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2013 WI 4-H Learning Resource Catalog
4HPlus #99902
Pub #10LRC
Guide to statewide 4-H publications for project and staff curriculum. Includes changes from 2013 catalog; 4HPlus codes; publication number, title, and type; and ordering information. Catalog is effective July 1, 2012, through June 30, 2013. Titles of publications that can be found on the Internet as PDF files have been hyperlinked. This is an Excel document. To print a copy, use File/Print and change the print selection to "Entire Workbook" or you'll get only part of the catalog. (15 pages, 282 KB) Keywords - Wisconsin 4-H

4-H Cage Bird Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20871
Pub #4H369B
Fact sheet on how to keep your cage bird healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 38 KB) Keywords - appetite, characteristics, exam, feathers, vertinary science

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Evaluation
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas071
Instrument to evaluate the "4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool" series of activities. (2 pages, 51 KB) Keywords- life skills, communication, friendship

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Listening to Friends
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas074

4-H Afterschool activity where youth make an original craft with duct tape to express themselves and share thoughts and ideas with other friends. This is intended for Grade Level -3.(2 pages, 95 KB)  Keywords -art, communication,  meeting new friends

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Meeting New Friends
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas072
4-H Afterschool activity where youth design and make a name tag that tells others about themselves. Intended for Grade Level- 3 (3 pages, 97 KB) Keywords - communication, life skills, teamwork, accepting differences, friendship

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Overview
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas070
Overview of a series of 4-H Afterschool activities that emphasizes the benefits of friendships made at 4-H camp. Intended for Grade Level-3. (3 pages, 75 KB) Keywords -  communication, Experiential Learning Model, life skills, teaching roles, youth leadership

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Project Box Contents
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas070box
This list contains the lesson plans and materials to complete the four lessons in the “4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool” series. (3 pages) Keywords- volunteer, school enrichment, activtity plans

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Talking with Friends
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas073
4-H Afterschool activity where youth learn to both speak and listen in a respectful manner. Intended for Grade Level-3. (2 pages, 62 KB) Keywords - life skills, communication, discussion, sharing circle

4-H Camp Comes to Afterschool: Teaming Up with Friends
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas075
4-H Afterschool activity where youth complete fun teamwork activities, within both small and large groups. Intended for Grade Level 3. (2 pages, 57 KB) Keywords - communication, teamwork, life skills

4-H Cat Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20651
Pub #4H369C
Fact sheet on how to keep your cat healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 45 KB) Keywords - appetite, characteristics, exam, fur, veterinary science

4-H Cavy Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20861
Pub #4H369D
Fact sheet on how to keep your cavy healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 46 KB) Keywords - appetite, characteristics, exam, hair coat, nutrition

4-H Dairy Goat Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20151
Pub #4H369E
Fact sheet on how to keep your dairy goat healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 53 KB) Keywords - Johne's Disease, characteristics, verterinary science, mammary system, rumination

4-H Dairy Heifer Management Record
4HPlus #20203
Pub #HMR
Form to record information while managing a heifer, including heifer identification, health record, breeding record, and economic considerations. (5 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- dairy project, sire, dam, production record, breed

4-H Dairy Managerial Project Agreement
4HPlus #20201
Pub #MPA
The managerial project pertains to the following dairy breeds: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey and Milking Shorthorn. (5 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords - Wisconsin Junior State Fair, release of liability, grade animal identification form, animal permanent identification form, dairy science

4-H Dog Judging Guidelines
4HPlus #20701
Pub #4H458
Member guidelines on dog judging for classes from novice through open.  Includes informationn on dog excercises, training methods, and examinations such as long sit, stay, heel,  recall, stand for examination. (11 pages). Keywords - broad jump, dog training, on leash

4-H Dog Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20701
Pub #4H369F
Fact sheet on how to keep your dog healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 47 KB) Keywords - appetite, characteristics, exam, hair coat, veterinary science

4-H Fish Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20881
Pub #4H369G
Fact sheet on how to keep your tropical fish healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 49 KB) Keywords - appetite, scales, exam, aquarium, Ich

4-H Interest Cards
4HPlus #99901
Pub #IC2
Card to gather information from people who might be interested in joining 4-H as a member or leader. (1 page with four cards in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- new members, club management, volunteer, alumnus, alumni

4-H Money -- Handle with Care
4HPlus #99901
Pub #4H469
Videotape facilitator guide with ideas on how to use the video "4H470, 4-H Money -- Handle with Care" with two different audiences: the club treasurer and the 4-H club members. The following items are included in the guide: training for treasurers, record keeping, check writing and money handling procedures, examples of financial statements, invoices, receipts and deposit slips. (32 pages) Keywords - club management, payment approval form,check register, treasurer's report

