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Five rules for summer play

Published on June 8, 2016
Strategies to support authentic play experiences during summertime.
The last federally sponsored meal program undergoes nutrition standard changes

Published on May 19, 2016
The Child and Adult Care Food Program meal pattern changes have been announced.
Intentional teaching and parenting

Published on May 10, 2016
What is the relationship between “intentional teaching” and the early childhood education profession or parenting preschool-age child?
Is my child ready to stay home alone?

Published on May 4, 2016
Advice for parents and youth on staying safe while home alone.
Ten cents a meal for school kids and farms

Published on April 22, 2016
State pilots a project for Michigan school kids and farms to support agriculture economic development and children nutrition.
Talking with children about Flint’s water crisis

Published on March 7, 2016
How to talk to your children about the recent lead water crisis in Flint, Michigan.
Good sportsmanship is important in youth development – Part 1

Published on March 1, 2016
There are benefits beyond winning in youth sports programs.
The birds and the bees – Part 2: Having “the talk” with young children

Published on February 16, 2016
How to overcome the awkwardness and talk seriously about sexuality development.
Exploring nature during winter

Published on February 11, 2016
Ideas for outdoor winter play and discovery.
Lead in Michigan: MSU Extension launches website full of educational resources on lead

Published on February 11, 2016
Lead exposure is an issue that concerns thousands of people in communities throughout Michigan
The birds and the bees – Part 1: Sexuality development in young children

Published on February 2, 2016
How can parents support healthy sexuality development?
What are your concerns about teens and digital technologies?

Published on February 1, 2016
A closer look at common concerns and how research may or may not support parental fears about the impacts of technology use among adolescents.
Digital technology and mental health

Published on January 25, 2016
Overusing digital technologies may affect areas like sleep, concentration, learning and relationship behaviors.
Is my child ready for downhill skiing? Part 2

Published on January 19, 2016
Tips on what to ask and expect of a ski resort’s lesson program for young children.
Is my child ready for downhill skiing? Part 1

Published on January 19, 2016
Consider these suggestions for being prepared to have winter fun on the ski hill with youth.
Ever wonder about requirements for school food programs? Part 1

Published on December 28, 2015
Two major changes have updated school food program requirements, in nutrition and community access.
Ever wonder about requirements for school food programs? Part 2

Published on December 28, 2015
Two major changes have updated school food program requirements, in nutrition and community access.
Food choices and your child’s dental health

Published on December 23, 2015
Making good food choices can help with your kids dental health.
Cooking with children during the holiday

Published on December 22, 2015
Valuable tips on how to cook with your children this holiday season.
Pneumonia is the leading cause of death worldwide for children under the age of five

Published on December 18, 2015
Over 900,000 children died in 2015 from this preventable and treatable illness.