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Teaching character education one pillar at a time – Part 1: Trustworthiness
Published on November 8, 2017
Now more than ever, we need to continue the teaching of character education and focusing on the six pillars of character, starting with trustworthiness. -
How to start a 4-H horse judging team
Published on November 8, 2017
Learn tips from coaches and leaders on how to develop a successful 4-H horse judging team. -
Thanksgiving turkeys: To buy or to raise?
Published on November 8, 2017
Ever thought about raising your own Thanksgiving turkey? Here are some considerations on taking the plunge and raising turkeys or sourcing them from local producers for your Thanksgiving meal. -
Forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors
Published on November 8, 2017
Add some color to this winter by forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors and explore the science behind it. -
Teaching character education one pillar at a time – Part 2: Respect
Published on November 8, 2017
In this second article dealing with character education, we will be looking at respect and learning some tips to share with youth. -
What is LABO and why does Michigan continue their 45-year international exchange partnership?
Published on November 1, 2017
Japanese partner LABO and Michigan 4-H have continued their commitment of international exchange for 45 years. Learn more about the cultural significance for these Japanese students. -
4-H club openers focusing on the dairy project
Published on November 1, 2017
When beginning a 4-H club, consider these great opener questions to get youth to focus on goals, careers and further ideas using the dairy project as an example. -
4-H experiences shape career goals
Published on November 1, 2017
Reflections from Michigan 4-H State Youth Leadership Council member Emma Young. -
Chapins mark retirement with new 4-H endowment
Published on October 31, 2017
Julie and Larry Chapin have created a new 4-H endowment in honor of their retirements. -
The unexpected, interesting things you learn by hosting an international exchange student
Published on October 30, 2017
You can learn some unexpected and interesting things when hosting an international exchange student, like the story of potatoes and the United States.