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Kevin Zoromski

Early Childhood Educator
zoromski@msu.edu
810-244-8541
Courtney Aldrich

Courtney Aldrich - Program Instructor in Child and Family Development
aldric82@msu.edu
517-552-6909
Danielle Melching

Program Instructor
melchin4@msu.edu
231-624-8090
Inquiring Minds Want to Know: Science Activities for Young Minds

Published on November 22, 2016
Learn ideas for facilitating science with young children so they gain important life skills and experience the excitement of science exploration.
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!
The importance of focus and self-control for young children

Published on April 19, 2016
Focus and self-control are essential skills for life. Learn why they are so important and how you can help children learn and practice these skills.
Overcoming school garden barriers

Published on January 28, 2014
There are many creative ways to overcome school garden barriers for a successful school garden program.
Kitchen chemistry: Science fun for young children

Published on May 15, 2013
Kitchen experimentation is an easy and inexpensive way to get children engaged in science. Here are three fun activities to try at home!
Partnering with your child’s teachers: Part 1

Published on March 6, 2014
When parents and teachers work together to guide education, children win. Learn how you can partner with your child’s teacher to improve their educational success.
Making play inclusive for all is important

Published on September 2, 2016
Inclusive play can bring families closer together while promoting development and enhancing relationships.
Ages and stages of nurturing empowerment

Published on February 5, 2014
How to build an empowered adult by starting early.
Teacher/family partnerships: How teachers view parents

Published on April 24, 2015
Nurture an understanding of the differences between the role of the teacher and the role of the parent to become more professional.
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.
A letter to Mom on the first day of kindergarten

Published on September 2, 2015
What your kindergartener needs to start school successfully.
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.
Reading can be included in every day opportunities

Published on March 26, 2014
Literacy activities are more than just reading! Try these simple tips to infuse literacy into your every day life.
Intrapersonal emotional intelligence skills can be gained through 4-H

Published on September 4, 2014
Through its various delivery models, the 4-H program is uniquely positioned to support youth to continually develop their intrapersonal skills throughout their years of participation.
Bringing home winter celebrations from around the world

Published on November 28, 2016
Increase your child’s knowledge of the many holidays celebrated in other parts of the world.
Six tips for a smooth summer with your children

Published on June 1, 2015
Plan ahead to avoid summertime chaos at home.
The power of play – Part 5: Adult roles in child’s play

Published on December 8, 2015
How can you best support your child’s play experiences?