Communication Activities for 4-H Clubs
4HPlus #30100
Pub #COMM07
Designed to be used in a group setting, the teaching activities, games, exercises, skits and other activities in this manual can be used to teach communication skills to youth who belong to organized clubs and groups. Some of the skills to be developed include verbal and written communication, speeches and demonstrations, and various formats and outlines. This manual is part of the Building Bridges Communications curriculum. (PDF - 44 pages, 1,197 KB) Keywords- sharing, cooperation, respect, listening, speech plan worksheet
Conducting Business
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc054
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs learn simple parliamentary procedure and why using this technique will help their club become more effective. The activity also includes the three parts of a club meeting, making motions, and planning club meetings. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (6 pages, 103 KB) Keywords- members, parents, leaders, "Practice Handling Business with Parliamentary Procedure, Happy Clovers 4-H Club meeting skit
Conducting a Bicycle Rodeo
4HPlus #50200
Pub #4H380
Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H bicycle rodeo to test the 4-H member’s bicycle driving skills, knowledge of traffic rules, ability to identify bicycle parts and their functions, and ability to diagnose mechanical and safety problems on a bicycle. (18 pages) Keywords- maintenance, figure eight balance test, safety check scorecard, identification scorecard
Crazy About Books Reading Circle
4HPlus #30100
Pub #COMM03
This guide includes suggestions for organizing a book discussion group and information about a variety of special projects and creative activities intended to nurture a love of reading in youth. This manual is a part of the Building Bridges Communications curriculum. (PDF - 24 pages, 3,125 KB) Keywords- communication, how to lead a book discussion, dictionary game, book review, book display
Creating Your Own Darkroom
4HPlus #30000
Pub #IS370
Answers to questions about creating a darkroom in your home, including suggested layouts for closet darkrooms and permanent darkrooms with running water. (10 pages) Keywords- light room, darkroom setup, darkness test, photography
Creating a Club Leadership Team
4HPlus #99903
Pub #ACTcc010
Managing 4-H clubs takes a variety of skills, time and energy. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders to consider traits and abilities most needed for different club leadership roles, be introduced to value of a club leadership team and become aware of how club leadership teams can be structured. The result is a 4-H club that provides quality opportunities and supports for 4-H members. (7 pages, 102 KB) Keywords- Essential Elements, club leader roles, expectations, club leader shuffle
Creating a Welcoming Environment
4HPlus #99903
Pub #ACTcc052
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs evaluate how welcoming their club is to parents, guests, leaders (volunteers) and members. The group will brainstorm ways they can create within their club a more welcoming environment. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (7 pages, 151 KB) Keywords- get-acquainted activities,Essential Elements, working together, ways to say good for you
Creative Wordworking
4HPlus #30100
Pub #COMM01
Filled with fun ideas and suggestions for youth who enjoy writing, this manual includes tips for having fun with writing letters and poetry; keeping journals and diaries; and other projects that encourage creativity and self-expression. ( This manual is part of the Building Bridges Communication curriculum. (PDF - 28 pages, 1,373 KB) Keywords- photographs, memories, email etiquette, form letters, accordian book instructions
Dabbler or Diver?
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa037
Did you know that ducks are grouped by dabblers or divers? This activity shares what those differences are and how to observe these ducks in their environment. This activity is in a game show format that youth will find very interesting. Keywords: birds, characteristics, identification, shooting sports
Designing 4-H Project Experiences -- Knowing Our Audience
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc020
A lesson plan designed to demonstrate the importance of knowing our audience and their physical, emotional, intellectual, and social characteristics in order to plan appropriate learning experiences for them. This is a part opf the Wisconsin Leader Training Series. (5 pages, 100 KB) Keywords- developmental stages, age appropriate projects, mastery, educational design and delivery methods, personal development