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Shame is often at the heart of bullying
Published on September 17, 2012
Help kids develop resiliency to bullying and shame, creating a safer environment for all. -
NOAA B-WET and 4-H20: Growing watershed education and opportunities in northeast Michigan
Published on September 14, 2012
Teachers, school administrators, and community partners participate in a floating workshop aimed to explore opportunities where schools and community can work together in engaging youth in feet-wet, real world watershed learning experiences. -
Youth gain life skills from judging dairy cattle
Published on September 12, 2012
This time of year, Michigan 4-H’ers and college students involved in dairy cattle judging are busy getting ready for fall competitions – but what do these young adults really get out of these experiences? -
Youth and emotional eating habits
Published on September 12, 2012
Going back to school can be a very exciting, fun, empowering time for youth. But it can also be a time where youth experience anxiety, fear, and restlessness. We know that sometimes emotional variances in youth will lead to changes. -
Building future STEM professionals
Published on September 10, 2012
Engaging youth in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through mentoring. -
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. -
Diversity of greetings: Communicating and making that first impression positive
Published on September 7, 2012
First impressions are important for a variety of reasons; greetings can be culturally diverse and it’s important for youth to be aware of this as they aim to communicate positively. -
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. -
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.