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4-H Healthy Youth
Michigan 4-H Youth Development supports and empowers individuals, families and volunteers to help young people make proactive decisions about healthy lifestyles by offering resources and tools around nutrition, fitness and health in young people.
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Summer and skin care for youth
Published on June 13, 2014
Summer is right around the corner and that means youth and adults will be outside doing activities. Sun protection is very important at all ages and this article will explore ways adults can help teach youth about sun safety behaviors. -
Forced apologies can negatively impact childhood development
Published on December 6, 2012
Early childhood experts suggest that forcing a child to offer an apology when she does not feel sorry is not a truly useful strategy and it can have some negative, if unintended, consequences. -
It’s lunchtime – keep it clean!
Published on September 11, 2013
Healthy lunch is not just about fruits, veggies and whole grains – it also means keeping it clean. -
Food safety for children under age 5
Published on July 14, 2015
Children are more susceptible to foodborne illness. -
Good news for Michigan!
Published on August 26, 2013
Childhood obesity rates from 2008-2011 decreased in 18 states, including Michigan. -
Summer skin care
Published on June 30, 2015
Be active with your family outside this summer but don’t forget these tips to staying safe. -
Summer family meals and planning
Published on July 30, 2013
With the humidity and kids out of school, parents often struggle to keep them from being bored as well as eating nutritious meals. -
Easter egg hunts promote fun and health
Published on March 30, 2015
Encourage physical activity with an Easter egg hunt. -
Family picnic fun
Published on July 31, 2013
Easy physical activity, nutrition and food safety on picnics. -
Kid-friendly way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Published on March 7, 2017
Ideas to make your St. Patrick’s Day celebration family-friendly. -
Keep it moving in childcare: Activity across the curriculum
Published on October 10, 2013
Physical activity is an important part of any childcare program. Understanding children’s developmental stages will help to make sure that activities are designed to best fit the ability of the children in your care. -
Performance enhancing substance usage among teens
Published on August 7, 2014
It is important to know the severe side effects of performance enhancing substances. -
Building confidence in your junior chef: Kitchen knife skills
Published on December 1, 2014
Kids may want to help you in the kitchen preparing food. Here are some rules that can help even the smallest and youngest of children with some skills that will reach long into the future. -
Helping teens learn independence and responsibility – part 1
Published on May 11, 2015
Positive actions for parents to practice to help teens handle their freedom with responsibility. -
Why snack?
Published on August 14, 2018
Healthy methods to keep in mind when it comes to children and snacking. -
Suggestions for talking with children about tragedies and violence
Published on October 6, 2017
Discover age-specific suggestions that can help guide conversations with children during and after tragedies. -
Divorce and effective co-parenting
Published on November 11, 2014
Although separation may be the best situation for parents and children, there are things parents can do to help children cope. -
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. -
Stress in young children
Published on February 2, 2013
Children’s books can open a door for discussion of stressful topics and encourage problem solving skills. -
Chillin’ with frozen treats
Published on July 11, 2014
Move aside popsicles, here is a healthier option for cooling you down during the summer heat.