4-H Pigeon Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20507
Pub #4H369H
Fact sheet on how to keep your pigeon healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 38 KB) Keywords - feathers, characteristics, veterinary science, incubation, molting

4-H Public Speakers Handbook
4HPlus #30121
Pub #COMM02
All aspects of organizing and researching, writing and presenting speeches are included in this manual, along with tips for improving oral delivery; and coping with stress, stage fright and competition. Communication information that is covered includes: speech planning and delivery techniques,  speech topics, vocal delivery and pronunciation and enunciation skills. This handbook is part of the Building Bridges Communications series. (PDF - 28 pages, 988 KB) Keywords - audience, appropriate, non-verbal communication, gestures

4-H Public Speaking Opportunities - A Parent's Handbook
4HPlus #30121
Pub #COMM06
Developed to supplement the 4-H Public Speakers Handbook, this manual emphasizes specific things parents can do to support their child’s public speaking (communication) efforts instead of simply telling him or her what to do. This handbook is part of the Building Bridges Communications series.(PDF - 16 pages, 581 KB) Keywords- demonstration, speech, plan, prepare, practice

4-H Rabbit Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20751
Pub #4H369I
Fact sheet on how to keep your rabbit healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 48 KB) Keywords - appetite, characteristics, exam, veterinary science, fur condition

4-H Sheep Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20601
Pub #4H369J
Fact sheet on how to keep your sheep healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 47 KB) Keywords - appetite, characteristics, exam, veterinary science, fleece

4-H Swine Project Health Supplement
4HPlus #20401
Pub #4H369K
Fact sheet on how to keep your pig healthy. It's important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn't well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, "Observing the Normal Animal." (2 pages, 48 KB) Keywords - feed consumption, characteristics, exam, veterinary science, scours

4-H Veterinary Science Project Animal Health Supplements
4HPlus #20801
Pub #4H369

Series of 10 fact sheets and a recording form on how to keep the following animals healthy: cage birds, cats, cavies, dogs, goats, fish, pigeons, rabbits, sheep and swine. It includes information on animal illness and disease. (22 pages, 1,128 KB). Keywords - normal animal, observation, exam, appetite, temperature

Note: This document has been divided into 11 smaller files, 4H369A - 4H369K, for easier downloading. 4H369A includes directions on how to give an animal a physical exam and a chart to record your observations.

Action! Making Videos & Movies
4HPlus #30005
Pub #IS401
Project guide on storytelling, editing, planning, lighting, camera handling, making titles, recording sound, as well as showing and reviewing your production. 15 pages. Keywords- frames, film, screen direction, camera handling, camcorder

Aerospace: Family Flyers
4HPlus #50000
Pub #ACTas112
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to design, build and test fly paper airplanes. This is a part of the Aerospace series. (4 pages, 298 KB) Keywords- physical science, teamwork, runway landing, flight test

Aerospace: From Nose to Tail
4HPlus #50000
Pub #ACTas113
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to identify the functions of the basic parts of an airplane. This is a part of the Aerospace series.This lesson is designed for youth grades 3-5. (5 pages, 374 KB) Keywords - science, landing gear, cockpit, fuselage, propeller

Aerospace: Rippin' Rockets
4HPlus #50000
Pub #ACTas114
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to build a drinking straw and balloon rocket. This activity is designed for youth grades 6-8. (2 pages, 54KB)  Keywords - science,  experiment, flight, landing, problem solving

Aerospace: Rockets Away!
4HPlus #50000
Pub #ACTas115
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to construct and test fly a drinking straw rocket.  This is a part of the Aerospace series. This lesson is designed for youth grades 3-5. (2 pages, 64 KB) Keywords -science, experiment, flight

Aerospace: Round & Round
4HPlus #50000
Pub #ACTas116
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to make and test fly a paper helicopter. This is a part of the Aerospace series. This lesson is designed for youth grades 3-5. (3 pages, 106 KB) Keywords- science, problem solving, communication, observation, experiment

Ambassador and Advisor Guidebook
4HPlus #30100
Pub #AMB01
Guidelines for county 4-H  youth ambassadors and their advisors, including roles, responsibilities and tools.  This guide provides sample job descriptions, publicity information, training  guidelines, communication information (i.e. radio, tv, news releases) , and visual presentation ideas. Also includes profiles of many county ambassador programs. 55 pages. Keywords- by-laws, application form, interview questions, goal setting, public speaking

Annual 4 H Volunteer Leader Training Year 1: Effective and Safe 4 H Meetings
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc066
In this activity plan, 4-H staff will learn strategies to teach youth and adult leaders how to conduct effective and safe 4-H meetings. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (13 pages, 135 KB) Keywords - charter, essential elements, financial management, positive youth development, risks

Annual 4-H Volunteer Leader Training Year 2: 4-H Meetings that Shake, Rattle and Roll
4HPlus #99905
Pub #ACTcc067
to come

Annual 4-H Volunteer Leader Training Year 3: Amazing Club Leadership
4HPlus #99907
Pub #ACTcc069
4-H Club youth and adult volunteers will discover that amazing club leadership can make 4-H club meetings, activities and events go from the ordinary to extraordinary.

