Club projects and resources pennsylvania 4h penn state. Those with national 4h curriculum have national curriculum after the title. Aimed at planned objectives that can be attained and measured. All 2017 project record books are due to the beaufort county cooperative extension office by february 15, 2018. All 2018 4h livestock project records are due to the beaufort county cooperative by june 1, 2018. Project books are similar to a report that a child would turnin at the at the end of the year to show what they learned and did in a certain area and their activities in 4h. Pennsylvanias one book, every young child program continues to lead the way and highlight the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers ages 3 to 6. F0265a pennsylvania 4h interstate exchange project.
While county offices are closed and local distribution of project books is on hold, choose one of these methods. From traditional activities for youth in rural places to after school programs for city youth to science. That meanscontests are not the whole project so now you should know what a 4h project isbut where is the support the support lies in project leaders. A special collection of project books is available for free on the perfect stayat home projects web page. Club programs let youth learn together and project books provide individual learning. Project areas california 4h youth development program. Books and other references 4h history preservation.
Indiana 4h facebook page indiana 4h twitter feed indiana 4h youtube playlist indiana 4h instagram page indiana 4h flickr page. These include member manuals and records, leader guides, and other publications for pennsylvania youth and their families. Purdue extension provides educational opportunities to indianas communities our educators, specialists, and volunteers live and work in all 92 indiana counties. State 4h programs within the cooperative extension system, 4h national headquarters at usda, and national 4h council provide leadership for the development of national 4. Videos that accompany this project are available here. Most projects are available from the university of maryland for a minimal charge to 4h members. A planning guide at the beginning of each book outlines required and optional activities and specific skills for each level. The learnbydoing philosophy is directly related to the 4h project and the learning and doing and making and exploring. These include member manuals and records, leaders guides and other publications. Although it involves a statelevel competitive judging event, its primary function is educational. My junior 4h project report 6 project story create a story of some of your project experiences. Record the good and bad experiences you had during the year. That could be anything from learning how to cook, build a robot, or care for the environment. Access project guides through the national 4h curriculum for a full listing and descriptions of available curriculaguides.
My 4h project record book a general purpose record book. With over 50 possible modules, most clubs are able to complete 610 per year, which means that your project year can more or less look like whatever you want it to. Guided by a 4h adult volunteer who is the project leader. These books are used as project activity guides project books for each of the project areas.
Pennsylvania 4 h horse production project guidelines revised april 20 foals of the current year must be born by may 1 in order to show at any 4 h sponsored production show. A majority of 168 alumni surveyed in pennsylvania feel that 4h experiences. Copies are also available from your county extension office. National repositories for 4h history 4h history preservation. Table of contents introduction 1 project summary 2 skill builder 1. Each level is designed to take 2 4 years to complete. The cost for each publication to ohio residents, unless otherwise. Within the project, members find things to learn, to do, to make, and to explore. Project meeting there is no set timeline for a project, just the 4h project year. Keeping a record book is an important part of the project.
Also, this site may suggest other videos that you may. Andy has important tips to keep in mind and great fun facts and trivia for you. Members gain experience and the size of the projects can increase or additional projects can be expanded. Perhaps it would be more accurate to say that the project is the gateway to the 4her. Many of the project books contain what the member must complete for roundup in the book.
Planned work in an area of interest to the 4h member. H programs are grounded in the belief that kids learn best by doing. With a focus on civic engagement, healthy living, and stem, youth gain valuable life. The books for the most popular projects in loudoun county can be found here. A member enrolled in first aid might use supplies from around the house to practice the skills being learned. Take a closer look at a book, find out what others have to say, and share your experiences. It will help you set goals for the project year, record your accomplishments and help guide your efforts to keep. Select the resource that best fits your individual or group setting and the appropriate level whether its for grades k12 or beyond. Members are encouraged to take projects that interest him or her. Old project handout to use until new is provided df old. One of the most important aspects of 4h project work is that the. Programs and projects pennsylvania 4h penn state extension. It is also an activity that can teach you many great life skills related to recordkeeping and presentation, and is an important part of your 4h experience. Wayne county 4h teens were named the winners of the second pennsylvania 4h science of agriculture challenge, hosted by penn state extensions 4h youth development program, after competing amongst more than 40 4h youth from throughout the commonwealth, in grades six through twelve.
Each level is designed to take 24 years to complete. A member taking horse, rabbit, and archery projects must carry horse, rabbit. Pennsylvania 4h horse production project guidelines. On the following project pages, youll find descriptions and resources on a wide variety of major topics from arts and crafts to woodworking.
Please know we are working to update the old project handouts. They are optional for other records or use of a 3prong folder. Looking back over your past year in 4h, think about the things youve learned and how these things may help you later in life. Some are project leaders who teach youth skills and knowledge in an area of interest. Each member must carry a project for each activity she is participating in or animal species he is raisingshowing. Kids and teens complete handson projects in areas like science, health, agriculture and civic engagement, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and. Andy will help you bake your way through this 4h project. Projects with new jerseyapproved curriculum, record books andor state events have new jersey.
Projects help 4h members find and nurture their spark. The only thing projects can revolve around at times are times and dates of contests. Some families do not have land space for a traditionalgarden. Download project book forms here contact us if would like them printed for you 4h project folder what are project books. When you find a project you and your family like, call your county extension office to order the information. From project books to science experiments to skillbuilding activities, these learning resources are researchbased, handson, and fun. Call for proposals 2012 award winners 20 award winners 2014 award winners 2015 award winners 2016 award winners 2017 award. Project work not only increases a 4hers knowledge of a particular subject of interest to them, but project work can also prepare them for a career in that field, such as. In 4h, members learn about topics that interest them.
The name represents four personal development areas for the organizations members. The pennsylvania state university 4h program records. In many cases, clubs are formed around a project area, such as county horse clubs. It is recommended that foals are born by early spring so they may be weaned prior to showing. Reck is known for authoring books for boys and was. A special collection of project books is available for free on the perfect stayathome projects web page. The 4h youth development program abides with the nondiscrimination policies of the. D0670a the 4h water project unit 1 water conservation with the water lion pdf, 1. The pennsylvania 4h list of publications describes publications available to support 4h projects.
General project record 57 years chick chain project 56 years chick chain project 7 years 4h record covers are required for wilson county 4h livestock participants and nc 4h portfolio records. Exploring 4h offers modules in the project areas of alternative livestock, environment, leadership, life skills, livestock, technology and trade, and small animal. Each 4 h member must carry at least one project book each year. Pennsylvania 4h forestry judging is an activity and a 4h project designed to teach youth about the fundamentals of forest management. Fourh projects in a variety of subjects serve as vehicles for youth to experience and acquire life skills in four areas. A typical 4h corn record book as used in many states. Project records 812 years project records 18 years hog performance record steer performance record cloverbud project records.
In its inaugural year, the one book, every young child program won the coveted, national john cotton dana library public relations award. To assist w social distancing we ask that you communicate via email or call our office for further assistance. Click on the book you want, and when the file opens on. Click here these items are not available to order and must be printed printable selfdetermined project idea starters. California 4h projects learn by doing in an atmosphere where learning is fun is a basic philosophy of 4h. A 4h record book may be required to receive participation awards such as star ranking, medals, or pins.
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