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Tips for developing self-esteem in children
Published on September 7, 2012
Self-esteem is imperative to a child’s success; explore these suggestions for easy ways to build self-esteem in your children. -
Pet therapy: A community service with benefits for all involved
Published on September 7, 2012
Dogs, cats, goats, birds and even equine can provide community pet therapy services, benefiting all involved. -
Remembering, not reliving, the past: Strategies to talk with children about 9/11
Published on September 7, 2012
September 11, 2001 greatly affected America. As we approach the eleventh anniversary of the terrorist acts, learn strategies to talk to youth in an appropriate way. -
Social networking: Safeguarding teens
Published on September 7, 2012
Today, more than ever, young people are spending time in online social networks. Explore advice for parents on keeping their kids safe online. -
Mentoring: Get to know your mentee
Published on September 1, 2012
Once you become a mentor, it may be difficult to know where to start in the relationship-building process. Explore some tips for choosing activities and a mindset that encourage conversation and openness. -
Creating a budget encourages success in 4-H clubs
Published on September 1, 2012
Michigan State University Extension suggests that a budget can help Michigan 4-H clubs, groups or other organizations track revenue and expenditures. -
Take on an entrepreneurial perspective to 4-H livestock projects
Published on August 31, 2012
Developing an entrepreneurial mindset helps 4-H youth succeed at summer fairs and in other real-world settings later on in life. -
Use sports-team participation to build character
Published on August 30, 2012
Fall sports season presents adults, coaches and volunteers with an opportunity to build character in their teams. Explore the following strategies for success in doing so. -
Conflict: Help youth effectively work through it
Published on August 30, 2012
Most adults have learned to work though conflict, however, that may not be the case for youth who are still in developmental stages of learning about themselves and their environment. Learn how adults can help them develop this critical skill. -
Cultural privileges and volunteers: What’s important?
Published on August 30, 2012
Volunteers should be aware of their own privileges and think through how those experiences might impact their relationship with those they work with in their volunteer roles.