Attendance Record
4HPlus #99901
Pub #AR
Form to record a member's attendance at meetings. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- month, club

Basics of Training Your Dog
4HPlus #20701
Pub #4H436
Leader guide on how to help youth train their dogs, from sit and heal through figure 8's, through a series of nine training lessons.  This guide provides basic information on basic commands and dog training terminology. (14 pages). Keywords- long sit, long down, stand for examination, recall 

Between the Pages: 4-H Project Box Contents
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas100box
This list contains the lesson plans and materials to complete the six activities in the “Between the Pages” series for 4-H Afterschool programs. (5 pages) Keywords- Anansi the Spider, Animal Action ABC, Delightful Dogs, Honeybees, I Want a Pet, Pete's a Pizza

Between the Pages: Anansi the Spider
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas107
4-H Afterschool activity where youth study the "Anansi the Spider" book and make an Anansi-style spider. This lesson is designed for youth grades K-2.(3 pages, 72 KB) Keywords-  helping others, learning to learn, communication, teamwork, creativity

Between the Pages: Animal Action ABC
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas104
4-H Afterschool activity where youth study the "Animal Action ABC" book then explore fun things to do, including make an animal wire sculpture and play animal relay games.  This lesson is designed for youth grades K-2. (2 pages, 64KB) Keywords-  learning to learn,  acting, wire sculpture activity, imagination, creativity, communication

Between the Pages: Delightful Dogs
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas103
4-H Afterschool activity where youth study "Clifford the Big Red Dog" book and explore fun things to do, like make edible dog bones, play the Dog Bone game and make cute dog cards out of paper. This lesson is designed for youth grades K-2. (3 pages, 148 KB) Keywords- origami, pet survey, recipe

Between the Pages: Evaluation
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas101
Instrument to evaluate the "Between the Pages" 4-H Afterschool series of activities. (2 pages, 46KB) Keywords- I Want a Pet, Honeybees, Anansi the Spider, Animal Action ABC, Pete's a Pizza, Delightful Dogs

Between the Pages: Honeybees
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas105
4-H Afterschool activity where youth study The Bee Tree book and explore fun things to do, including make bee dough, sing "The Bee Song". This lesson is designed for youth grades K-2.  (4 pages, 83 KB) Keywords-three body parts of an insect,  Guarding the Honey Pot game,activity, communication, teamwork

Between the Pages: I Want A Pet
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas106
4-H Afterschool activity where youth study "That Pesky           Rat "and "I Want a Pet " books and explore fun things to do, including play Pet Charades and make a paper bag pet.  This lesson is designed for youth grades K-2. (3 pages, 113 KB) Keywords-  Pet Charades game, Design a Paper Bag Pet activity, communication, meet my pet worksheet

Between the Pages: Overview
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas100
Overview of a series of 4-H Afterschool activities that will help youth in grades K-2 improve their reading skills. (3 pages, 66 KB) Keywords- Anansi the Spider, Animal Action, Delightful Dogs, Honeybees, I Want a Pet, Pete's a Pizza

Between the Pages: Pete's a Pizza
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas102
4-H Afterschool activity where youth study the book "Pete's a Pizza", then are introduced to the concept of pointillism as they create pizza art on sandpaper.  This lesson is designed for youth grades K-2. (4 pages, 84 KB) Keywords- pointillism, pizza art, Duck, Duck, Grey Duck Game (Pizza Style)

Block Printing- Leader Guide
4HPlus #30330
Pub #CIR008
Introduction to leading the block printing project, including objectives, resources, project meeting ideas, and teaching suggestions. 2 pages. Keywords- printing techniques, design experiments, printing inks, cutting tools

Block Printing- Member Guide
4HPlus #30331
Pub #4H156
Project guide on how to design and cut blocks from different materials, print these designs on cloth and paper materials, and create your own original designs.  Includes information on a number of printing techniques. (12 pages). Keywords-  design experiments,  ready-made items,  printing inks, cutting tools

