Resources

Teaching science when you don’t know diddly-squat: Why is a hammer shaped like a hammer?

Published on March 6, 2017
Are hammers the best things for putting nails into wood? Why?
Teaching science when you don’t know diddly-squat: Why do cows have tails?

Published on March 6, 2017
Ask the youth: Why do cows have tails?
Teaching science when you don’t know diddly-squat: What if ice didn’t float?

Published on March 2, 2017
Ask youth: Have you ever wondered about the impact of ice floating? What would happen if ice sank?
Teaching science when you don’t know diddly-squat: Why does poop splash?

Published on March 2, 2017
It might be gross to think about, but when you go to the bathroom, sometimes the poop splashes your backside when it hits the water, and sometimes it does not.
Teaching science when you don’t know diddly-squat: Can you hear better with paper ears?

Published on March 2, 2017
Do animals hear differently than humans? Why do you think that is? Do some animals hear better than others? Do you think ear shape or size has anything to do with how well an animal can hear? What animals do you think hear the best?
Teaching Science When You Don’t Know Diddly-Squat Series

Published on March 2, 2017
You do not need all the answers to teach science. You simply need an inquisitive mind and to be willing to carry out an investigation. Learn how to teach inquiry-based science to youth with any of these lesson guides!
Michigan 4-H Cloverbud Snapshot Sheet Series

Published on February 6, 2017
The Michigan 4-H Cloverbud Snapshot Sheet series provides information on ten different science-related project areas you can can explore with your youngest 4-H'er.
Michigan 4-H Cloverbud Snapshot Sheet: 4-H Rabbit Project (4H1730)

Published on February 6, 2017
The 4-H rabbit project can provide youth with the opportunity to learn about selection, management, health, marketing and careers in the rabbit industry.
Michigan 4-H Cloverbud Snapshot Sheet: 4-H Poultry Project (4H1729)

Published on February 6, 2017
The 4-H poultry project can provide youth with the opportunity to learn about selection, management, health, marketing and careers in the poultry industry.
Michigan 4-H Cloverbud Snapshot Sheet: 4-H Photography Project (4H1728)

Published on February 6, 2017
The 4-H photography project provides youth the opportunity to learn about photography equipment and become technically competent.