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Homeschool hub: Boise

Homeschool days and rates, free passes, educator discounts that include homeschool teachers, curriculum swaps, book sales and daytime library programs. Every card links to the venue's, store's or library's own page.

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2educator discounts that include homeschool teachers
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How this list works. We copy details from each venue's, store's or library's own page and show the date we last checked. Cards marked "Also on our Boise page" are the same listings as on our main Boise page, shown here so you don't have to hunt for them. For discounts we only list stores whose own policy names homeschool teachers, and we note the proof they ask for. Stores can change their rules at the register, so check before you buy. We are not affiliated with any venue or store here.

🎟️ Homeschool days, discounts & free passes (5)

Museums, parks and nature sites with homeschool days or homeschool rates, free passes you can borrow with a library card, and stores whose own policy says their teacher discount includes homeschool teachers.

Homeschool days & homeschool rates (3)

Homeschool Zoo at Zoo Boise

Also on our Boise page
Zoo Boise

Wednesday morning homeschool classes for kids. Remaining fall classes: Oct 28 Animal Behavior (grades 6–11), Nov 4 Helping the Wild (K–1), Nov 11 Old & Zoo (grades 2–3), Nov 18 Mapping Habitats (grades 4–5) and Dec 2 Vet Science (grades 6–11).

  • Ages: Grades K–11 (kids only)
  • Cost: $18 per child per day for grades K–3, $27 per child per day for grades 4–11
  • When: Wed Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 18 and Dec 2, 2026 · 9–11 a.m. for grades K–3, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. for grades 4–11

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Source: Zoo Boise: Current zoo programs. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool Days at the Discovery Center of Idaho

Also on our Boise page
Discovery Center of Idaho

A Monday for homeschool families to explore the museum on their own. Both remaining 2026 days feature the exhibit The Lost World of Dragons (Nov 16 and Dec 14). Each group may attend one Homeschool Day per exhibit.

  • Ages: Homeschool families
  • Cost: $15 per chaperone and $10 per child. No member discount. All sales final.
  • When: Mon Nov 16 and Mon Dec 14, 2026 · Check in between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.

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Source: Discovery Center of Idaho: Homeschool Days. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

City of Boise Youth Homeschool Adventures

Also on our Boise page
City of Boise Parks and Recreation

The City says WaterShed, Boise Urban Garden School, Foothills Learning Center and Zoo Boise each offer opportunities for homeschoolers. Sign up through the City's online registration system.

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

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Source: City of Boise: Youth Homeschool Adventures. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Educator discounts that include homeschool teachers (2)

Michaels: 15% teacher discount

Educator discount
Area: Michaels stores in the Boise area, and online

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.
Source: Their own page (michaels.com) · Michaels teacher discount page. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Apple: education pricing

Educator discount
Area: Apple Store online and Apple Stores in the Boise area

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).
Source: Their own page (apple.com). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

📚 Library programs (2)

Library programs just for homeschool families.

Library programs (2)

Homeschool Huddle at the Library! at Cole & Ustick

FreeAlso on our Boise page
Boise Public Library, Cole & Ustick branch

A free hands-on STEAM program for kids, with rotating topics. The library says all families are welcome even if you do not homeschool, and caregivers are encouraged to stay and chat. The next session is Perler bead creations, and the one after is a winter paint-along (Dec 10).

  • Ages: Kids ages 6–11
  • Cost: Free
  • When: Thu Nov 12 and Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 2–3 p.m.

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Source: Boise Public Library: Homeschool Huddle - Perler Bead Creations. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.