Calendar of Club Activities
4HPlus #99901
Pub #CCA
Form to record a club's activities by month. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- project work,  demonstration, judging, music & drama, health & safety

Catch a Wave: How Waves Are Formed
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa042
Although many people think that waves originate from inside the water, the water doesn’t actually move with the waves. Instead, waves are formed by "wind friction," i.e., wind energy moving across the water’s surface.  In this lesson, youth take part in several activities to see how waves are formed and why some waves are bigger than others. (5 pages, 129 KB)  Key words - science, water, wind, prediction, experiment

Clothing: Bag It!
4HPlus #40200
Pub #ACTas122
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to hand stitch a bean bag animal.   Part of the beginner level Clothing series.(2 pages, 142 KB) Keywords- sewing, felt fabric, pinning, blanket stitch

Clothing: Collage Banner
4HPlus #40200
Pub #ACTas123

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to sew and decorate a banner. Part of the beginner level Clothing series.(1 page, 45 KB) Keywords-  running stitch, thread needle, sewing machine

Clothing: Holes & More Holes!
4HPlus #40200
Pub #ACTas125
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to test fabric with sandpaper. Part of the beginner level Clothing series.(2 pages, 42 KB) Keywords- experimenting with fabric, fabric abrasion chart

Clothing: License to Drive
4HPlus #40200
Pub #ACTas124
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to use a sewing machine to stitch a pattern on a paper template. Part of the beginner level Clothing series.(3 pages, 62 KB) Keywords- balance wheel, throat plate, sewing straight lines, sewing curves, presser foot

Clothing: Puppet Party!
4HPlus #40200
Pub #ACTas126
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to use a sewing machine to make a puppet.  Part of the beginner level Clothing series. (2 pages, 134 KB) Keywords- sewing pattern, sewing machine,  puppet pattern, stitching

Clothing: Stitch It!
4HPlus #40200
Pub #ACTas127
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to use yarn and tapestry needle to sew basic stitches on to pattern cards.  Part og the beginner level Clothing series. (4 pages, 308 KB) Keywords-  embroidery, needle, overhand stitch, running stitch, buttonhole stitch, hand sewn

Club Evaluation Form
4HPlus #99901
Pub #CE
Form for organizational leaders to evaluate a club's progress in membership, leadership and program. Clubs can then apply to their County UW-Extension Office for a club achievement certificate with appropriate seals for each of the three areas. (4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- club meeting, project, activities, attendance, adult  and youth leaders

Club Fund Raising
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc006
This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders recognize and identify the goals of and motivators for fundraising and the importance of letting the youth select and carry out all aspects of the fundraiser. (7 pages, 125 KB) Keywords- finances, "Thinking about Fund Raising Goals in Our 4-H Club" activity, financial needs, estimating costs, treasury 

Club Record Book Cover
4HPlus #99901
Pub #RBY
Yellow covers used to keep required forms and records for the 4-H club secretary, treasurer, reporter and organizational leader.  (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- club multi-purpose record, attendance, minutes, club calandar, club officer list

Club Self-Assessments
4HPlus #99903
Pub #ACTcc011
This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders identify why it is important to self-evaluate their 4-H club and how it benefits all members, parents and leaders. Leaders will gain a variety of ideas, resources and methods. (6 pages, 118 KB) Keywords- leadership, round table discussion, feedback, assessment tools, organizational leaders

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

Designing 4-H Project Experiences -- Managing Competition
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc022
This lesson will help youth and adult leaders (volunteers) learn about the potential impacts of competition on youth and explore ways to manage competition so it supports the 4 H program’s primary goal of positive youth development.  This is a part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (8 pages, 123 KB) Keywords -  Bill of Rights for young people in 4-H competitive events, managing competition evaluation, peer competition, mastery

Designing 4-H Project Experiences -- Planning Project Meetings
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc018
This lesson will help leaders learn about planning as an important second step on the road to a successful project adventure and develop strategies for involving members in planning their own project experience. This is a part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (7 pages, 144 KB) Keywords - educational design, brainstorming, project meeting planner

 

 

Designing 4-H Project Experiences -- Preparing for Exhibit
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc021
A lesson plan designed to teach project leaders the importance of encouraging members to participate fully in opportunities to showcase their accomplishments. This lesson includes information on the various types of judging processes including: face-to-face, conference and individual. This is a part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (8 pages, 137 KB) Keywords - Essential Elements, educational design, danish judging, preparing for exhibit evaluation, life skills

