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Raiders/UNLV Sports & Health Program (RUSH)

Healthy Aging Initiative

Managing Ranch & Farm Stresses

Featured Media Release

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Community invited to 4-H Livestock Show, April 20, 2024

All Programs

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All 4 Kids

All 4 Kids and its Healthy Kids Festival use activities, music, dance and food to teach kids and their families in Clark and Lincoln Counties nutrition, physical activity and self-acceptance.

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Chef Suzy's Cooking Demonstrations & Recipes

Extension Nutrition Specialist Susan McClain, "Chef Suzy," presents cooking demonstrations in elementary schools. Each 30- to 45-minute demonstration goes over three recipes that are easy, simple, healthy, affordable and accessible.

Early Childhood Professional Development

Ongoing early childhood professional development that improves the knowledge, skills and abilities of child care providers working with young children. Trainings are approved by Nevada Registry and meet Nevada State Licensing requirements.

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)

Many Nevadans suffer from heart problems, are obese or have diabetes. In Nevada, the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program is administered by University of Nevada, Reno to engage adults and youth to boost nutrition through building basic skills. Participants learn how to read food labels, save money on groceries, plan meals, safely handle food, make healthy food choices, and be more active.

Diverse Children in Circle Around Safety Lock

Exploring Safety: A program for families with young children

This four-week program is designed to improve awareness of important child safety issues and to increase parenting knowledge

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Family Storyteller Literacy Program

National award-winning Family Storyteller is a literacy program aimed at encouraging and training parents to play a vital role in the literacy development of their children. The statewide program creates an opportunity for parents and young children to interact around literacy and language activities.

Food Safety Project

Extension has been instrumental in bringing about the "Nevada Food Safety Task Force," which strives to provide a working forum for food safety experts and to improve communication between all entities that are held accountable for food safety and security within our state.Improving Food Safety Education for Child and Adult Care Providers in Nevada.

Fun to Play

The program targets families where, due to the young age, inexperience or limited resources of the parents, young children are placed at-risk for developmental delays and later school difficulties.

Fun to Play for Preschoolers

This 8-week program encourages positive-parent child interaction and learning through creative play. It also promotes children’s school readiness skills. Each week emphasizes a Nevada Pre-K standard.

Healing gardens in Las Vegas

Extension healing gardens essentially become outdoor sanctuaries for people who are hospitalized as well as their families and the staff that works with them.

Healthy Aging Initiative

Using Extension's expertise, the Healthy Aging Initiative (HAI) can connect you with the resources you need to navigate aging and the aging trend. The HAI program offers classes for older adults and those who work with, support and serve as care partners for older adults. Classes include physical activity, nutrition, family and care partner violence, turning your hobby into a small income stream or volunteer opportunities. In addition, we offer information outlining careers in aging, professiona

A healthy meal: chicken sandwich and grapes on a plate and a glass of water.

Healthy Eating on a Budget

The Healthy Eating on a Budget program has been integrated into the TANF Work Readiness workshop as a SNAP-Ed program. The purpose of the 8-lesson series is to provide SNAP recipients with education on healthy nutrition and physical activity practices, food resource management, food safety and food security.

Healthy Kids Festival

The goal of the Healthy Kids Festival is to provide sustainable tools and opportunities for low-income families with children ages 3-8 to make healthy choices as they approach the adolescent years. The event, hosted by Extension’s All 4 Kids Program in collaboration with local community partners provides long-term solutions to childhood obesity through physical activity, healthy eating and other behaviors related to childhood obesity prevention.

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Healthy Kids Resource Center

A one-stop shop for evidence-based research, resources, curricula, activities and materials that focus on obesity prevention for teachers and parents of young children. It is designed to educate parents and teachers as well as provide the tools needed to teach young children how to live a healthy lifestyle.

Healthy Kids, Early Start (for pre-K children and their parents)

Policy, systems and environmental approach to early childhood health, nutrition, physical activity and healthy weights through assessment and interventions in early childhood sites and teacher professional development.

Heart & Hope: Building Resilient Families

Heart & Hope provides resources and skills to victims of domestic violence who have left the perpetrator and are building a new life for themselves and their family. Workshops help parent victims gain parenting skills and confidence, build resilience for themselves and their children, avoid becoming victims in future relationships, strengthen family relationships and envision hope for the future. Workshops help children build social and emotional skills to prevent them from becoming future victi

Hope for Family Resilience Program

The Hope for Family Resilience Program set out to support families through education, programs, and resources that provide a foundation for using both the heart and head for building the family on deeper knowledge, trust, reliability, and commitment.

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Just in Time Parenting

Just in Time Parenting is an electronically delivered age-paced parenting newsletter originally developed by a national network of Extension Family Life Specialists in 2008. The program was designed to reach parents at teachable, transitional moments.

Let's Discover STEM

Let’s Discover STEM (Descubramos STEM) is a 7-week program that focuses on STEM enhancement and parent engagement for families with preschoolers and kindergarteners.

Photo collage of parents and children cooking together.

Little Books & Little Cooks

Healthy eating, family literacy and positive parent-child interaction is promoted in this 7-week program for families with preschool aged children. It also promotes children's school readiness skills. An important component of the program is the involvement of both parents and children, especially during the hands-on cooking activities.

