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.

After eight years as a public school special education teacher, Alex made the courageous decision to step away from the traditional classroom to create something more meaningful — for herself, her daughter, and the next generation of learners. She is now leading the new Forest Ferns Co-op, a preschool homeschool program rooted in nature-based education, all while taking her Outdoor Classroom Teacher Certification.

Amid fresh flowers, apple pie, and a circle of parents who understand, we rediscovered the wild wonder of childhood — and the ways Ocean State Kids continues to grow, evolve, and rise with every season.

An incredible morning exploring the vibrant life of a working farm with the Owl Adventure Club.

A seaside adventure to Jamestown, where our mission was simple yet exhilarating—harvesting clams at low tide, secretly thrilled for dinner.

Perfect for tiny hands and big imaginations. While we might not be nest-building experts, we sure know how to tangle up some fun!

One of our recent activities, Hammer Ice Smash, turned into a fantastic sensory experience that captivated our group for over an hour!

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

Outdoor Nature Art activities invites children to delve into their feelings while engaging with the natural world around them.

Celebrating one year of empowering families to embrace the beauty of childhood through outdoor learning and nature play.

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

Discover the joy of creating Rainbow Sand Jars with Ocean State Kids!