MSU Extension 4-H Life Skills

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  Record keeping: Now where did I put that information?

  Published on July 16, 2020
  Keeping records is important when raising market animals.

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  Animal welfare for youth: Part 4 – Basic health and functioning

  Published on July 16, 2020
  This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects understand this subject.

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  Animal welfare for youth: Part 3 – Introducing the Three Circles Model to youth

  Published on July 16, 2020
  This article will continue to explore the basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects understand this subject.

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  Tobe named director of Michigan State University Extension children and youth initiatives

  Published on July 9, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension announced the appointment of Erica Tobe, Ph.D., as director of the MSU Extension Children and Youth Institute (CYI), the unit focused on programming for those from birth to age 19, including Michigan 4-H.

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  Be prepared: Create a family emergency plan

  Published on June 26, 2020
  Disasters can occur any time or place. Be ready with a family emergency plan—preparation is vital to safety and well-being.

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  Career technical education: Career ready practices

  Published on June 12, 2020
  Explore the connection between career ready practices and the 4-H Life Skills Model.

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  Prepare ahead financially to move out on your own

  Published on June 12, 2020
  Taking a few steps prior to packing and moving out will ensure your transition doesn’t empty your wallet.

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  MSU Extension children and youth listening sessions background and summary

  Published on June 3, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension held 21 listening sessions about the needs of children and families during social distancing. Here is the data.

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  Michigan 4-H rolls out virtual showcase and auctions

  Published on May 27, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension rolls out Virtual Learning Showcase and Auctions, an online experience that allows 4-H members to show off their summer project work, including an opportunity to exhibit and market livestock.

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  What do youth need? MSU Extension hosts listening sessions and identifies desire for online interactions, hands on activities and more

  Published on May 27, 2020
  In total, more than 500 stakeholders from across the Great Lakes state took part in 21 virtual listening sessions hosted by MSU Extension to help bring to light challenges faced by Michigan’s youth in regards to COVID-19.