Managing Ranch & Farm Stresses

Working in agriculture is accompanied by managing a variety of stresses on a regular basis. Connecting with others can help us cope with stress and become more resilient.

Partners in Parenting

The first five years of life have a significant effect on children’s development and learning and parents play the most important role during this time. Partners in Parenting offers many educational programs, workshops and resources primarily for parents with young children (0-5 years of age) to support healthy child development, school readiness skills, and positive parent-child interaction.

Positive Connections for Parents & Teenagers

Understanding teenage behavior and increasing parenting knowledge and skills is explored in this 4-week program for parents with adolescents.

Raiders/UNLV Sports & Health Program (RUSH)

Extension, the UNLV School of Public Health and Las Vegas Raiders partner to provide physical activity and nutrition education and promote mental health awareness for middle school-aged students.

Raising Your Relative's Kids: How to Find Help

As part of the family support program Kinship Families, Raising Your Relative's Kids: How to Find Help is a resource guide for kinship caregivers caring for children in out-of-home placement. We offer an informational website using the 100+ page resource guide, which is also available in print and on CD, including a Spanish version.

SNAP Into Farm Fresh Foods

SNAP Into Farm Fresh Foods is a health and nutrition program that provides education to SNAP-eligible participants and provides technical assistance to local farmers market managers and vendors seeking to become SNAP authorized and implement SNAP friendliness best practices.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education - Nevada

Improve the nutritional well-being of people who receive SNAP benefits and other Nevadans with a low income through community based education, programs and needs assessments.

Veggies for Kids

Veggies for Kids teaches children about healthy eating habits and improves accessibility to fresh fruits and vegetables.

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals

The curriculum teaches youth to raise quality swine, beef and dairy cattle, sheep, goats, dairy goats, rabbits, and poultry.

