Homeschool hub: Atlanta

Two-hour, grade-banded drop-off program with hands-on activities and Zoo tours. Fall themes: K–2 "The Needs to Succeed", 3–5 "Grossology", 6–8 "Mythological Mysteries", 9–12 "Sci-Fi Science".

• Ages: Grades K–12 (register in the correct grade band)
• Cost: $45 per program or $130 per semester; members $40 per program or $105 per semester
• When: Wednesdays: Nov 11 and Dec 9, 2026 (Sept 9 and Oct 21 sessions already closed) · 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

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K–12 homeschool day with standards-based activities, guest speakers, access to some exclusive areas and admission to all galleries. Topics: Nov 10 "MOVEmber", Dec 8 "Dashing Through the Zones", Jan 12 whales, Feb 9 symbiosis, Mar 9 women in STEM.

• Ages: Grades K–12
• Cost: Not listed on source page (ticket price shown at checkout). Every student needs a program ticket; adults need one unless they hold an active membership.
• When: Second Tuesday of each month, September–March · 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (check-in ends 12 p.m.)

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Monthly themed program with 3–4 timed activities, hands-on artifact exploration and a craft station. Upcoming themes: Historical Hoaxes (Nov 19), STEAM Through the Museum (Jan 21), Civil Rights Tour of Georgia (Feb 18), Native Georgia (Apr 15).

• Ages: Elementary to middle school students and their families
• Cost: Included with museum admission (admission price not listed on this page)
• When: Third Thursday of the month · 10 a.m.

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Families and small groups (under 10 students) get the student field-trip discount and can join daily drop-in programs. Groups of 10+ also get discounted adult tickets and one free chaperone per 10 students.

• Ages: Not listed on source
• Cost: "Standard field trip rates" for students (amount not listed on this page). Under 10 students: regular adult prices. 10+ students: group adult prices.
• When: Any day the museum is open · Not listed on source

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Docent-led tours on archaeology, conservation, world religion and art history. Themed Homeschool Days combine tours with hands-on art-making (dates are on the museum calendar, not this page).

• Ages: All ages; pricing bands 0–5 and 6–17
• Cost: Ages 5 and under free; ages 6–17 $8 each; one adult free per 10 children; additional adults $10
• When: Tours Tuesday–Friday · 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. (the page prints "10 p.m., 11 p.m." — likely a typo)

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Life science, botanical and environmental studies day at the Garden.

• Ages: Not listed on source
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Friday, May 21, 2027 (the 2026 date has passed) · Not listed on source

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Multi-age, Georgia-standards-based science programs designed for homeschool groups (not a full museum tour; you can explore afterward).

• Ages: Multi-age (specific ages not listed)
• Cost: $12 per student (10-student minimum); parents and chaperones $20 or membership; planetarium add-on $2.50
• When: 2026–27 school year (registration opened May 18, 2026) · Not listed on source

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Quarterly series with themed programs, live animals and science activities. Homeschool parents also get 10% off at the Nature Store during Homeschool Science days.

• Ages: Ages 5+
• Cost: $70 per student non-member; $50 member
• When: Quarterly, second Tuesdays (next listed: Nov 10, 2026) · 1:30–3 p.m.

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Drop-off day of environmental studies, nature, heritage and general science, with games, crafts and preserve exploration. Themes: Bugs (Nov 5), Birds (Nov 12), Colors of the Wild (Nov 19), Composting & Nature's Recyclers (Dec 3), Population Study (Dec 10), Nature's Artists (Dec 17).

• Ages: Ages 5–14
• Cost: $50 per session; $45 for family-level members
• When: Thursdays: Nov 5, 12, 19 and Dec 3, 10, 17, 2026 · 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Drop-off outdoor nature and science class led by naturalists: plant ID, weather, life cycles, games, crafts and experiments.

• Ages: Grades K–5
• Cost: $55 per day non-members; 10% off for members
• When: Thursdays, fall semester (began Sept 17, 2026) · 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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Classroom lessons on nature, science and technology from early childhood to high school; parents and siblings can explore the grounds meanwhile. Environmental Expedition is a 2-hour guided program.

