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The fun and education of robots for youth
Published on December 31, 2012
Youth engaging in robotics programs build on their mathematic and creative skills, working to ensure that they are better able to compete in STEM career fields. -
Everyday science for kids – science in the outdoors
Published on December 31, 2012
Explore suggestions to discover the science in everyday activities – including the simple, but great, outdoors in right outside of your home. -
Personal space: A social skill children need and adults can teach
Published on December 31, 2012
Learn how to teach the children in your life about personal space and why it’s important. -
Create change with a smile
Published on December 28, 2012
A smile can affect mood, behavior and outcome -
Providing follow-up and support for scholarship recipients
Published on December 27, 2012
Here are some ideas for follow-up and support for individuals and organizations that provide scholarships to students pursuing higher education. -
Hosting international students increases cultural competency
Published on December 27, 2012
Youth whose families host international students gain cultural competencies that could benefit them socially and in future careers. -
What is 4-H Capitol Experience? The name does not do it justice!
Published on December 21, 2012
In this article, a 15-year-old Livingston County 4-H'er describes how attendance at the 2012 4-H Capitol Experience changed her life. -
Exploring how we “do” science – part 2
Published on December 20, 2012
Whether we know it or not, each one of us thinks like a scientist. Research is the second step and really just involves gathering informaiton. -
Children and math skills – an important partnership
Published on December 20, 2012
Young children who have an excitement about math concepts at an early age often excel in the classroom at tasks that include measuring, counting, sorting and problem solving. -
Cloverbud programs set the stage for success – Part 6
Published on December 19, 2012
Cloverbud programs are distinctly different than those for 9- to 19-year-olds, utilizing success-oriented curricula.