MSU Extension Character Education

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• Youth can develop good character traits and life skills

  Published on December 16, 2016
  When joining a 4-H club, youth learn more than just about specific projects. They develop life skills and character.

• What does it mean to have grit?

  Published on December 2, 2016
  To have grit means you have courage and show the strength of your character.

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  What can you gain from summer employment?

  Published on May 16, 2016
  Youth that seek a diverse work environment for a summer job can gain an edge in the workforce.

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  Michigan youth tackle food security at World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute

  Published on October 1, 2015
  Six Michigan youth will travel to Des Moines, Iowa, in October to attend the World Food Prize (WFP) Global Youth Institute.

• Showing character Part 2: Caring

  Published on January 29, 2015
  Showing Character is a series of hands-on learning activities for young people to teach them about character education when showing livestock projects. Learn more about one important area of character education: caring.

• Showing character Part 1: Citizenship

  Published on January 26, 2015
  Showing Character is a series of hands-on learning activities for young people to teach them about character education when showing livestock projects. Learn more about one important area of character education: citizenship.