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Plant science at the dinner table: Oats
Published on December 13, 2019
Just like animals, we eat plants from the grass family, which include corn, wheat and oats. -
Defeat weeding by eating – Part 3: Lambsquarters and nutrition
Published on October 24, 2019
Struggling to get the kids to weed the garden? Turn weeding into harvesting by teaching youth how some weeds are nutritious to eat, like common lambsquarters. -
Defeat weeding by eating – Part 2: Plant adaptations
Published on October 24, 2019
Struggling to get the kids to weed the garden? Turn it into a science lesson and snack by learning about plant adaption and why edible plants look the way they do and grow where they are. -
Defeat weeding by eating – Part 1: Identifying plants
Published on October 24, 2019
Struggling to get kids to weed the garden? Some plants are edible and can be eaten, but first you need to know how to identify them. -
Science ideas for young children: Eating wild foods
Published on October 22, 2019
Teach young children about science by eating wild foods. There is a bounty of things you can eat in your backyard or a local park. -
Science ideas for young children: Finding a flood
Published on October 22, 2019
Teach young children about science by looking for signs of flooding. -
Why is science important for youth to experience every day?
Published on October 18, 2019
Science is everywhere, and MSU Extension has resources to help youth experience the excitement of science exploration. -
Fun with science and apples
Published on October 11, 2019
Discover science through activities dealing with food. -
Difference between a zoning ordinance and a master plan
Published on October 10, 2019
The zoning ordinance is a law with penalties and consequence for not following it. A master plan is a policy document that expresses intent. It is not an enforceable document and is not law. -
Plant science at the dinner table: Brussel sprouts
Published on October 10, 2019
Brussel sprouts pack in 4 grams of protein per cup and are a good source of calcium, potassium and vitamins C, A and K.
