182: "Oh, The Places You Will Go" – Ocean State Kids with Marial Leisge

Episode 182: "Oh, The Places You Will Go" – Ocean State Kids with Marial Leisge

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour with Marial Leisge, founder of Ocean State Kids, a nonprofit supporting parents as their child’s most influential teacher. In this Circle Member Tour & Talk, we explore the many programs Ocean State Kids offers across Rhode Island, from outdoor learning spaces to hands-on experiences that nurture curiosity, creativity, and connection in children.

💡 Circle Members get exclusive access to the full photo tour! Become a member today to go behind the scenes and see how Ocean State Kids empowers families to support their children’s growth.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:

Stories and photos from Ocean State Kids’ programs across Rhode Island.

How Marial fosters exploration, independence, and playful learning.

Inspiration for parents, educators, and caregivers to create meaningful, nature-based experiences for children.

About Marial Leisge:

Marial Leisge is the founder of Ocean State Kids, a thriving community that helps parents become their child’s most influential teacher. A former branding and marketing professional, she shifted her career to education after her own journey into motherhood inspired a passion for supporting children and families in new, intentional ways.

Marial is a CIRCLE Member and part of the Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification program, deepening her expertise in nature-based learning, child development, and inclusive education. Her experiences as a mother to her son Otto, a Gestalt Language Processor, have shaped her approach to creating programs that honor children’s unique learning styles, foster confidence, and encourage curiosity.

Whether she’s leading outdoor programs, crafting parent-centered workshops, or simply enjoying a moment of wonder with her own family, Marial is dedicated to building communities where children can explore, grow, and thrive—and where parents are empowered to guide them every step of the way.

🎧 Tune in and see the places young learners—and their guides—can go!

🌱 A Note for Potential Sponsors

As we head into 2026, Outdoor Classrooms is seeking values-aligned sponsors who believe in nature-based education, community-centered learning, and teaching beyond walls.

If that sounds like you—or someone you know—we’d love to connect.

🔗 Learn More & Stay Connected:

FREE Resource: www.outdoor-classrooms.com

🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)

Resources & Links:

🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program

🎓 Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp

🎓 Seasonal Masterclass Bundle (includes Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass)

🎓 Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course

🌸 CIRCLE Membership for Educators

🌿 30-Day Gratitude in Nature Challenge

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