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Michigan 4-H’er helps spread “Love Like Lacey”

Published on June 4, 2014
Because of her involvement in Michigan 4-H, Danielle Bott, a student at Michigan State University, has established strong values for family and community service over the years.
Values as part of environmental education

Published on May 29, 2014
Find out more about environmental education and how values play a role in environmental literacy and decision making. See how educators use values as a way to teach EE and help youth better understand how to be good earth stewards.
The many life stories of Nic Massey: Former Michigan 4-H’er

Published on May 1, 2014
Former Michigan 4-H member, Nic Massey is making an impact on his college town with skills developed through the 4-H program. Massey has created a motorized couch which he uses to encourage people to get out of their comfort zones.
Food safety during and after a power outage: Keep it or toss it out?

Published on May 1, 2014
Food safety can be a major concern for people during a power outage. There are several things to do in advance and tips to follow after power is restored.
“Start where you are, but don’t stay there”

Published on April 18, 2014
Five strategies important to improving teaching and learning for diverse, young people.
Elementary watershed project influences adults to become 4-H volunteers

Published on March 26, 2014
Students at Au Gres-Sims Elementary School in Au Gres, Mich., have studied 320 to 500 feet of rivers, creeks and streams this school year while participating in a river project.
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities: Part 2

Published on March 26, 2014
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities provide families and communities with global and cultural competence. Learn more about how you can get involved!
Integrated Intellectuals 4-H club at Detroit International Academy gives back

Published on March 25, 2014
A group of young women from The Detroit International Academy for Young Women, home to a 4-H club The Integrated Intellectuals, used their passion for community service to help students gain access to the Detroit College Promise scholarship.
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities: Part 1

Published on March 24, 2014
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities provide families and communities with global and cultural competence. Learn more about how you can get involved!
Icebreakers Part 4: studying a topic

Published on February 24, 2014
Icebreakers can be important building blocks to successful group interactions. This the final article in a four part series introducing the four general types of ice breakers.