Related News Articles, Fact Sheets, Reports


A Balanced Diet A balanced diet gives your body all of the essential nutrients it needs to stay active, healthy, and strong. Learn how you can balance your diet to get the energy you need throughout the day. Buffington, A., Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-106
A Collaborative Domestic Violence Prevention Program This factsheet contains a collection of programs to prevent domestic violence and two-day training for law enforcement to understand the many issues surrounding domestic violence. Powell, P., Smith, M., Riley, J., Harmon, A., Ryan, C., and Butler, J. 2010, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-10-74
A Gender-specific approach to improving substance abuse treatment for women: The Healthy Steps to Freedom (HSF) Program This study tested the efficacy of a supplemental health and body image curriculum designed for women in substance abuse treatment who report weight concerns called Healthy Steps to Freedom (HSF). Lindsay, A., Warren, C., Velasquez S., & Lu, M. 2012, Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, 43(1), 61-69.
A media effort addressing preschool inactivity through family, community, and Extension collaboration To improve healthy eating and movement in children, a media project was developed with the help of community partners that promoted dance and play through music. Results indicated that children who participated in the program demonstrated improvement in healthy behaviors (significant at p < .05). Lindsay, A. 2010, Journal of National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 5 (11).
A Qualitative Study of the Emotional and Spiritual Needs of Hispanic Families in Hospice To address the underlying disparities in the cultural, emotional, and spiritual aspects of hospice care, the objective of the present qualitative study was to examine the emotional and spiritual needs of Hispanic patients' families while in hospice. Nuñez, A., Holland, J. M., Beckman, L., Kirkendall, A., & Luna, N. 2017, Palliative and Supportive Care
Advocating for Children's Educational Rights This fact sheet provides an overview of Session 6: Advocating for your Children’s Educational Rights. Luna, N. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-11-47
All 4 Kids: Healthy, Happy, Active, Fit CD© Lindsay, A. 2009, UNCE Audio Visual AV-09-01, Copyright American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP).
All 4 Kids: Healthy, Happy, Active, Fit Classroom Education for Young Children. Evidence-based curriculum to promote healthy eating, physical acivity and positive body image in young children. Lindsay, A., Byington, T., & Sigman-Grant, M. 2010, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, CM-10-06
All 4 Kids: Healthy, Happy, Active, Fit DVD© Lindsay, A. 2009, UNCE Audio Visual AV-09-02
All About Aphids! Aphids are one of the most common garden and landscape pests. Here are a few tips on control. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Avoid labeling your child Parents (also caregivers and adults) easily label children without consciously realizing it. Labeling children typically entails using an adjective to describe a child's character, behavior or appearance (e.g., shy, bossy, picky eater, always crying, etc.). What adult says carries a lot of weight with children. YaeBin Kim and Heidi Petermeier 2019, Extension Fact Sheet-19-13
Breathing Exercises for Stress Reduction This fact sheet lists out several breathing exercises for anyone to reduce stress. Huluwazu, P. and Daugherty, W. 2001, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-01-61
Bridging the Miles This special publication explores several ways families can help their children connect when deployment changes family life. Learn what to do before deployment, during deployment, and returning home from deployment. Byington, T., Brownell, T., Hayes, M, Bachman, B. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, SP-07-10
Building Vocabulary A variety of techniques can be used to promote the development of language and literacy skills in young children. Building a child’s vocabulary is a great way for parents and teachers to nurture children’s oral language skills and influences a child’s ability to comprehend written words in the future. Teresa Byington & YaeBin Kim 2014, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Fact Sheet FS-14-07
Bullying - It’s Not Child's Play This fact sheet explains bullying such as the types the reasons behind bullying. Learn more about how parents can help stop or reduce bullying from happening. Bixler, M. 2004, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-04-58
Cardio Endurance \| Heart Smart Cardio- Respiratory, or “Cardio” Endurance is an important element to children’s physical fitness. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-14
Children Are What They Eat. Sigman-Grant, M. J., Lindsay, A. R., Byington, T. A. 2014, UNCE Publication AV-14-02
Community instructor earns University award, citizenship Extension's Lizeth Ramirez-Barroeta, a University classified employee of the month, was sworn in as a U.S. citizen Andrews, A. 2019, Nevada Today
Cooking With Young Children Cooking with children can be considered a fun learning activity for both young children and their parents. Cooking is one of a few activities that can improve many abilities at once. Children can enhance math, science, language, motor development, art and social skills through cooking. Kim, Y. 2015, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, Fact Sheet-15-03
Coping With Crying Babies This fact sheet explains ways to treat crying babies by proving helpful ways to cope with crying babies and how to do it. Sigman-Grant, M. and Tang, M. 2004, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-04-01
Creating an Autobiography: A Family Keepsake This fact sheet contains information on ways older adults can begin to write their autobiography or life stories. Collins, C., Petermeier, H. 2009, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS 09-03
Creating an Autobiography: Starting the Process This fact sheet contains information on ways older adults can begin to write their autobiography or life stories. Collins, C., Petermeier, H. 2009, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS 09-02
Dando Lo Mejor A Los Niños: Berrinches A Spanish fact sheet that provides information on children and tantrums. Byington, T. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-37
Domestic Violence: An Overview The purpose of this publication is to help readers understand the dynamics of IPV, by providing an overview of various forms of control exhibited toward victims. As Nevada nortoriously ranks high in reports of IPV, understanding how IPV impacts our communities is crucial in developing strategies to address it. Powell, P. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-11-76
Dying to Be Thin, How Far Will You Go? Body Image and Cultural Standards of Beauty. Lindsay, A. & Velasquez, S. 2007, UNCE Fact Sheet FS-07-47.
