The live animal exhibit trail and all hiking trails are CLOSED.
Homeschool program at the Science Center

Homeschool Programs

Hands-on Learning for Homeschoolers

First Thursday of each month November-April
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 4 to 6 and ages 7 to 10

Join us at this monthly series for homeschooled students to learn about the natural world through hands-on activities and investigations. We will wrap up each program with a visit with one of our live animal ambassadors.

Advance registration is required. If a session is full, we will open a second timeslot from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. Register for one program or attend the whole series. Activities take place both indoors and outdoors. Dress to be outdoors with insulated boots, hats, gloves, jackets, and warm layers when appropriate.

Cost per session: $12/member child; $15/non-member child

An adult must participate with children at no additional cost. Each additional adult pays child fee.

 

2024 Program Topics Ages 4-6:
  • November 7 – Plant Parts: Structures and Functions
  • December 5 – Animal Parts: Structures and Functions
  • January 2 – Animal Adaptations
  • February 6 – Track Detectives: Reading Animal Tracks & Signs in the Snow
  • March 6 – Heredity: Variation of Traits
  • April 3 – Insect Adventure
2024 Program Topics Ages 7-10:
  • November 7 – Weathering and Erosion
  • December 5 – Structural Adaptations in Plants
  • January 2 – Structural Adaptations in Mammals
  • February 6 – Animal Tracks in the Snow
  • March 6 – Structural Adaptations in Birds & Reptiles
  • April 3 – Senses: Animals Respond to Stimuli
 

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.

 

For questions or to schedule your homeschool program email schools@nhnature.org
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