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Making winter enjoyable for children

Published on February 12, 2021
Children need 60 minutes of daily physical activity all year round, even in the winter months. Let’s look at some fun ways your children can be active in the winter.
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.
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.
Kindergarten confusion: Can I enroll my child in kindergarten?

Published on October 1, 2019
Recent changes to the kindergarten enrollment dates have caused some confusion for parents. Discover what age a child must be to enroll in kindergarten, if districts have waivers available and what you can do to help your child be ready for school.
4-H Military Family Book Sheets: 'Mommy, You’re My Hero'

Published on September 12, 2019
Children’s books provide a way for parents, caregivers and young children to learn about deployment and the many changes that happen by reading about other military families, children or situations that have experienced deployment.
Ten tips for back-to-school success

Published on August 12, 2019
It’s back-to-school time! As the summer draws to a close, take some time to plan ahead and help your children be ready to succeed this school year.
4-H Military Family Book Sheets: 'The Kissing Hand'

Published on August 6, 2019
Children’s books provide a way for parents, caregivers and young children to learn about deployment and the many changes that happen by reading about other military families, children or situations that have experienced deployment.
Blocks: So much more than building

Published on August 6, 2019
Blocks are one of the most important learning tools and children as young as six months can enjoy playing with blocks.
4-H Military Family Book Sheets: 'A Paper Hug'

Published on August 6, 2019
Children’s books provide a way for parents, caregivers and young children to learn about deployment and the many changes that happen by reading about other military families, children or situations that have experienced deployment.
4-H Military Family Book Sheets: 'My Dad’s a Hero'

Published on July 12, 2019
Children’s books provide a way for parents, caregivers and young children to learn about deployment and the many changes that happen by reading about other military families, children or situations that have experienced deployment.
Go out and play!

Published on July 1, 2019
Children need outdoor play time to become better learners.
Too cold to go out? Here are five indoor activities to enjoy with your children!

Published on January 28, 2019
With temperatures plummeting below zero, record lows are keeping children home from school and driving families indoors. Looking for something fun to do? Here are five indoor activities to help keep your children entertained during the next polar vortex!
Involve the kids in meal planning and preparation

Published on June 22, 2018
Involving kids in the kitchen does not have to be stressful. Follow these tips for successful cooking with kids!
Tips to keep reading skills from slipping over vacation

Published on June 18, 2018
It takes very little effort to keep kids reading during the summer months.
Winter wonderland of fun

Published on January 3, 2018
Winter is a great time to explore and have fun outside!
How can you teach your young child about different holidays?

Published on November 14, 2017
Learning about other holidays helps children expand their cultural world.
Tips to help stay organized during back-to-school time

Published on August 22, 2017
Use these tips to help get and keep your family organized during busy back-to-school time.
Teaching kids how to lose

Published on July 6, 2017
Not everybody wins the game or takes first prize at the county fair, so it's important to teach your kids how to lose.
Explore the world like a scientist

Published on May 24, 2017
Families can support learning about science with hands-on activities.