E-Books for Young Children Kim, Y. 2017, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Eat Smart Be Active - Active Preschoolers: Indoor Play This publication for parents provides ideas for indoor play for preschoolers. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Active Preschoolers: Outdoor Play This publication for parents provides ideas for outdoor play for preschoolers. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Am I Really Hungry? This publication gives parents tips to help their children recognize when they are hungry or full. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Eat Fruits and Veggies Every Day! This publication encourages parents to help their kids eat a variety of fruits and vegetables. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Go, Slow & Whoa: What Should I Know? This publication helps families recognize foods that are the smartest choices, using a traffic light as a metaphor. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Let's Cook Together! This publication provides tips for parents and children cooking together, as well as a recipe for Hawaiian Fruit Dip. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Let's Keep Moving: Unstructured Play This publication for parents provides ideas for unstructured play for children 3 to 5 years old. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Let's Move Together: Structured Play This publication for parents provides ideas for structured play for children 3 to 5 years old. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - MyPlate and the Five Food Groups This publication introduces families to MyPlate, the USDA's updated model for healthy food choices. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Screen Time for Young Children: How Much is Too Much? This publication gives parenting tips to help limit screen time for young children. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - This is Me! I Love Me! (Child and Body Image) This publication for parents gives tips to help children develop their self-esteem. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eat Smart Be Active - Tips to Help Your Picky Eater This publication provides tips for helping parents introduce new foods to children. Weigel, D. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Eating Healthy at Restaurants - Choose healthy items no matter where you dine Making healthier choices at restaurants can make all the difference to maintain a healthy energy balance . Lindsay, A., Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-101
Emergency Preparedness and The Tabletop Exercise: How Youth Can Play a Part in the Process This fact sheet contains information on emergency preparedness and the tabletop exercise. Learn more about how youth can play key roles in disaster training the tabletop exercise. Powell, P., Black, L., Benesh, C., and Smith, M. 2008, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-08-36
Energy Balance Energy balance is being mindful of what we eat, drink, and how much physical activity we are getting. Focusing on energy balance can lead to a healthy lifestyle. Lindsay, A., Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-99
Engagement Strategies That Promote Physical Activity Using positive engagement strategies in fun, playful social settings are key to promoting physical activity. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-22
Evaluation of a Domestic Violence Program for Law Enforcement This fact sheet contains information on evaluation training methods for a domestic violence program aimed at law enforcement. This includes cadet demographics and a table that has topics used to evaluate cadet training. Powell, P., Smith, M., Riley, J., Harmon, A., Ryan, C., and Butler, J. 2010, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-10-75
Evaluation of Hospice Care by Family Members of Hispanic and non-Hispanic Patients This study relied upon information from the family evaluation of hospice care survey provided by 2980 caregivers, 152 of whom cared for a Hispanic patient and 2828 who cared for a non-Hispanic patient. Kirkendall, A., Holland, J., Keene, J., Luna, N. 2016, American Journal of Hospice & Palliative Medicine. 32:3, 313-321
Facts About Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) This fact sheet explains in great detail the harmful effects and consequences of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS). Kock, J. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-48
Family and Youth Services Detention Survey: A report of 2001 findings This fact sheet contains extensive information on the Family and Youth Services Detention Survey by learning about the demographics of Spring Mountain and CCDFYS detention. Learn through detailed tables that list the demographic and categories with percentages and n value. Letner, J., Brown, R., Killian, E., and Evans, B. 2001, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, SP-02-01
Family Evaluation of Hospice Care: Examining Direct and Indirect Associations with Overall Satisfaction and Caregiver Confidence The Family Evaluation of Hospice Care (FEHC) survey is widely employed by hospices, and several studies have examined this information to help inform and enhance end-of-life services. The present study aimed to examine the mediating effects of demographic factors, length of stay, timing of referral, and others. Holland, J., Kirkendall, A., Keene, J., Luna, N. 2016, Journal of Palliative and Supportive Care. 13, 901-908.
Family Storyteller \| Calendar Fun University of Nevada, Reno Extension 2018, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno
Family Storytelling and the Benefits for Children Parents are encouraged time and time again to read stories from books with their young children, as the benefits are many – improved literacy skills, increased school success, parent-child bonding, developing a lifetime interest in reading and more. YaeBin K. and H. Petermeier 2016, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, FS-16-07
Field assessment for obesity prevention in children and parents: Physical activity, fitness and body composition. This report will assist educators in identifying and selecting appropriate field-based assessments for measurement of PA, physical fitness, and body composition for children and adults. Specific guidelines, references, and resources are given for selecting assessment methods and test within these 3 areas. Lindsay, A., Hongu, K., Spears, K., Dyrek, A. & Manore, M. 2014, Journal of Nutrition Education Behavior 46 (1):43-53. doi: 10.1016/j.jneb.2013.03.013
Flexibility \| Reach for the Stars! Flexibility is an important part of a child’s fitness and includes movements like bending, twisting and stretching. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-15
Food Safety Tips for Nevada Child Caregivers This publication will help you to learn more about what caregivers should look for during the preparation of food to prevent foodborne illness. Omaye, S. and Wilson, M. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-28
For New Breastfeeding Mothers: What You Need to Know About Supplementing With Infant Formula This fact sheet contains several questions and answers on supplementing breastfeeding with infant formula. Sigman-Grant, M. 2013, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-13-16
For the Health Professional: Birthing Practices Affect Breastfeeding Outcomes This fact sheet briefly describes the impact of selected common routines practiced during labor and following birth that may influence breastfeeding outcomes. Sigman-Grant, M. 2013, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-13-19
For the Health Professional: Infant Formula IS NOT the Same as Breast Milk This fact sheet presents a comprehensive (but not complete) list of human milk components to help show the great differences between infant formula and human milk components. Sigman-Grant, M. 2013, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-13-17
