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Overcoming the “catch-22” of parental involvement with underserved audiences
Published on December 23, 2014
Parental involvement is an important factor in youth programming success. When reaching out to underserved communities, it is important to find innovative ways to involve parents and guardians. -
What should I get my mentee for Christmas?
Published on December 12, 2014
Do you want to do something nice to celebrate the holidays with your mentee without breaking the bank or crossing a boundary? These ideas can help. -
STEM for the holidays
Published on December 12, 2014
As the holiday season approaches, jazz up your end-of-year holiday parties with STEM-themed activities. -
Puzzle play
Published on December 5, 2014
Puzzle play builds an early foundation for math and science skills. Spatial reasoning skills and the ability to mentally rotate shapes are essential in subjects such as math, science and engineering. -
Snow day fun: When the weather outside is frightful, make your child’s day delightful!
Published on December 2, 2014
Stuck inside this winter? Check out these tips for keeping your kids engaged and entertained when the weather keeps you inside. -
4-H club leaders participate in The Polish Ambassador’s edible forest project
Published on November 25, 2014
This October, David Sugalski, better known as The Polish Ambassador (TPA), held a concert in Kalamazoo. His events, however, are not the typical music venues that concertgoers would think of. -
That wasn’t the plan!
Published on November 24, 2014
Making the most of changes in plans by turning them into even more successful learning lessons. -
It’s OK to be wrong!
Published on November 21, 2014
Youth development programs should support youth in creating and learning from mistakes, taking risks and even spelling words wrong! -
Hunt for the endangered Hine’s emerald dragonfly
Published on November 20, 2014
Both in and out of school, Alcona youth partner in an innovative citizen science effort to track habitats of the federally endangered Hine’s Emerald dragonfly and the invasive species that threaten them. -
Engaging at-risk youth in youth development programs - Part 2
Published on November 20, 2014
Taking the five Ps of positive youth development into consideration can strengthen your community youth development strategy.