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The Sticker Revival • Send Otto Some Mail
The Sticker Revival is our way of rebuilding a sentimental piece of furniture that we lost during our mold remediation this past Spring. Send Otto a sticker in the mail!


Let's Make A Home Video | How Media Brought Us Closer Together
The VHS tape might be gone, but let’s not let the “home video” fade away. What began as a speech therapy recommendation slowly became something else entirely: a way to understand how he communicates, what he notices, and how he connects. This essay explores autism, memory, media, and the unexpected realization that sometimes the strongest relationships are built by learning how someone else sees you.


There's a Nervous System Therapy That Nobody is Talking About | PEMF Therapy
If you’re a parent who is looking for an alternative way to support your child’s nervous system, PEMF Therapy may be something worth exploring with curiosity, just like we did.


Top 25 Kid-Approved Plants & Flowers To Grow
What makes a plant irresistible to children? Understand the key qualities and check out the Top 25 Kid-Approved Plants & Flowers To Grow


Let's Prioritize The Support of Intrinsic Motivation
The real risk isn’t that we won’t understand what a child is doing. It’s that we’ll step in too soon and stop it. Learn more about Intrinsic Motivation and ways you can support it.


The Weight of Being Needed
A personal narrative that reflects on the unseen beginnings and where motherhood, memory, and responsibility quietly intersect with a harsh truth. It explores the discomfort of visibility, the weight many parents carry without naming, and the longing for spaces that ask nothing of us but presence.


"Take A Deep Breath Mommy"
My son rarely has meltdowns. Instead, he goes quiet. He internalizes his sadness in ways that are far harder for me to witness than any outburst. This is a reflection on raising a deeply sensitive little boy, on the moments that feel small to adults but enormous to children, and on the work of creating a space where all emotions—especially the quiet ones—are welcome.


The Magic Was Never Pretend
Every day spent in nature with our children… is another chance to lift the veil and remember that the magic was never pretend.


Starting From Scratch with The Cosmos
Ocean State Kids is deeply grateful to Sofia Sinclair and her family’s restaurant, YaiYai’s Cafe in Middletown, RI, for their generous donation. Sofia, an inspiring mother, entrepreneur, and longtime supporter, embodies wholehearted wellness and community. Her thoughtful gift fuels our mission, reminding us that the greatest growth often comes from friendship, shared values, and the courage to start fresh—from scratch.


Nature Guardians: The Gentle Rebellions of Ocean State Kids
Last night was our first-ever Nature Guardian meeting: a gathering of the most passionate, invested, wildly brave parents who have shaped Ocean State Kids into what it is today.


Breaking Ice with Handmade Wooden Hammers: A Creative Outdoor Learning Activity
One of our recent activities, Hammer Ice Smash, turned into a fantastic sensory experience that captivated our group for over an hour!


Winter Clothing Recommendations for Outdoor Learning & Nature Play
A comprehensive guide to winter gear for families participating in the Ocean State Kids Outdoor Learning & Nature Play Programs.


Don't Stump Your Feelings: Use Nature To Help Your Kids Understand Their Emotions
Outdoor Nature Art activities invites children to delve into their feelings while engaging with the natural world around them.


Ocean State Kids Celebrates One Year Anniversary of Protecting Childhood Through Outdoor Learning + Nature Play
Celebrating one year of empowering families to embrace the beauty of childhood through outdoor learning and nature play.


Finding Purpose in Motherhood
A True Story of Finding Purpose in Motherhood & A Community Event That Raise Over $11,000 for Outdoor Education
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