Fundamental Movement Skills \| Active Kids Are Active Adolescents For many children sports and physical activity aren’t natural, aren’t easy and it may not be fun! Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-12
Get Active! This fact sheet contains information on ways to stay active and the amount of time the activity should be. Lindsay, A. and Constantino, N. 2010, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-10-81
Get Moving! It can be a challenge to schedule an exercise plan into your busy life. Try stepping up your current routine without adding more commitments to your schedule and get moving! Lindsay, A. 2010, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-10-78
Get Ready, Get Set, Let’s Go! A variety of tips on how to get more active in your life, whether you want to start slow or jump right into exercises. Lindsay, A. & Constantino, N. 2008, UNCE Fact Sheet FS-08-35
Get Regular Starting a fitness program is only half the battle. Maintaining a physically active lifestyle is the ultimate challenge. As you progress through the steps to building an active lifestyle, you reach the final step, Get Regular! Lindsay, A. 2009, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-10-79
Get Up, Get Out! Get Up, Get Out isn’t about exercise or hard workouts at the gym, it is leisure and fun that will help lay the foundation for becoming more active. Lindsay, A. 2009, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-10-80
Giving R Best 2 Kids: Development & Behavior - Biting This fact sheet explains the many things parents can do and say to kids when they start biting. Byington, T. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-81
Giving R Best 2 Kids: Development & Behavior - Temper Tantrums This fact sheet explains what should be done or said to kids that have temper tantrums. Byington, T. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-82
Go, Slow, and Whoa Foods We can help our children recognize which foods are better choices with GO, SLOW and WHOA. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, FS-21-86
Grow Cucumbers in the Mojave Desert Join YHEP Instructor Nicole Hansen at the San Miguel Community Garden, as she shows you how you can grow cucumbers here in the Mojave Desert. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Growth, Obesity and Energy Balance. Lindsay, A. R., Sigman-Grant, M. J., Byington, T. A. 2014, UNCE Publication AV-14-01
Handling Baby Food This fact sheet contains information on handling baby food such as feeding, serving, and sanitizing. Sigman-Grant, M. 2001, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-01-15
Have it Your Weigh! Portion Sizes & Dining Out Learn about healthy eating by understanding choosing sensible portions when dining out or at home and healthful menu choices from restaurants. Lindsay, A., Wilson, M., & Velasquez, S. 2007, UNCE Fact Sheet FS-07-46.
Head Start families thoughts and beliefs about health, nutrition, and physical activity. Byington, T. A., Lindsay, A. R., Loesch-Griffin, D., Brumett, S., & Sigman-Grant, M. 2013, National Head Start Association, NHSA Dialog, 16(3), 64-76.
Healthy Kids Resource Center: Energy Balance & Childhood Obesity Section The Healthy Kids Resource Center provides evidence-based research, resources, curricula, activities and materials that focus on obesity prevention and promoting energy balance in your child's life. Teach children the importance of both eating a balanced diet with foods they like and being physically active. Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Healthy Kids Resource Center: Music & Dance Section \| Healthy Kids Physical Toolkit Music and dance is fun, it doesn’t exclude children who are less skilled, it can be done at school or home, with friends or family and it promotes brain development and social interaction. Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Healthy Kids Resource Center: Physical Activities To Do With Your Children Section Children have different needs at each age and stage of their development. Each child is also unique. If it's been a while since you've had children in the house, check out this list for activities that can help children learn, have fun, experience success, and feel good about themselves. Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno
Healthy Kids Resource Center: Recipes Section Packing a healthy lunchbox and other healthy ideas. Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, IP
Healthy Steps to Freedom: A Health and Body Image Curriculum. Lindsay, A. & Velasquez, S. 2009, UNCE Curriculum Material CM-09-02
Healthy Tips for Families: Lifelong Healthy Habits Start at Home. Today’s children have different options for food and play than children had in the past. Sadly, many food choices contain more calories and fewer nutrients than a child needs to grow healthy. Try these 10 tips to help your family! Lindsay, A., Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-100
Healthy Tips For Picky Eaters Exploring Food: How to Explore New Food with Preschoolers Lindsay, A., & Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-102
Heart & Hope Frequently Asked Questions Frequently asked questions of the Heart & Hope domestic violence program Baker-Tingey, J. 2021, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Blog Post
Heart & Hope Law Enforcement Training Details regarding law enforcement training for the Heart & Hope domestic violence program. Baker-Tingey, J. 2021, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Blog Post
History a reflection of the past, and a teacher for the future The breadth and depth of Black history goes far beyond 28 days in February McGee, S. 2021, Nevada Today NSights \| University of Nevada, Reno February 24, 2021
How Judgers and Perceivers Can Accept, Respect, and Embrace Human Differences This fact sheet provides information on how judgers and perceivers can accept, respect, and embrace human differences by looking at judgers' and perceivers' tendencies and how to work out differences. Leigh, G. and Miller, E. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-101
How to help a victim of domestic violence The purpose of this publication is to provide an overview of the difficulties victims face when leaving an abusive situation, and what we can do to help them be successful in leaving. Powell, P. and Smith, M. 2012, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-12-08
How to leverage your state's land grant Extension system: Partnering to promote physical activity. The purpose of this manuscript is to describe Extension and provide case studies on physical activity promotion within this setting. Harden, S., Gunter, K., Lindsay, A. R. 2018, Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine 3(15):113-118
Hunger & Fullness - Building Tummy Awareness It's wise for parents and teachers to talk to children about what it means to be hungry and what it means to be full. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-88
Impostor Syndrome and Parenting: What Is It and How to Overcome It Impostor syndrome involves feeling like a fraud despite one’s achievements and worry someone will find out about it. It can cause feelings of anxiety and affect relationships. Parents experience impostor syndrome when they doubt their own parenting capabilities, but it is possible to overcome these feelings. Kim, Y. and Petermeier, H. 2023, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, FS-23-23
