resources in the exhibit. Additionally, there’s friendly crew.
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!
Spookymumma Baker, 08/06/19
Favorite place to go with the kids! We get a membership every year and it’s extremely worth it!!! Love all the animals and play areas for kids, let’s them be independent enough that moms and dads still feel good about it. I remember going here as a child and I am so thankful my kids get to as well! The trail takes about an hour ish or more depending on how long you spend at each exhibit. The dinosaurs that they have short term are some of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. Over all: go here, is amazing!
Jacquelyn Domaingue, 08/11/19
Lots of wildlife to see and many exhibits for children of all ages to interact with. A great (and fun) "learning" center. There was a fantastic Dinosaur exhibit while we were there, and I hope you get to see it. We had a wonderful day's outing here!
Maria Dz, 09/23/20
The Turkey Vulture is really interesting. Nice walk. Some of the animals are aging out 🤔 Great for children. One black bear!