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4-H Project Sheet: Food Waste Busters

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Youth learn to reduce food waste at home and in their community while building skills in sustainability, STEM, leadership, and civic action through hands-on learning.

UC 4-H Volunteer Educators’ Guide: For Those Facilitating 4-H Educational Experiences

Thu, 7 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This guide is for volunteers who facilitate educational experiences, designed to help them understand their role and responsibilities as a 4-H volunteer educator.

Comparisons of Professional Development Approaches for Out-of-School Time Educators

Thu, 7 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Out-of-school time educators benefit directly from effective professional development that advances their knowledge and skills. This publication looks at five approaches to professional development, so educators and programs can make informed decisions about which is best for their needs.

4-H Astronomy Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The night sky holds endless learning opportunities for youth and adults. Our observations and inquiries about the world beyond earth help us understand the world around us. In fact, many explanations of natural phenomena began with astronomical observations. Likewise, many technological advances have come about as a direct result of our drive to explore outer space.

4-H Photography Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Photography provides people with an opportunity to explore, experiment, express, and communicate in seemingly endless ways . Participation in this project goes far beyond building the technical skills needed to operate a camera and other photographic equipment.

In this project, members will learn

• how to take engaging photos • the history, science, and artistic elements found in photography • how to view the world through a different lens

This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, civic engagement, leadership and college and career readiness goals.

4-H Website Design Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

It’s a fun and important skill to know how to communicate information effectively in the digital age through computers, the internet, and connected devices. A good website is designed to transmit, process, and help people use data efficiently. In this project, members will learn to

design, code, and build an effective website using website builders and code • to optimize a website for mobile devices, for fast load time, and for people who can’t view the images • to create graphics and human-centered designs for websitesto share information using best practices of communicating information

This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill • also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, civic engagement, leadership and college and career readiness goals.

4-H Geology Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Geology is an Earth science focusing on Earth’s physical structure and substance, the processes that change the Earth, and the history of the Earth and its life.

Exploring geology helps us better understand the sources of the minerals we use each day, Earth’s processes, and the impacts of climate and land-use change and conservation.

In this project, members will learn: • types of rocks, their composition, and how they were formed• methods to collect rock and fossil specimens and identify the mineralthe history of Earth, plate tectonics, and large-scale system interactions• how scientists study water, energy, mineral, and other natural resources we rely on

4-H Muzzle Loading Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Muzzle loading is one of the disciplines of the 4-H Shooting Sports program, which covers the fundamentals of shooting and basic firearm safety, while developing self-motivation, self-discipline, and personal responsibility.Although the invention of smokeless powder and self-contained cartridges has rendered them obsolete, muzzleloaders are still embraced by a devoted following of antique firearm collectors, historical reenactors, and even modern hunters. In this project, members will learn

• shooting proficiency • proper handling of muzzle-loading firearms • the difference between black powder and smokeless powder • how to promote the highest standard of safety

4-H Emergency Preparation and Management Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Disasters can and do occur on a regular basis. These events, which range from earthquakes to wildfires and other natural and human-made disasters, can happen at any time and often do so with little or no warning. When emergencies occur, they have the potential to affect every facet of life.

In this project, members will learn how to effectively prepare for an emergency how emergencies are handled by government agencies and other organizations to respond quickly and appropriately in an emergency or disaster

4-H Climatology and Climate Science Project

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Climatology, an Earth science, is the scientific study of long-term average weather and atmospheric conditions. The prevailing weather conditions in specific geographic regions change over years, decades, centuries, and eras, affecting the plants, animals, and other life in the region.

In this project, members will learn to: explore the difference between weather and climate to measure average temperature, wind, rainfall, and humidity over time • to analyze daily weather patterns how weather patterns influence plants, animals, humans, and the environment • how climate is influenced by interactions between sunlight, the ocean, the atmosphere, ice, landforms, and living things • how the ocean exerts a major influence on climate by absorbing energy from the Sun, releasing it over time, and globally redistributing it through ocean currents • how human activities, such as the release of greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels, are major factors in climate change methods...

Conceptual Framework of Effective Organizations Serving Latinx Youth

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This practitioner brief offers key conceptual framework recommendations that emerged from a 2-year qualitative study that draws on observations of thirteen organizations in California serving Latinx youth and the perspectives of seventeen youth development professionals and fifty-three Latinx and diverse youth.

The conceptual framework, or philosophy, of an organization constitutes the distinctive and long-lasting principles and values that guide leaders, staff members, and their work. Effective Latinx youth development organizations use a guiding philosophy that builds on mainstream positive youth development research and practice and includes an emphasis on extended understandings of Latinx youth development.

