College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

Georgina Perry

Extension Health Educator
perrygeo@msu.edu
616-632-7884
Nicole Wethington

Program Instructor
wethingn@msu.edu
989-344-3264 ext. 1
Courtney Aldrich

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

Early Childhood Educator
zoromski@msu.edu
810-244-8541
Danielle Melching

Program Instructor
melchin4@msu.edu
231-624-8090
Cultivating Social-Emotional Health with Farm to Early Care and Education

Published on April 16, 2020
Developing strong social-emotional skills early in life is important for lifelong emotional health. How can educators and caretakers can use farm to ECE activities to encourage children's positive social-emotional development?
How can you teach your young child about kindness?

Published on October 5, 2016
Being kind helps children learn empathy. Learn tips to help teach your young child about kindness.
How to be an involved 4-H parent in 10 easy steps – Step 5: Fostering growth through competition

Published on June 29, 2016
Your child has joined a 4-H club, now what? Try these tips to help 4-H members and parents have a successful experience.
Baby to toddler transitions

Published on February 22, 2013
Major transitions your child will make to becoming a "big kid."
Celebrating New Year’s Eve with young children

Published on December 22, 2016
Teach young children about New Year’s Eve and create activities to keep them engaged during the celebration.
Appropriate use of food

Published on April 10, 2012
Is bribing with food the best answer?
Adjusting to a new baby

Published on September 23, 2013
Adjusting to a new baby is a difficult process for most toddlers.
Children and empathy: Teamwork

Published on May 15, 2017
Teaching children the value of collaboration and teamwork can help them develop empathy.
Is my baby a bully?

Published on November 27, 2012
Toddlers are very interested in establishing their independence which can sometimes be displayed as aggression.
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.
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.
Back to school, back to the routine

Published on August 12, 2019
Take time to establish these four key back to school routines for a successful school year.
Building relationships during the Thanksgiving holiday

Published on November 14, 2016
Thanksgiving provides an opportunity for families to come together. During this time, explore how families and friends can intentionally build relationships, develop skills and create positive memories.
Six tips for helping toddlers gain self-control

Published on February 16, 2012
It's no secret that toddlers can be difficult. Now you can even the playing field with six tips designed to help parents and caregivers lead toddlers toward more self-control.