Influencing Head Start families thoughts and beliefs about health, nutrition, and physical activity. The results of an intervention comparison research study indicated that preschoolers can have an influence on their families’ food selection and physical activity habits. Byington, T. A., Lindsay, A. R., Loesch-Griffin, D., Brumett, S., & Sigman-Grant, M. 2013, National Head Start Association, NHSA Dialog, 16(3), 160-164
Kangaroo Mother Care Within the First Hour After Birth This fact sheet contains several questions and answers that a mother could have when their infant is born. Sigman-Grant, M. 2013, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-013-18
Keys of Successful Parenting: Care for Self This fact sheet provides several positive and negative ways to cope with stress for oneself and family members. Brown, R. and Killian, E. 2004, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-04-41
Kids Cook - Lesson 01 - Fun Flavored Waters This lesson describes how to create healthy fun flavored waters and teaches children how to follow a recipe. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 02 - Colorful Summer Popsicles This lesson describes how to create colorful summer popsicles and teaches children how to follow a recipe. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 03 - A Corny Summer This lesson describes how to create fun summer recipes involving corn and teaches children how to follow a recipe. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, IP
Kids Cook - Lesson 1 Evaluation This evaluation tests your knowledge of the kids cook lesson 1 curriculum. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 2 Evaluation This evaluation goes along with Lesson 2 Kids Cook to test your knowledge of what you learned from the curriculum. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 3 Evaluation This evaluation goes along with Lesson 3 Kids Cook to test your knowledge of what you learned from the curriculum. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Win When Family Meals Are A Priority Make Mealtime Quality Time Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-89
Knowing the School System: Standards and Testing This fact sheet provides an overview of Session 3: Knowing the School System: Standards and Testing. Luna, N. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-11-44
Learning to Like New Foods - Cucumbers are cool Does it seem like your preschooler only wants to eat the same foods every day? Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-87
Let's Discover STEM: Five-Year Report 2017-2022 Nevada Sustainable Communities Project A seven-week workshop targeting children in at-risk communities in Las Vegas & Reno-Sparks to promote STEM topics and the results of said workshop. Weigel, D., Kim, Y., and Evans, B. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, IP-22-01
Logical Consequences & Responsible Teens This fact sheet explains responsibility and eight logical consequences guidelines for teens. Day, P. 2004, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-04-66
Los Niños Pequeños Que Aprenden Control De Si Mismo Tienen Más Posibilidades Para El Éxito (Young Children Who Learn Self Control Have More Chances for Success) Los padres y cuidadores de los niños juegan ún rol muy vital ayudando a los niños pequeños a desarrollar sus habilidades de control de si mismo. Kim, Y. 2012, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Fact Sheet FS-12-17
Make Your Home a Great Place to Play The many forms of play enrich a child’s brain, body and life in important ways, and STEM in the early years makes a difference in children’s lives. Any time, even this time of coronavirus, can be the right time to make time for STEM. All families can learn more about STEM at home. Ramirez-Barroeta, L., and Andrews, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Making Education a Family Goal This fact sheet provides an overview of Session 1: Making Education a Family Goal. Luna, N. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-11-42
Mom’s Special Gift This fact sheet contains questions and answers regarding when one can breastfeed and the benefits of breastfeeding for babies. Tang, M. and Sigman-Grant, M. 2003, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-03-15
Money Sense for Your Children - The Spending Plan This fact sheet is lesson 4 of the Money Sense for Your Children and will explore money management and how to create a spending plan by understanding the needs and wants of children. Koehler, C., Crites, A., Behal, P., and Horton, S. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-96
Money Sense for your Children - Money Management Sense This fact sheet is lesson 1 of money sense for your children that specifically deals with money management. Koehler, C., Crites, A., Behal, P., and Horton, S., 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-93
Money Sense for Your Children - Saving and Sharing This fact sheet is lesson 3 of The Money Sense for Your Children series which explores how children can save and share their money. Koehler, C., Crites, A., Behal, P., and Horton, S. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-95
Money Sense for your Children - The Pressures of Advertising This fact sheet contains a variety of information on how children can learn more about money and advertising. Koehler, C, Crites, A., Behal, P., and Horton, S. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-19
Money Sense for your Children - Where Money Comes From This fact sheet is lesson 2 of Money Sense for your Children series and will explore where money comes from. Learn more about how children can find ways to make money early on in their life. Koehler, C., Crites, A., Behal, P., and Horton, S., 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-94
Money Sense for your Children - Your Questions - Your Answers This fact sheet is lesson 6 of the Money Sense for your Children series and will explore common questions and answers that parents and children have about money loss, stealing, allowance, and more. Koehler, C., Crites, A., Behal, P., and Horton, S., 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-97
Muscle and Bone Strength \| Muscles in Motion Did you know that people who are more physically active generally use more energy even at rest than those who are not as physically active? Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-17
Nevada Statewide SNAP-Ed Needs Assessment, 2020-2021 A needs assessment of SNAP-Ed programs statewide in Nevada. In 2020, all counties had a SNAP-Ed program, though they did not all receive individual funding, and 9 had programs, delivered by Extension. This publication shows many counties lack health and nutrition programs and how to improve this within the state. Buffington, A., Webber, K., and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Nevada substance abuse treatment providers – Assessing the needs & characteristics of female clients in recovery. Lindsay, A. & Velasquez, S. 2012, UNCE Special Publication SP-12-09
Nevada’s health and nutrition needs – Preferred methods of health information delivery. Seymour, K., Spears, K., Lindsay, A., Collins, C., Leontos, C., Sigman-Grant, M., Wilson, M. & Woodson, J. 2009, UNCE Special Publication SP-09-18
New Year, New Reads! Do you like to meet new characters, imagine worlds unknown and learn about notable people and events in history? Join us in this challenge of expanding your knowledge and reading skills! McGee, S. 2021, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Options After High School This fact sheet provides an overview of Session 4: Options After High School. Luna, N. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-11-045
