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Anisa Raoof is the publisher of Kidoinfo.com. She combines being a mom with her experience as an artist, designer, psych researcher and former co-director of the Providence Craft Show to create the go-to spot for families in Rhode Island and beyond. She loves using social media to connect parents with family-related businesses and services and promoting ways for parents to engage offline with their kids.

Anisa believes in the power of working together and loves to find ways to collaborate with others. An online enthusiast, still likes to unplug often by reading books and magazines, drawing, learning to knit, making pop-up books with her two sons and listening to records with her husband.

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Going to the movies…2013 Providence Children’s Film Festival

[ 0 ] 2.14.2013 | Anisa Raoof

It’s not often that our children have access to so many quality films from around the globe—shorts, features, animation, live action, and documentaries—with an emphasis on the craft of film and storytelling and not superfluous merchandise or action figures. Now that the 2013 Providence Children’s Film Festival (and school vacation) has begun I’m taking some time off from Kidoinfo to work the festival and watch movies with my boys. Hope to see you at the movies!

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Winter Storm Survival Kit

[ 0 ] 2.7.2013 | Anisa Raoof

Check the weather and sign up school closing notifications, inventory what you already own then fill up the car with gas and make a trip to the library and grocery store to stock up on family essentials. Be prepared to spend some time indoors and outdoors the next few days—playing and digging out. During storms, when travel is tough, we often depend more on our neighbors. Pitch in when possible: Shovel out elderly/new parents, share food, and set up kid swaps.

Let’s make a kit

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Going beyond the movie: Family Film Talks planned for 2013 Providence Children’s Film Festival!

[ 0 ] 2.6.2013 | Anisa Raoof

Deepen the experience of the Providence Children’s Film Festival! Film Talks will provide additional education about challenging topics, access to film writers, directors and program staff, and the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking dialogue.

To learn more about the following films, conversations, and how to purchase tickets, visit the PCFF website.

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10 Easy DIY Valentine Projects with Kids

[ 0 ] 1.31.2013 | Anisa Raoof

Crafting with kids doesn’t need to be complicated. From simply rolling paper and tying with ribbon to wrapping hearts with yarn — pick your favorite way to make hearts this year.

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Join us at the Providence Children’s Film Festival February 14-19, 2013

[ 0 ] 1.30.2013 | Anisa Raoof

The festival presents six days of high-quality non-commercial films geared to children and youth ages 3-18. Each year, the festival showcases an exciting array of international independent features, live-action, animation and documentaries that cover a wide swath of cultural themes and global perspectives, opening the door for stimulating conversations and discussions. Tickets go on sale February 1, 2013!

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Top 20 Things to do with Kids this Winter: East Side Monthly

[ 0 ] 1.29.2013 | Anisa Raoof

Looking for something to do with the kids this winter? Here’s a list of over 20 things to do in and around Providence. Whether your children enjoy staring at the stars, talking to the animals, making stuff, hiking or watching movies – you will find plenty of ideas not only to keep them busy all winter long, but possibly inspire them to explore and discover new things!

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Inviting kids to dream big: Doodle 4 Google 2013 is open for submission!

[ 0 ] 1.28.2013 | Anisa Raoof

Doodle 4 Google is an annual program that invites K-12 students in the United States to use their artistic talents to think big and redesign the Google homepage logo (for a day) for millions to see plus win a $30,000 college scholarship, and win a $50,000 technology grant for his or her school.

Doodle 4 Google 2012 Winner Dylan Hoffman, Wisconsin
Doodle 4 Google 2012 Winner Dylan Hoffman, Wisconsin

Each year, Google selects a theme and invites kids to create their own “doodle” (one of the special Google logos you see on our homepage on various occasions). This year, they ask children to think about what their perfect day would look like.

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10 Fun Winter Activities (preferably with snow)

[ 1 ] 1.25.2013 | Anisa Raoof

From skating to snowplay, get out there and make this winter weather a family affair. While we wait for the next great snowfall, let’s get out there and start having winter fun (and yes, some of these are great for snowy days).

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Providence Children Seeking Bilingual Tutors

[ 0 ] 1.23.2013 | Anisa Raoof

Providence is seeking bilingual volunteers for Leyendo, a new tutoring program named after the Spanish word for ‘reading.’

Leyendo is a service-based initiative to boost reading levels for Providence students who are not reading on grade level and speak a language other than English at home. The program will serve 50 second- and third-grade English Language Learners at Carl Lauro Elementary School who have been identified as struggling readers.

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High school mentors wanted for Providence after-school initiative

[ 0 ] 1.22.2013 | Anisa Raoof

The Providence After School Alliance (PASA) is looking for high school students to mentor students in four city middle schools. Approximately 100 students from Roger Williams, Gilbert Stuart, Hopkins and DelSesto middle schools will participate. High school mentors will work with City Year to help eighth-graders make the transition to high school. The program includes [...]

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