MARQUETTE — Students from Aba Teachers University in China will have more than a memory of visiting Black Rocks on Presque Isle. They also will have cherished pastel drawings of the famous local outdoor spot. The students were to spend about two weeks at Northern Michigan University for an ...
MARQUETTE — Respite Education and Support Tools is an originally designed educational course that provides respite training to adults and teens who want to offer care to those in need and provide assistance to their caregivers. As a REST companion (volunteer or paid), you give the gift of ...
One of the greatest childhood joys is climbing a tree high enough so that when you call down to your parents they look all over and can’t find you. Pediatricians are urging parents to take their children outside away from screens to explore nature; better for back and neck health, vision, ...
MARQUETTE — What kid hasn’t sifted through sand, made a sand castle or filled a bucket with it? If you were a youngster participating in Tuesday’s “Rocky Road” class at Northern Michigan University, you would have gotten to see what sand looks like up close: lots and lots of tiny ...
MARQUETTE — The Peter White Public Library invites the public to BookNotes Coffeehouse, an evening of conversation, poetry, music and refreshments. The event will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the library’s community room. That evening, John Smolens, author of numerous novels including ...
Snorkeling opens up a whole new world of exploration for children. The gear is relatively inexpensive and takes a little practice. Younger children can feel left out, but there is a way for them to see what is happening underwater without even getting their face wet. They will feel included in ...
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Saudi Arabia said Tuesday that it will grant girls in public schools access to physical education, a decision that comes after years of calls by women across the kingdom demanding greater rights and access to sports. The Education Ministry said it will ...
MARQUETTE — They didn’t set out to make great scientific discoveries or break new frontiers, but the youngsters in Thursday’s STEAM session at the Peter White Public Library used a little trial and error to learn some basic science. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art ...
Insects and other bugs are all around us in summertime. Most children are fascinated with bugs and what they look like. This is an opportunity to make some funny looking bugs while talking about symmetry which means both sides are built exactly the same. You’ll need several eyedroppers, or ...
Dressed in a princess gown, 7-year-old Alayna Mattern holds up a princess cupcake she made while participating in Kid’s University held at the Hazleton Area Career Center in Hazleton, Pa., June 28. (AP photo)
There are many benefits to knowing more than one language. For example, it has been shown that aging adults who speak more than one language have less likelihood of developing dementia. Additionally, the bilingual brain becomes better at filtering out distractions, and learning multiple ...
MARQUETTE — Making something 8 feet long and 12 inches high out of natural materials could be as simple as making a makeshift fort out of twigs in a backyard, or crafting a birch bark canoe. Guess which project took place at the STEM Summer Youth Academy? STEM, which stands for Science, ...
“Where do I live? Can you show me?” Map activities give young children a glimpse into the big picture of the world and where they live. It introduces maps and how to use them to find areas we find interesting or want to visit. You’ll need Google Maps Apps or paper maps from the local ...
MARQUETTE — The annual local farm tours sponsored by the Marquette Food Co-op will continue Aug. 20 and Sept. 17. The Aug. 20 tours include GrandBee’s Apiary in Pelkie, the MSU North Farm in Chatham, Reh-Morr Farm in Eben Junction and Treasa’s Treasures in Munising. The September ...
NEGAUNEE — Where better to learn how state government works than in the state capital of Lansing? A group of high school students from the Upper Peninsula traveled to Lansing to take part in the 4-H Capitol Experience on March 19-22, an annual four-day conference that focuses on civic ...
MARQUETTE — The annual local farm tours sponsored by the Marquette Food Co-op will continue Aug. 20 and Sept. 17. The Aug. 20 tours include GrandBee’s Apiary in Pelkie, the MSU North Farm in Chatham, Reh-Morr Farm in Eben Junction and Treasa’s Treasures in Munising. The September ...
Young children are often afraid of loud startling fireworks, but there are alternative ways children can have fun with fireworks on paper. This quiet activity often helps families during hectic family gatherings when children need a calming activity. You’ll need paper, watercolor or ...
MARQUETTE — The name “Fulbright” carries a lot of academic prestige, and it’s an honor that has been bestowed on a new Northern Michigan University graduate. Gwendolyn Hoenke has received a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award to Peru from the U.S. Department of State and the J. ...
Summer has arrived! Now there are many new opportunities for kids to enjoy outdoor play. In your backyard, at the playground, or on walks in the woods, there are things to explore and challenges to meet. Although families can’t wrap children in giant protective cotton balls, there are some ...
CHATHAM — “On-Farm Experiential Learning for Teachers” at the MARESA Institute will be June 21-22 at Northern Michigan University and the Michigan State University North Farm in Chatham. The on-farm experience is designed to empower educators to carry out project-based agriculture, food ...