• Ages: Expedition ages 5–12; classes early childhood–high school
• Cost: Homeschool classes: not listed on source. Environmental Expedition: $8 per person.
• When: By reservation · Expedition: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–3 p.m.

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Art class plus a tour of related artwork. Nov 6: "Birds Eye View Mixed Media". Dec 4: "Pastel, Stamps and Paint".

• Ages: Ages 7–12
• Cost: $12 non-members; $10 members
• When: Fridays: Nov 6 and Dec 4, 2026 · 1–2:30 p.m.

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Monthly, Georgia-standards-aligned outdoor science field classes for homeschool families.

• Ages: Grades K–12
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Monthly (dates not listed on this page) · Not listed on source

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National Park Service education programs; the reservation form lists home school groups among eligible audiences.

• Ages: Not listed on source
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: School year: self-guided Mon–Fri; guided usually Mon–Thu (limited Fridays) · Not listed on source

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Homeschool families and groups may attend student matinees; there is no minimum ticket count.

• Ages: Not listed on source
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Per season matinee schedule (not listed on the FAQ page) · Not listed on source

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Weekly homeschool physical education class run by a homeschool network.

• Ages: "Kids of all ages"
• Cost: $7 per child per week (coaches' children free)
• When: Mondays, August–April (no classes in December or May) · 1:30–3 p.m.

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Weekly homeschool physical education class run by a homeschool network.

• Ages: "Kids of all ages"
• Cost: $7 per child per week (coaches' children free)
• When: Wednesdays, August–April (no classes in December or May) · 1:30–3 p.m.

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Cobb's Fall 2026 Activity Guide lists a weekly Homeschool Hangout at Boots Ward Recreation Center and homeschool PE and drawing classes.

• Ages: Not listed on source
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Weekly (day, time and price are in the activity guide PDF; not checked) · Not listed on source

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All-ages homeschool public skate sessions.

• Ages: All ages
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: August 2026–April 2027 (days and times not listed on the location page; see the monthly calendar) · Not listed on source

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Homeschool skateboarding program for beginners and experienced skaters, with an open house to try the park.

• Ages: Not listed on source
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Not listed on source · Not listed on source

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Stroke technique and conditioning with a certified coach (no meets). A Home School Team (12 and under) also swims meets.

• Ages: Clinic: not listed; Team: 12 and under
• Cost: Stroke clinic $180 per 6-week session, no registration fee, $5 sibling/multi-class discount. Team: regular team prices plus $70 registration.
• When: Mondays and Fridays; Session 2: Feb 16–Mar 27 (2027, per the 2026–27 season) · 10–11 a.m.

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Beginner swim lessons for home school groups taught by certified water safety instructors.

• Ages: Ages 5–13
• Cost: $65 residents / $80 non-residents
• When: Oct 27–Dec 15, 2026, Tuesdays (description also says Tuesdays/Thursdays) · 9:30–10:15 a.m.

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Classical-art homeschool art groups (drawing and painting, step-by-step progressive exercises), mixed ages and levels. New homeschool art groups can be formed in your area with 4 or more students.

• Ages: Groups for ages 6–10 and 10–18; age 14+ can join the adult class in Roswell
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Not listed on source · Not listed on source

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Year-after-year homeschool art curriculum; ages 9+ follow the Art 1 curriculum (line, value, texture).

• Ages: Homeschooled students ages 5+
• Cost: Not listed on source
• When: Page says "convenient daily class times"; duration and class size "TBD" · Not listed on source

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Up to six free general admissions. Children must be with a parent. Not valid for audio tours, special exhibits or programs.

• Ages: All ages
• Cost: Free with a Georgia public library card
• When: Museum open days · Not listed on source

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Four general admissions during normal hours. Not valid for special events or exhibits; may be limited to one use per family per day.

• Ages: All ages
• Cost: Free with a Georgia public library card
• When: Center open days · Not listed on source

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Admits four people to the World of Puppetry Museum, OR 25% off one All-Inclusive Ticket with code LIBRARY; not valid online or with other discounts).

• Ages: All ages
• Cost: Free with a Georgia public library card
• When: Museum open days · Not listed on source

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Up to four free admissions.

