Tag: #MIKidsCan

Man picking strawberries in farm

Man picking strawberries in farm

Strawberry Picking in Michigan: Why You Should Go & Tips For When You Do

Fresh Michigan strawberries are a wonderful summer treat, especially when you pick them yourself!

A Guide to Summer’s Poisonous Plants

Sign with poison ivy plants around

Sign with poison ivy plants around

A guide to help identify poisonous plants around Michigan and what to do if you or a family member has been affected.

Dad and daughter standup paddleboarding

Dad and daughter standup paddleboarding

In Praise of #GirlDads and Empowering Father Figures

A salute to all the dads and father figures raising strong, confident girls.

4 Bike Safety Tips to Keep Kids Safe

dad teaching daughter how to ride a bike

dad teaching daughter how to ride a bike

Follow these four simple tips to keep your little ones safe this bike riding season.

Girl playing hopscotch and two kids cheering her on

Girl playing hopscotch and two kids cheering her on

Blast from the Past: Old Throwback Games

A blast from the past that includes old school games that we all use to play outside during the summer or for recess.

Virtual Ways to Help your Kids Go Green on Earth Day

Dad and son on a nature walk

Dad and son on a nature walk

Looking for ways to celebrate Earth Day at home? There are many organizations in Michigan and across the nation hosting virtual events and celebrations.

Boy on a video chat with his class

Boy on a video chat with his class

Distance Learning Tips from Michigan Teachers

Trying to navigate working from home and teaching your kids at the same time? These veteran Michigan teachers have tips and resources.

Jumping for Heart Health

Children jump rope in a gym

Children jump rope in a gym

Jumping rope is a staple of the Kids Heart Challenge, a nationwide effort by the American Heart Association.

#MIKidsCan Turkey Day VIP Sweepstakes: Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with the Detroit Lions

Children ages 10-18 are eligible to win a Thanksgiving Day Detroit Lions prize package. Learn more about how you can enter your child this year.

Why Safe Routes to Schools Matter

Image of two schoolgirls walking home from school.

Image of two schoolgirls walking home from school.

In this guest post from Ty Schmidt, executive director of Traverse City-based non-profit organization Norte, learn why walkable communities are good for health.