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Cultural & Global Awareness/ArtsMichigan 4-H China Project
The Michigan 4-H China Project, conducted in cooperation with the People's Republic of China, is a global education program that often uses the arts for both in-school and after-school learning experiences. The project provides Michigan kindergartners through sixth graders a chance to:
The Michigan 4-H China Project began in 1988 with start-up funding from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Michigan Council on Arts and Cultural Affairs and 55 other Michigan foundations, businesses and individuals. A total of $106,278 was raised. In August 1994, a grant for $57,868 was awarded for a three-year period. All funding was awarded through the Michigan 4-H Foundation. Why Should Michigan Youth Be Involved? It is important that children develop bridges of awareness, understanding and appreciation of other cultures. If these bridges, or experiences, are vivid enough and tied to a child's daily life, they will last a lifetime and affect his or her adult decisions and behaviors. China is an important country to study because one-fifth of the world's people live there. Geographically, China is the third largest country in the world — only Canada and Russia are larger. The Chinese culture, which is more than 3500 years old, is the oldest continuously-existing culture in the world. It embodies traditions rich in the arts, sciences and philosophy. China is also home to the fastest-growing economy in the world. It is a country that our children and young people must be prepared to understand and negotiate with in the future. More than 300,000 Michigan young people, from most of Michigan's 83 counties, have participated in this project. Educational Exchanges, Events and Materials Contact your county MSU Extension office to check on registration for events or to borrow materials.
Learning Materials For more information on the 4-H Children's Art Exchange and related teaching materials, contact your county MSU Extension office. Related Educational Materials
Learning Materials More information on learning materials available to support these activities can be found in the Michigan Guide to 4-H or through the MSU Bulletin Office. Training & Events For upcoming training and events in this area, check the 4-H Volunteer Workshops web site, the MSU Extension Calendar and the 4-H Exploration Days web site. Contact Information For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or: Betsy Knox, Program Leader Phone: 517-432-7603
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