• Ages: All ages
• Cost: Free with a Georgia public library card
• When: Center open days · Not listed on source

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ParkPass hangtag: free parking at every Georgia state park and historic site (parking only). Historic Site Family Pass: two free general admissions to any Georgia historic site. A Discovery Backpack (binoculars and field guides) can be borrowed too.

• Ages: All ages
• Cost: Free with a Georgia public library card
• When: Any open day · Not listed on source

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Michaels' own policy lists "teachers who work in ... home schools" under who qualifies for its 15% teacher discount. Many items are excluded (for example clearance, books, classes and some brands), so check the list on the policy page.

• Ages: For the parent-teacher
• Cost: Free to join (Michaels Rewards)
• When: Year-round
• Proof needed: Verify as a teacher in Michaels Rewards (checked by a third-party service) with a document showing your name, your school or organization, and your status. Michaels says a valid educator ID lets you make 3 purchases while verification finishes.

Apple's Education Sales Policy says any K-12 employee is eligible for education pricing, "including homeschool teachers."

• Ages: For the parent-teacher
• Cost: Education prices (vary by product)
• When: Year-round
• Proof needed: Apple may ask for extra qualifying information before it accepts an order, and it audits education purchases, so keep documents that show you homeschool. Yearly limits apply (for example one MacBook and two iPads per year).

A homeschool convention where you can see and buy curriculum and books on site, hear speakers, and search a directory of tutors, co-ops, classes and support groups.

• Ages: All ages (parents shop and attend speakers)
• Cost: See site
• When: Fri.–Sat., July 30–31, 2027. The next date is the only one the page shows.

A consignment-style sale of homeschool curriculum, books and teaching aids, with a sellers-only preview sale before it opens to shoppers.

• Ages: Homeschool families
• Cost: Free to shop
• When: A yearly spring sale. The latest was May 21–23, 2026 (half-price day on the last morning). The page has not posted the next date.

The Happy Black Parent and guests bring stories, educational resources and group activities, with an outdoor part when the weather allows and a separate Teen Lounge. Homeschool and non-homeschool families are welcome.

• Ages: Families; separate Teen Lounge for teens
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Select Mondays: Nov 9, Nov 16 and Dec 14, 2026 · 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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The Happy Black Parent leads simple coding, math games and activities, and makerspace tables for homeschool families.

• Ages: Homeschooling families with children from tots to teens
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Monday, Nov 30, 2026 · 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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Homeschooled youth build technology projects (coding, A.I., video editing and more) with We Create Tech at the Teen Tech Center.

• Ages: Ages 10–17
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Wednesday, Dec 9, 2026 · 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Weekday tech sessions for homeschool teens: Mondays Virtual Reality (Oculus headsets), Tuesdays Digital Arts (photography, video and editing), Wednesdays Coding & Robotics, Thursdays 3D Printing & Drawing (3D models, or graphic design in Adobe Creative Cloud or Paint), Fridays Recording Studio (GarageBand).

• Ages: Homeschool teens (exact ages not listed)
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Mondays–Fridays through Dec 18, 2026 (no sessions Nov 11, Nov 23–27 or Dec 9 on the calendar) · 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Educational program for homeschool families to learn and build community.

• Ages: Recommended for elementary school students
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Thursdays: Nov 12 and Dec 10, 2026 · 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

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Time with other homeschool families; sessions include crafting days and guest speakers.

• Ages: Ages 5–12
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Fridays: Oct 30 and Nov 13, 2026 · 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

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Interactive stories about Georgia's Native American tribes for Native American Heritage Month.

• Ages: Ages 6–11
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026 · 1–2 p.m.

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Three monthly programs for homeschoolers: 1st Thursday STEM/animals/nature (Nov 5: weather preparedness with Cobb's crisis coordinator), 2nd Thursday Expressive Movement, 3rd Thursday arts and crafts (Nov 19: Art Week).

• Ages: Ages 5–12
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays monthly (Nov 5 and Nov 19 confirmed on source pages) · 11 a.m.–12 p.m. (art class entry closes 11:15)

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Parents connect and share resources while children work together on lessons.

• Ages: Ages 5–17 (elementary, tweens, teens)
• Cost: No fee listed (public library program)
• When: Monday, Nov 9, 2026 · 1:30–3:30 p.m.

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