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Michigan Homemaker of the Year reflects on her lifelong 4-H experience
Published on January 27, 2014
When she was named the 2013 Michigan Homemaker of the Year, Kristin Leach could not believe it. -
Building and practicing life skills in a 4-H club setting: living
Published on January 27, 2014
4-H clubs provide an important learning experience for youth to build and practice life skills. Learn how 4-H club leaders can help youth gain skills in the “living” life skills category. -
Bouncing and stretching: building resilience in children and youth
Published on January 27, 2014
Learn how you can help your child learn to stretch their limits and bounce back when set-backs happen with these seven easy ways to build resilience in kids. -
2013 National 4-H Congress Makes the Best Better
Published on January 24, 2014
Instead of hitting the stores on Black Friday as many of their peers did, 20 Michigan 4-H'ers packed their bags and headed south on Nov. 29 for the 2013 National 4-H Congress. -
Get to root causes: Address poor health outcomes through a health equity lens
Published on January 24, 2014
Understanding health equity can help educators and practitioners address root causes of negative health outcomes. -
It’s flu season in Michigan
Published on January 21, 2014
Hospitals are seeing a wider than usual age range being admitted due to influenza in comparison to previous years. Simple handwashing steps protect you more than you may think. -
Nutritional facts about fruits and veggies
Published on January 14, 2014
Was your New Year’s resolution to increase more fruit and vegetables into your diet? If so, it might be interesting to learn what the nutritional facts are about these healthy foods. -
4-H youth and their livestock can help improve the way you walk - part 6
Published on January 13, 2014
Flexible joints reduce friction and stress on our bodies as well as our livestock. -
Teens and sleep
Published on January 9, 2014
Teenagers have sleep patterns that can be both confusing and frustrating for parents. However, current research indicates adolescents have “internal clocks” that differ from adults and younger children. -
4-H youth and their livestock can help improve the way you walk- part 5
Published on January 8, 2014
Supination can increase friction and joint pain in both people and livestock.