Building Relationships in Latinx Communities

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This practitioner brief offers key recommendations that emerged from a 2-year qualitative study that draws on observations of thirteen organizations in California serving Latinx youth and the perspectives of seventeen youth development professionals and fifty-three Latinx and diverse youth. Outreach efforts with the Latinx community are an opportunity for mutual learning and for organizations to learn of the community’s assets, needs, and resources. This practitioner brief outlines strategies for successful relationship building.

Overview of Guiding Principles for Engaging Latinx Youth

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This practitioner brief offers an overview of the findings and recommendations that emerged from a 2-year qualitative study that draws on observations of thirteen organizations in California serving Latinx youth and the perspectives of seventeen youth development professionals and fifty-three Latinx and diverse youth.

This brief offers some key guiding principles related to each of the four dimensions of youth development organizations: conceptual framework, organizational infrastructure, program elements, and program and community relationship.

Organizational Infrastructure Supporting Latinx Youth Engagement

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This practitioner brief offers key organizational infrastructure recommendations that emerged from a 2-year qualitative study that draws on observations of thirteen organizations in California serving Latinx youth and the perspectives of seventeen youth development professionals and fifty-three Latinx and diverse youth.

Organizational and program leaders understand both the challenges and strengths of their Latinx youth and families, and make a point of collaboratively working with them to make a positive difference.

Organizational infrastructure matters to sustaining Latinx youth participation over time. To yield results, successful organizational leaders develop and implement flexible policies and practices to facilitate a nimble staff response to Latinx family needs and interests.

Program Elements for Engaging Latinx Youth and Families

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

To sustain Latinx youth participation over time, program leaders listen to Latinx youth and family voices, and their experiences inform all aspects of programming. This allows leaders to determine appropriate incentives, tap Latinx community strengths, create meaningful ladders of opportunity, and, most importantly, ensure participants are safe and having fun.

Integrating Experiential Education into the Digital Realm

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Experiential education may be implemented in online learning environments with adaptations to ensure core instructional principles are integrated. This fact sheet outlines key practices for successful integration, desired outcomes, and examples of 4-H online learning programs.

Supporting Productive Educator Practices for Out-of-School Time

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Online learning environments may provide opportunities for youth to learn, grow, and practice around a subject matter that are similar to the opportunities provided in physical learning environments. online learning during out-of-school time, educators must continue to plan program goals and a sequence of learning experiences, employ experiential education, and promote positive youth development. This fact sheet offers best practices and examples of activities for teaching online during out-of-school time.

Promoting Positive Youth Development

Tue, 2 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Positive youth development may be promoted in online learning environments with adaptations to ensure core practices are integrated. When implemented well, positive youth development will occur in online environments and achieve similar outcomes to positive youth development in physical environments. This fact sheet outlines key factors for consideration in planning online learning experiences.

Living On My Own:Should I Be Living on My Own? Leader Guide

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Can I Afford to Live on My Own? unit is part of the Living on My Own module from the extensive Money Talks series. Included in the workbook are exercises and quizzes to help young people understand the emotions and realities of living on their own. Lessons include: Needs and Wants, How Much Will My Own Place Cost?, Rental Application Costs, Move-in Costs, Monthly Costs, Making Your Budget

Living On My Own: I Found the Perfect Place to Live, Participant Guide

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The I Found the Perfect Place to Live! Now What? unit is part of the Living on My Own module from the extensive Money Talks series. Included in the workbook are exercises and quizzes to help young people understand the emotions and realities of living on their own. Lessons include: Rental Agreements, Security Deposits, Communicating with the Landlord, Pet and Parking Policies, Rental Insurance, Roommates, When Your Rental Agreement Is Up, Don’t Get Evicted!

Living On My Own:Should I Be Living on My Own? Leader Guide

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Can I Afford to Live on My Own? unit is part of the Living on My Own module from the extensive Money Talks series. Included in this leader’s guide are learning objectives, background information, activities with accompanying handouts and visuals, a glossary, and a list of additional resources. The Background Information is meant to prepare instructors to both teach the unit and provide discussion materials for use with the participants. It also corresponds with the four activities included in the leader’s guide and the participant guide.

