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Discoveries in the Desert

STEM field trips and hands-on enrichment programs for kids in Phoenix. Designed for Pre-K through 8th grade homeschool students and learning communities. A fun and engaging way to get kids excited about learning!

Learning Beyond The Classroom

Discoveries in the Desert offers engaging homeschool field trips in Arizona and enrichment programs in Phoenix designed to bring learning beyond the classroom. Our thoughtfully designed programs combine hands-on education, real-world exploration, and meaningful connection through immersive experiences at museums, aquariums, zoos, nature preserves, and other educational venues across the Valley. Each Discovery Program includes a comprehensive pre-visit education packet aligned with Arizona state standards, helping students build background knowledge and arrive prepared to fully engage in the experience.

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Programs also include a guided welcome activity and on-site STEM labs or learning guides, with the owner present at every program to support students and ensure a well-structured, engaging experience. Designed for homeschool families, microschools, and co-ops, these programs support academic growth while helping families connect and build community. Discoveries in the Desert is a ClassWallet Direct Pay vendor accepting Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) funds. Custom programs are available with flexible scheduling, including single experiences or multi-venue learning series tailored to your group’s goals.

AZ Standards Aligned Education

AZ Standards-Aligned Education Packets

ESA Funds Accepted at Discoveries AZ

ClassWallet Vendor for Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) Funds

Enrichment Programs that build Community Arizona

Social Connection & Community Building

Kids Building Project

Our Mission

Students remember what they explore, and love what they understand. At Discoveries in the Desert, we provide engaging hands-on learning experiences for kids in Arizona that inspire curiosity, build understanding, and help students learn through real-world exploration.

How It Works

1

Select & Book Your Program 

Choose an educational program that aligns with your teachings and sparks excitement in your student.

2

Complete The Education Packet

Complete the STEAM, grade-band–specific education packet aligned to Arizona standards.

3

Meet At the Venue & Have FUN!

Meet at the venue on program day, with all details and materials sent by email the week prior.

Explore. Learn. 
DISCOVER.

Get your students excited about learning with hands-on educational experiences.

Book today!

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Outdoor Exploration Activity

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