Orders of Protection: Domestic Violence The purpose of this fact sheet is to describe what an Order of Protection is, the process followed to obtain one, and the need to report order violations. Powell, P. and Smith, M. 2012, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-12-07
Perceived stress, stressors, and preferred stress management strategies among western agricultural producers Grocke-Dewey, M., Brennan, A., Freeman, B., Weas, H., Gutheil, J., Stallones, L., & McMoran, D. 2023, Journal of Rural Mental Health, 47(3), 152–162
Perceptual Motor Development \| Connecting the Brain & the Body Perceptual motor development connects a child’s perceptual or sensory skills (his brain) to his motor skills (his body) so they can perform a variety of movements and confidently interact with their environment. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-18
Physical Activity Improves Brain and Cognitive Functions Children who are more physically active perform better academically and have better memory and attention. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-23
Physical Activity, How Much Is Enough? \| Active Kids Are Healthy Kids Just for Preschoolers and Their Families Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension,\| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-19
Portion Sizes / Tamaño de Porciones Children need smaller quantities of food than adults do for their small bodies. USDA’s MyPlate “rule of thumb” says the serving size for a child should be ½ of an adult’s serving. Many Nutrition Facts labels do not express this. It is up to the adults in their lives to ensure the proper portion sizes. Lindsay, A., & Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-104
PPE for Summer Gardening and Crops for the Desert Summers - Peppers The Mojave Desert is a unique growing environment. With summer temperatures that can go over 110 degrees Fahrenheit it is imperative that you use the "Right Plant, Right Place" theory. Community-Based Instructor, Nicole Hansen, teaches you how to grow peppers in the desert. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Pre-Kindergarten Math Concepts This fact sheet provides a quick overview of pre-kindergarten math concepts and more. Bixler, M. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-91
Pre-Kindergarten Standards: Building the Framework for Learning This fact sheet provides information on Pre-kindergarten standards and concepts such as math, science, creative arts, and more. Bixler, M. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-20
Preschoolers can distinguish between healthy and unhealthy foods: The All 4 Kids Study This study determined changes in preschoolers' ability to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy foods and stated food preferences after participation in a nutrition education program. Sigman-Grant, M., Byington, T., Lindsay, A., Lu, M., Mobley, A., Fitzgerald, N. & Hildebrand, D. 2013, Journal of nutrition education and behavior, 03/2014, Volume 46, Issue 2
Preventing Falls in Your Home This fact sheet contains extensive information on ways to prevent the risk of falling in one's home. Collins, C. and Petermeier, H. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-24
Produce Pick of the Month: Cantaloupe Recipe Chef Suzy partners with Produce Pick of the Month to bring you this yummy cantaloupe smoothie recipe that you can try at home. McClain, S. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Produce Pick of the Month: Garbanzo Bean Recipe Chef Suzy partners with Produce Pick of the Month to share with you this delicious and fast garbanzo recipe. Follow along to learn how to make something new and to know interesting facts about garbanzo beans. McClain, S. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Recipes
Produce Pick of the Month: Jicama Recipe Chef Suzy partners with Produce Pick of the Month to bring you this jicama recipe that you can try at home. McClain, S. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Project MAGIC In Northern Nye and Esmeralda Counties This fact sheet explores project Magic in Northern Nye and Esmeralda by looking at its history, description, components, impacts, and many more. Poperin, A. and Smith, M. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-72
Propagation by Seed Learn how to properly plant a seed! Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Propagation of Stems and Leaves Nicole Hansen, of the Youth Horticulture Education Program, teaches how to propagate plants by stem and leaf cuttings. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Reactive Attachment Disorder - Developing An Understanding Through Information This fact sheet contains information on Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), behaviors, and several treatment models that are often used. Day, P. 2001, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-01-80
Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect This fact sheet provides extensive information on recognizing child abuse and neglect by exploring ways to recognize child abuse. Learn more about physical and behavioral indicators, factors affecting them, and how to report child abuse. Kock, J. and Byington, T 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-25
Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect This fact sheet explores child abuse and neglect, types of maltreatment, reporting, perpetrators, and many more. Kock, J., Agao, V., Byington, T., and Martin, S. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-26
Roads to Higher Education This fact sheet provides an overview of Session 5: Roads to Higher Education. Luna, N. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-11-46
Safe Handling of Expressed Breast Milk This fact sheet provides extensive information on handling safely expressed break milk. Learn more about the guidelines for storing and transporting breast milk, thawing, reheating, and feeding. Sigman-Grant, M. and Tang M. 2003, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-03-19
Safely Feeding Babies and Infants This fact sheet contains information regarding parents' options for feeding babies and infants. Learn more about keeping clean and serving breast milk/formula and when should it be discarded. Sigman-Grant, M. 2001, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-22
Science in the Preschool Classroom: The Living World - Animals and Plants This fact sheet contains extensive information on how children can learn to be scientists at an early age by exploring different topics and ideas for the classroom. Weigel, D., Byington, T., Kim, Y. 2017, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-17-09
Screen Time \| Make Time to Unplug Increased time in front of a screen means less time being physically active, contributing to higher weight and BMI, increased caloric intake & unhealthy food choices. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-21
Sedentary Behavior \| Don't Just Sit, and Sit, and Sit! Being sedentary can result in more sitting and less time spent being physically active which can lead to obesity and greater risk for having diabetes and other chronic health problems as an adult. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-20
Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) This fact sheet explains what Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) is and serval ways to prevent it. Kock, Jo. 2007, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-49
Shopping with Kids Your Game Plan to Grocery Shopping With Kids Lindsay, A., & Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-105
Snack & Mealtime Routines A regular routine of meals and snacks helps discourage eating all day, and preschoolers like it because they know what to expect. Lindsay, A., & Buffington, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-103
Something Special is Coming From YHEP! YHEP and Texas A&M University have something very special coming up. Stay Tuned! Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (Sids) In Southern Nevada This Curriculum material explains the Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) by defining the syndrome, listing important facts, and many more. Kock, J. 2004, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, CM-04-03
Talking Positively At Mealtimes - Your Words Matter As your child's caregiver, you play the biggest role in their eating behavior. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-90
Teacher and family connections curriculum: A supplement to the All 4 Kids: Healthy, Happy, Active, Fit obesity prevention program. Sigman-Grant, M, Van Brackel, A., Byington, T. and Lindsay, A. 2013, UNCE Publication CM-13-01
Teaching Children To Make Healthy Choices - Empowering Children Through Language If young children are taught early and practice healthy choices, they will make better food choices as they grow up. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-85
Teaching Young Children About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion It is important to teach your child about diversity, equity and inclusion. It is so important to help your children learn how to embrace diversity in a way that is respectful and celebrates different cultures, backgrounds and experiences. YaeBin Kim 2021, University of Nevada, Reno, Extension, FS-21-96
Team YHEP Presents: Hydroponics Harvest and Donations Team YHEP shows you how we harvest and package our hydroponic produce for donation to our food pantry partners throughout Las Vegas! O'Callaghan, A., Braxton-Perry, T., Hansen, N., and Ford-Terry, I., 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
The Benefits of Employing Certified Babysitters This fact sheet explains the benefits of employing certified babysitters by exploring the skills, expectations, and certification of certified babysitters. Clark, M., Caldera, Z., and Leigh, G. 2004, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-04-64
The Elements of Fitness \| Fit Kids Are Healthy Kids Children should engage in indoor and outdoor active play in their pre-school and at home. Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-16
The hard truth about domestic violence Intimate partner violence doesn't discriminate. It can happen to anyone. Learn more about its impacts on victims, survivors and the economy, and find local and national resources. Andrews, A. 2019, Nevada Today
The Medical Cost of Domestic Violence What is typically igonored is the financial cost domestic violence places on society, in terms of housing, child care, employment and criminal justice services C. Powell, P. Powell, J. Baker-Tingey 2018, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno FS-18-02
University of Nevada, Reno Extension Statewide Health and Nutrition Program Best Practices Guide for Program Implementation (First Edition) This tool serves as a resource for implementing multi-component interventions and evidence-based curricula to improve the health and wellbeing of Nevadans. It is designed to assist internal and external collaborators in increasing the appeal of healthful nutrition and physical activity in limited resource communities. Helm, M. M., Buffington, A., Lindsay, A. R. 2022, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Informational Publication
Using a Pedometer Physical activity is one of the most important things we can do to improve our health. However, finding time to incorporate an exercise regime into a daily schedule can often be a challenge. To gain some health benefits, simply increase your number of daily steps and make them more intentional and brisk! Lindsay, A. 2009, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-08-32
Ways Introverts and Extraverts Can Accept, Respect, and Embrace Human Differences This fact sheet provides information on how introverts and extroverts can accept, respect, and embrace human differences by looking at introverts' and extroverts' tendencies and how to work out differences. Leigh, G. and Miller, E. 2006, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-06-98
Weighing in on Fat: Using a Pedometer, A Guide to Help Step it Up Lindsay, A. & Velasquez, S. 2008, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-08-49.
What a Girl Wants! What a Girl Needs! Living Healthy without Methamphetamine. This fact sheet provides extensive detail on the needs and wants for girls to live healthily. Learn about different ways to track issues and suggestions to change one's lifestyle. Lindsay, A. & Velasquez, S. 2007, UNCE Fact Sheet FS-07-45
What Is Physical Literacy? \| Early Start, Active for Life A young child who is physically literate is one who has the motivation confidence, knowledge, skills, and fitness necessary to enjoy a physically active lifestyle Lindsay, A. and Byington, T. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-13
Yes, Parenting is Difficult! If you are parents to children of any age, at some point in life you must have felt that parenting is difficult. Parenting sometimes involves more work than pleasure. Although very rewarding, most parents agree, taking care of a child and his or her many, many needs can be physically and emotionally exhausting. YaeBin K. 2021, University of Nevada, Reno, Extension, FS-21-95
YHEP Summer Recipes, Ep.02: Garden Fresh Eggplant Empanadas Delicious summer empanada dish using hearty eggplant created by Tricia Braxton Perry. Braxton Perry, T. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Hydroponics At Home, Ep 03: Growing Tomatoes in a 5-Gallon Bucket YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry shows you how you can grow tomatoes year-round in a DIY 5-gallon bucket hydroponic system! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
You And Your Baby: The Nurturing Team… This fact sheet contains extensive information on nurturing a baby from the early months (12-24). Learn more about foods and facts that will help benefit your toddler years. Sigman-Grant. M. 2002, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-02-14
Young Children in the Digital Age In the 21st century, babies to school-age children are digital consumers, often using TV, computers, gaming systems, even smartphones and tablets. This fact sheet explains possible concerns and benefit associated with children's media use and suggest what parents/caregivers can do. Kim, Y. 2013, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, FS-13-22
Young Children Who Learn Self Control Have More Chances for Success Preschoolers who are better at self control become more self-confident, more independent, better at handling stress and frustration, and better in academic performance during adolescence. Parents and child care providers play a vital role in helping young children develop self control skills. Kim, Y. 2011, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Fact Sheet FS-11-57