Living On My Own: I Want My Own Place, Participant Guide

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The I Want My Own Place! What Should I Know? unit is part of the Living on My Own module from the extensive Money Talks series. Included in the workbook are exercises and quizzes to help young people understand the emotions and realities of living on their own. Lessons include: Why am I Moving On?, Where Should I Live?, Money Matters, Your Rental, Search, Get Ready to View Rentals, Roommates or No Roommates?, Rental Review

Living On My Own:I Found the Perfect Place to Live, Leader Guide

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The I Found the Perfect Place to Live! Now What? unit is part of the Living on My Own module from the extensive Money Talks series. Included in this leader’s guide are learning objectives, background information, activities with accompanying handouts and visuals, a glossary, and a list of additional resources. The Background Information is meant to prepare instructors to both teach the unit and provide discussion materials for use with the participants. It also corresponds with the four activities included in the leader’s guide and the participant guide

Living On My Own: I Want My Own Place, Leader Guide

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The I Want My Own Place! What Should I Know unit is part of the Living on My Own module from the extensive Money Talks series. Included in this leader’s guide are learning objectives, background information, activities with accompanying handouts and visuals, a glossary, and a list of additional resources. The background information is meant to prepare instructors to both teach the unit and to provide discussion materials for use with the participants. It also corresponds with the five activities included in the leader’s guide and the participant guide.

Professional Development

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

One in a series of fact sheets for 4-H leadership and human resources professionals when designing a program to increase diversity in program participation.

4-H First Aid and Safety Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Learn about the prevention and treatment of injury through a variety of 4-H first aid and safety projects indulging emergency preparedness, first aid, CPR, cyber-safety, and risk management.

•Identify safety hazards, including those related to fire, water, dangerous objects, being home alone, and using the Internet
•Create strategies and learn skills so you can respond appropriately to emergency situations
•Use safety knowledge and skills to make your community a safer place

This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals.

4-H Yoga Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Yoga is a type of physical activity that combines movement with breathing and focused concentration. In this project, you will learn breathing exercises, postures, and mindful practices that help strengthen the mind and body.

•Increase physical fitness
•Learn strategies for stress management
•Explore the benefits of concentrated focus and attention
•Practice movements that improve flexibility and balance

4-H Engineering Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Energy is a systematic approach to designing, building and testing tools processes, and systems. Through these engineering project you can learn about the engineering design process, attributes of design, the impacts of systems, and the effects of technology on the environment.

•Identify and define a problem, it’s limit, and the goals and criteria for a solution
•Develop and test possible solutions
•Engage in engineering practices including defining problems, using models, analyzing and interpreting data, using math, designing solutions

4-H Beginning Food Preservation Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The 4-H beginning food preservation project sheet outlines activity ideas for youth at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill. Gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals. Through this project youth and adult volunteers can engage in interactive and informal learning to discover the science and art of safe food preservation. Learn a variety of food preservation methods while making delicious foods to enjoy later Explore fun facts about nutrition, produce, and the history of food preservation Engage in real life applications of science and math such as heat transfer, chemistry, and measuring

4-H Health Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Learn about aspects of your physical, social, and emotional health through topics including hygiene, physical activity, stress management, preventing bullying, drug and alcohol education, disability awareness and more

•Learn how to take care of your own physical, intellectual, emotional, and social health
•Practice a healthy lifestyle and share what you have learned with others
•Make decisions that positively affect the health of your family, your community, and you

4-H Mindfulness

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Yoga is a type of physical activity that combines movement with breathing and focused concentration. In this project, you will learn breathing exercises,

•Reduced stress
•Better concentration
•Less depression and anxiety
•Improved immune system

4-H Scientific Literacy Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

This project will introduce you to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts and how to use these concepts to solve every-day problems.

•Engage in hands-on experiments that will strengthen your ability to conduct scientific reasoning and use scientific tools

•Apply your knowledge and skills to real-world problems This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals.

4-H Food and Nutrition Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Learn about healthy eating by partnering with adults in the kitchen to plan and create meals and snacks including bread baking, outdoor cooking, cheese making, and more.

•Learn how to plan meals and make balanced food choices
•Learn how to safely purchase, prepare, and store food
•Discover the health benefits of different foods

4-H Robotics Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Whether robots are used to explore dangerous environments, replace limbs, or just make life easier, robots are becoming increasingly more common in our lives. In this project you can learn about the interconnections of science, engineering and technology through robotics.

