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Bullying and depression
Published on December 1, 2017
For the first time, scientists have linked inflammation in the brain with bullying. -
Create waste-free lunches and reduce food waste
Published on November 27, 2017
Creating waste-free lunches and reducing food waste is an important skill you can teach others. -
The role of the like button
Published on November 27, 2017
Help youth understand that the like, thumbs-up or heart icon on social media platforms cannot be the only tool to make decisions. -
Fall safety tips in the woods
Published on November 8, 2017
Fall is a great time to be outside enjoying the cooler air and colors of the trees. Think about safety when hiking or exploring the woods this time of year. -
Feelings are not right or wrong, they just are
Published on November 1, 2017
Tips to help young people navigate their feelings. -
School gardens are the perfect medium for place-based education
Published on November 1, 2017
School gardens have many of the necessary and positive attributes of an ongoing project for place-based education. -
It’s time to learn about apples
Published on October 30, 2017
Apples provide learning opportunities in careers, math, science and health. -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
Five things parents and volunteers should know about live-streaming video apps
Published on October 19, 2017
Youth have moved away from Facebook as their go-to social media tool, so while Instagram and Snapchat are two of the popular choices, another popular choice is live-streaming video apps. -
Start thinking about 4-H Winterfest coming in February
Published on October 17, 2017
Youth ages 8-12 years old can learn important life skills at 4-H Winterfest, Feb. 3-4, 2018.