We have been hearing about mindfulness more within the past couple of years, but what does it really mean and how does it apply to 4-H? Mindfulness by definition is a mental state of full awareness and full acceptance of the present moment. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Relationships & Family
By Kristie Popa Self-improvement is the improvement of your own knowledge, status or character using your own effort. It is important that you take time to improve yourself by setting goals which will help set you on a path to a better you! ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Whether you have a tablet or a cell phone, you most likely have the ability to text and/or call someone whether it be a voice or video call. It is important to remember that there is etiquette for using a cell phone, especially when you are ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
By Kristie Popa Do you have: -Spare time -Kids at home -Kids tired of doing school work -A love for letters and making words -A need for a new way to quiz kids on different topics or practice spelling & sight words If ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
By Kristie Popa With Easter coming up in just a few days, many families will be hard boiling eggs to color and/or eat. Perfecting your egg boiling skills will lead to the perfect hard-boiled eggs! This is an easy activity that 4-H youth can ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family
By Sara Weber Plant a vegetable garden. There are quite a few edibles that can be planted in March here in Florida. Tomatoes, peppers, and sweet potatoes all will generally survive transplanting this time of year. You can use seeds right ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
By Pam Phillippe Growing up is a lot like learning to play the piano. You need to learn some basic skills and you need someone to teach you those skills. You need time to practice, guidance as you gain experience, and feedback along the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Home Management, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
By Pam Phillippe Fair time is just around the corner, and with fairs come petting zoos. Keeping your children safe around fair and petting zoo animals is important, including good hand washing hygiene. When visiting a petting zoo or animal ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
By Pam Phillippe Who doesn’t like a barbecue or a picnic? Fresh air and the aroma are enough to tempt any appetite, whether it is around a 4-H campfire or at a family cookout in the backyard. A simple outdoor meal can be just as nutritious ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
By Pam Phillippe Many Charlotte County children receive new bicycles at the beginning of a school year, and many will be riding them to and from school. Young children leave their homes to explore a world where adventure awaits. Unfortunately, ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, Work & Life