•Learn about the basics of robotics, including platform, drive, and control systems
•Engage in scientific inquiry around motion, forces, chemistry, and electricity
•Design robotic solutions to engineering challenges
•Build, construct, and test robots

Healthy, Happy Families Express

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

These eight handouts are designed to help parents learn positive parenting skills that promote healthy eating habits in children between 2 and 12 years of age. Each handout focuses on a specific topic identified as relevant through surveys of educators in federally funded nutrition education programs. The content of the handouts is based on empirical research that shows the following: • Parents control and shape the environment in which their children develop. • Parent-child interactions, including those around food, are most effective when done with warmth and sensitivity. • Parents who have more positive parenting skills are more likely to have positive interactions with their children around food. • Parents need to begin shaping healthy eating habits early. Children’s eating habits begin forming as early as 3 years of age. • Promoting positive parenting is beneficial to all parent-child interactions, including feeding. • Positive parenting is associated with better dietary...

4-H Rifle Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The 4-H rifle project sheet outlines activity ideas for youth at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill. Gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals. By participating in the rifle program in the 4-H Shooting Sports Program you will learn:

•The highest standard of safety, sportsmanship, and ethical behavior
•Safe and responsible use of archery equipment
•Sound decision making, self discipline, and concentration

4-H Reptile Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Through this project you can explore what kind of reptile fits into your families lifestyle an dhow to be an excellent caretaker of your lizards, snakes, turtles, or tortoises.

•Identify different species and their characteristics
•Learn about the selection, care, and needs of reptiles and the basic principles of their behavior
•Demonstrate care and management in feeding, handling, grooming, and fitting and showing
•Explore health regulations, first aid, and simple treatments
•Learn and practice the responsibilities that come with owning an animal

Staffing for Success

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

One in a series of fact sheets for 4-H professionals and Cooperative Extension directors to use when designing a program to increase diversity in program participation.

Building Partnerships with the Latino Community: Fact Sheet for 4-H Staff

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

One in a series of fact sheets for 4-H and youth development professionals to use when designing a program to increase diversity in program participation.

4-H Leadership Development Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

In this project, members learn about leadership skills including teamwork, communication, organization, and problem solving. Members can also serve in leadership roles such as a club officers, a junior or teen leader, and leading activities in the local community.

•Learn about different types of situation-dependent leadership styles
•Experience serving in leadership and member roles
•Practice skills needed for positive leadership

4-H Junior Master Food Preserver Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

This project invites youth to expand their knowledge of the science and art of safe home food preservation. This project has prerequisites, and requires specific approvals and participations; please download the project sheet for details.

•Expand existing knowledge of safe home food preservation methods
•Engage in real life appreciates of science and math, such as heat transfer, chemistry, and measuring
•Collaborate with UC Master Food Preservers to develop effective and engaging presentations that teach others in your community

4-H Computer & Internet Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Knowing how to operate a computer and write code is quickly becoming a required 21st century skill. A 4-H computer project will help you learn about software and/or hardware topics

•Learn about computer hardware
•Explore and learn to navigate an operating system and install and use software
•Learn to code and test a simple program
•Learn how computers are used in science, engineering, and technology

Addressing Theoretical Gaps in Positive Youth Development for Diverse Youth

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

One in a series of fact sheets for 4-H and youth development professionals to use when designing a program to increase diversity in program participation.

4-H Horse and Pony Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Horses and humans interact in many ways, from sports and recreation, to agriculture and therapy, in this project you can learn about horses through a wide variety of projects including breeding, drill, judging, and trail riding.

•Appreciate riding as a recreation and promote love and humane treatment of animals
•Learn horsemanship skills and understand breeding, training, and raising
•Aquire safety skills to prevent injury to humans and animals.

4-H Tabletop Gaming (Hobbies) Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Through board, card, dice, and other games played on a flat surface, you can learn about the fundamentals of game theory and game mechanics. The field of tabletop games has expanded and the variety of games now utilizes diverse game mechanics

•Learn about the history of tabletop games and the variety of games available
•Reflect on game mechanics, gameplay type, and identify your preferred play styles
•Design and test your own game based on key game mechanics and victory conditions.

4-H Rabbit Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Through this project you can learn about selecting and raising a rabbit. You’ll learn about breeds, characteristics, and sound care practices.

•Learn the basic principles of animal science
•Explore sound brewing, feeding, and management practices
•Investigate marketing, project expansion, and how you can start a career in the rabbit business.

4-H Dog Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Explore what kind of dog will fit into your family’s lifestyle and learn how to be an excellent trainer and caretaker of your dog.

•Learn major dog breeds and identify their characteristics
•Study responsibilities of dog ownership
•Demonstrate dog care and management in feeding, handling, record keeping, grooming, and fitting
•Learn dog health regulations, first aid, and simple treatments for ailments This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals.

4-H Public Speaking Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Through this project you can develop and strengthen your ability and confidence to speak in front to people. This project specifically focuses on practicing public speaking and receiving and providing feedback.

