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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!
Fathers affect children’s learning

Published on June 5, 2012
Research shows that fathers play a critical role in the development and academic success of children.
April is Month of the Young Child

Published on April 8, 2013
Suggestions on fun ways to celebrate children and families during the Month of the Young Child in April.
Give the gift of healthy brain development this holiday season

Published on November 26, 2012
You can nurture healthy brain development through the toys you buy for kids on your gift list this holiday season.
Helping children make decisions - Part 2

Published on August 5, 2014
Decisions are made every day! Like many skills, decision making takes practice and fine tuning. This series of articles is going to explore how, as adults, we best support and acknowledge children as they make decisions.
Art and science: The links between two disciplines

Published on December 1, 2016
Art experiences help children develop skills used in science, technology, engineering and math.
Teaching young children to care about the environment

Published on November 7, 2012
Teach children how to recycle and conserve energy by incorporating small practices into daily habits.
More than one, two and three: early childhood math

Published on November 14, 2014
Tips for teaching young children about math.
Explore the world like a scientist

Published on May 24, 2017
Families can support learning about science with hands-on activities.
Ten must-have toys and activities for increasing your toddler’s developmental skills

Published on April 3, 2017
Choosing appropriate toys, games and activities to enhance your toddler's growth and development.
Cooking with kids

Published on January 8, 2013
Kids learn more than cooking in the kitchen.
Explore the traditions found in your surroundings

Published on July 2, 2012
Take time to explore the wealth of traditional living around you, in your family, community, school or place of work.
The art of scientific thinking: Why science is important for early childhood development

Published on January 20, 2017
Ideas for developing the mind of a young scientist.
Purple Up! for military families

Published on March 30, 2017
On April 15, 2017, join Michigan 4-H Military Partnerships in wearing purple to show your support for our military families.
Teaching children about winter holidays

Published on November 17, 2016
How can you teach children about all the different winter holidays and why is it important?
9- to 11-year-olds: Ages and stages of youth development

Published on January 7, 2013
Understanding the different stages of youth development supports youth programming efforts as it encourages relationship building between youth and adult volunteers
Developing life skills through shopping

Published on December 9, 2014
Often times parents and older kids may not see eye to eye on budget or holiday present choices. This is a great time to start conversations with your kids and help them to learn important life skills that they will need in the future.
Help toddlers learn colors

Published on December 14, 2012
Explore fun, family-friendly suggestions to help young children learn colors.
Childhood pretend play builds critical skills for later years

Published on September 10, 2012
Every area of development – physical, cognitive, communication and social/emotional – can be enhanced when children engage in pretend play or make-believe.