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Back-to-school strategies for success
Published on August 23, 2012
Transitioning into a new schedule may be stressful for children. Use these helpful hints to ease back into the school year. -
Nutrition: Help kids eat better by reading children’s books
Published on August 20, 2012
Reading entertaining books with a healthy message may persuade your children to eat their veggies. -
Build character in children through story books
Published on August 20, 2012
Reading to children is essential to ensure their success in school. Books that focus on character can help children build literacy skills as well as learn character lessons. -
Understanding adultism: Creating positive youth-adult partnerships
Published on August 20, 2012
Everyone benefits when youth and adults work together, but there are unique challenges to learning how to work together as equals. -
Nightmares and night terrors: Help children cope
Published on August 20, 2012
Toddlers and preschoolers are more likely to experience nightmares and night terrors because of their age and level of development. Learn how to comfort and guide them through this transition in life. -
Communication: Connecting teens and parents
Published on August 20, 2012
Explore suggestions for creating and maintaining open communication between teens and parents. -
Help children learn about money management
Published on August 17, 2012
Kids who are given the opportunities to make a spending plan and implement it are more likely to develop good judgment about money. -
Fairs are a great way to learn about leadership
Published on August 16, 2012
Michigan 4-H youth develop leadership skills through participation in county fairs. -
The Emotional Cycle of Deployment – Stage 2: Detachment and withdrawal
Published on August 15, 2012
Learn about the Emotional Cycle of Deployment and how you can help support military children and families in your community. -
Time management for teens: Taking intermissions – Act III
Published on August 15, 2012
All individuals need to take time to step back, reflect and plan. Intermission is an essential part of creating a better circus performance.