•Discover leadership skills through presenting ideas to others
•Practice presenting, then receiving feedback in a safe environment
•Participate in county, section, and state presentation days and learn about the 4-H presentation categories for these events

Promising Practices for Programs Serving Latino Youth

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

One in a series of fact sheets for 4-H and youth development professionals to use when designing a program to increase diversity in program participation.

4-H Cavy Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Did you know that a cavy is what we commonly know as a guinea pig? The sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals. In the 4-H cavy project you can learn about selecting and raising your animals and more.

•Learn the basic principles of animal science by owning, caring for, and keeping records
•Explore sound breeding, feeding, and management practices
•Learn about breeds and varieties of cavies and their characteristics
•Investigate marketing, project expansion, and how you can start a cavy business

4-H Fitness Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Learn how to increase your physical activity in a safe and fun atmosphere through projects in yoga, surfing, hiking, running, walking, strength training, and more.

•Set daily goals for physical activity
•Discover the health benefits of being active
•Decrease the time you spend watching television or playing video games

4-H Mindfulness Project Annotated Bibliography

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The 4-H Healthy Living Initiative is focused on providing learning opportunities that address physical, social, and emotional health; the 4-H Mindfulness Project focuses on increasing youths’ ability to lead a healthy lifestyle and develop the skills needed to be a health advocate in their communities. This annotated bibliography of English children’s literature was developed as a resource for 4-H project leaders and families. These books can support primary members’ understanding and practice of mindfulness.

4-H Energy Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Energy is a fundamental concept in science and is of social and environmental concern as global demand for energy increases. In this project you can work on a variety of topics including:

•Explore types of energy (i.e. thermal, chemical, electrical) and how they may be transformed
•Practice and promote the wise use of energy
•Develop an understanding of energy production and the various costs of energy sources

4-H Video Production Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Thought his project you will learn how to use film to tell a story and understand the technology behind the digital tools needed to create and collaborate on a film.

•Learn to plan your film through storyboards and scripts in the pre-production stage
•Learn how to use a video camera, lighting, sound, and composition to get the results you want during the production stage
•Learn how to edit video clips to create your final product in the post-production stage

4-H Bird Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The 4-H bird project sheet outlines activity ideas for youth at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill. Gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals. Through this project you can explore different types of birds from across the globe. You may find a bird that fits you and your family as a pet and you’ll learn how to be an excellent caretaker of your pet.

•Identify different bird species and their characteristics
•Learn about the selection, care, and needs of birds
•Demonstrate care and management in needing, handling and grooming
•Explore health regulations and first aid
•Learn and practice the responsibilities that come with owning a pet

4-H Self- or Group-Determined Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

This project gives you the opportunity to select, plan, develop, and evaluate your own project. This is not designed to be an alternative for other project categories, but is intended to give you more autonomy and control under the supervision of an adult project leader. In this project you can strengthen your leadership goals by taking a more active role in deciding what members will learn, in what activities, and how to evaluate This project has special requirements, please download the project sheet for complete details. This sheet outlines activity ideas at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill; also gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals.

4-H Water Conservation Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

In this project, you’ll learn about the role of water on the earth and the impact humans have on the quality and quantity of this important resource. You’ll also explore how you can have a positive impact on water in your own community.

•Learn about the chemistry, forms, and the natural cycle of water
•How we use water and how our use affects quality and quantity
•Learn about watersheds, drainage basins, and the inter-connectedness of water and people

4-H Building Health Advocacy Skills Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The 4-H building health advocacy project sheet outlines activity ideas for youth at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill. Gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals. In this project you can learn how be an advocate for good health in your community and a role in sustainable change

•Explore how individual choices and social and environmental factors can influence food choices and physical activity
•Become a citizen scientist through data collection, analysis, and problem solving
•Educate decision-makers on issues that impact your community

4-H Archery Project

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The 4-H archery project sheet outlines activity ideas for youth at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of skill. Gives suggestions on how to tie the activity to STEM, healthy living, citizenship, and leadership goals. By participating in the archery program in the 4-H Shooting Sports Program you will learn:

•The highest standard of safety, sportsmanship, and ethical behavior

•Safe and responsible use of archery equipment

•Sound decision making, self discipline, and concentration

4-H Pets and Small Animals

Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

This project helps you explore the wide variety of pets available, and will help you learn about the type of pets that fit best into your family.

•Identify breeds and species and their characteristics
•Learn about the selection, care, and needs of pets and basic principles of pet behavior
•Care and management in feeding, handling grooming, fitting and showing
•Explore health regulations and first aid
•Learn and practice animal ownership responsibilities

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