We are Boston, MA homeschoolers. Below are local and online resources our family uses.
Boston Sports
Boston Centers for Youth & Families
For a small fee, your family can become members and enjoy unlimited access to their facilities, programs and services. We love the pools.
Franklin Park Tennis Association*
They are great with the kids. Adults have free classes too.
Starting at 3, this dance school is the only one I am aware of that teaches African dance and celebrates Black culture.
Soccer starts at 4 years old for a small fee.
Master Swaby is great with the kids. I'm impressed that children spar as young as 4 years old.
Boston Mom Support
Inspiring and resourceful womyn
Curriculum & Readings
Online educational and fun curriculum for ages 0 to 7.
Five basic ways to give baby a healthy start.
Black Children's Books & Authors
A great online bookstore. We subscribe for book recommendations.
Loads of information of black history around the world.
Here are some of our favorite books that you can either purchase or get from your local library.
Family owned and operated book store.
A comprehension list of recognized and unrecognized Black intellectuals who made undeniable impacts on our world.
We have not tried out their products yet, but it's the first African-centered curriculum I am aware of out there.
A family operated book store.
The Black Inventor Online Museum*
A healthy list of amazing black inventors.
Places We Visit in Boston
Play to learn all day. Get free passes from the library or go Fridays after 5pm for $1.
So many books, activities, cool people. I'm sure every branch is amazing...Just Go!
Great way to start baby in routine and build community. Once a week class with baby & caregiver.
Fields Corner Children Thrive*
A lot of family-friendly activities
Thought provoking workshops on how to be a better parent.
Story time and chance to pet domestic animals at the MSPCA (animal shelter)
While they do have free events and online quests, they also offer very interesting nature classes for kids (for a small fee).
Museum of Science*
The Discovery Center is great for 0-3 year olds. Explore with the family. Get free passes from library.
The Museum of the National Center For Afro-American Artists
also known as the black head museum, this place is a hidden gem
An app listing events in our community. I believe you have to contact them to get access to the app.
Online Subscriptions
I read to stay updated on our community as well as to find local events.
I skim to find local family events
Great site for last minute activity ideas.
Another hub to find great events.
*free or has free activities