Designing 4-H Project Experiences -- Setting Project Goals
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc017
This lesson will help leaders learn to use their first project meeting effectively as an opportunity for members to get acquainted, set goals, and begin planning for the project year. Leaders will learn the criteria for good goals and have opportunities to write and evaluate sample project goals. This is a part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (5 pages, 89 KB) Keywords - independence, educational design, timetable, setting project goals evaluation, decision making,

Designing 4-H Project Experiences -- Teaching Methods
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc019
A lesson plan designed to teach project leaders about which teaching methods are most effective in helping youth learn and to give them experience in developing project lesson plans that provide youth with hands-on learning opportunities. This is a part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (9 pages, 300 KB) Keywords - develop skills, teaching methods, Dale's Cone of Experience, 4-H project examples, teaching methods evaluation

Designing Your Own Project
4HPlus #10901
Pub #4H272
An introduction to the self-determined project, where youth can create their own 4-H project or expand a traditional one. Contains ideas for getting started and planning a project. (4 pages, 206 KB) Keywords - project agreement, project plan

Dog Obedience -- Novice & Beyond
4HPlus #20700
Pub #4H439
Leader guide on advanced dog training for the novice, graduate novice, pre-open, open, pre-utility and utility classes. (20 pages). Keywords - heel off leash, heel on leash, drop on recall, long sit, long down

Don't Jump... To Conclusions!
4HPlus #40670
Pub #ACTp120
This activity is designed to help youth transition into adulthood by learning skills which foster independence and confidence as they step further out into the world, by working and/or expanding their involvement in school or community. (4 pages, 52KB) Key words - communication, diversity, interpersonal, assumption activity, career

Drawing & Painting
4HPlus #30351
Pub #4H169
Member project guide on how to draw with pencil, chalk, crayon, pen and ink; blend and shade; draw from nature; make surface rubbings; paint with watercolor, poster paint, oil and acrylics; use the brush; mix colors; and mat and frame your art. (26 pages). lKeywords - contour, human figures, pointillism, understanding or, two-dimensional art 

Duck Wing ID - Dabblers
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa038

This activity explores Dabbling Ducks. These ducks have colored wing patches that help make the duck easy to identify. Using a jigsaw puzzle method- youth will learn how to identify these ducks with the aid of a Duck ID Fact Sheet. Keywords: birds, characteristics, identification, shooting sports, speculum

Electricity: Bright Lights
4HPlus #50300
Pub #ACTas132
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to build a flashlight.  Part of the 4-H Electrical Science Series.(2 pages, 50 KB) Keywords - wiring, circuit, simple flashlight worksheet, power supply, light source

Electricity: Circuit Sense
4HPlus #50300
Pub #ACTas133
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to identify closed and opened circuits. Part of the 4-H Electrical Science Series. (2 pages, 220 KB) Keywords - open or closed circuit worksheet, power source, light bulb, wire

Electricity: Control the Flow
4HPlus #50300
Pub #ACTas134
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to build and test a paper clip switch.  Part of the 4-H Electrical Science Series.(1 page, 57 KB) Keywords - open and closed switch,  wire,  battery, circuit, path for electricity

Electricity: Earth Attractions
4HPlus #50300
Pub #ACTas135
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to build and test a compass. Part of the 4-H Electrical Science Series. (3 pages, 375 KB) Keywords - understanding earth's magnetic poles,  predicting outcomes, analyzing data, a simple compass worksheet,

Electricity: Fork in the Road
4HPlus #50300
Pub #ACTas136
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to identify parallel and series circuits. Part of the 4-H Electrical Science Series. (2 pages, 198 KB) Keywords - parallel circuit, series circuit,  parallel or series circuit worksheet, light bulb, diagram

Electricity: Fruit Batteries
4HPlus #50300
Pub #ACTpa110
Create a battery from fruit, learn the process of scientific inquiry, about connecting batteries in series, and develop familiarity with basic electrochemistry. (15 pages, 577KB) Key words - science, electricity, batteries, fruit, experiment

Enter the Clowns
4HPlus #30711
Pub #4H265
Project guide on how to develop your own clown character, complete with makeup and costume. Study famous clown acts. Create your own clown props, including slapsticks, toys and musical instruments. (11 pages). Keywords - pantomime, mime, assessing yourself, type of clown acts, famous clown acts

Experimenting with Your Enlarger
4HPlus #30000
Pub #IS360
Member guide for learning how to enlarge photographs. Some fun "tricks" to try when creating black-and-white prints in your darkroom. (6 pages) Keywords - vignette, diffusion, color slide, photograms, selective processing

Financial Record -- Club
4HPlus #99901
Pub #FRC
Form to record a club's annual financial account summary. (4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf, as well as Microsoft Word and Excel formats.) Keywords - end of year club report, budget, paid, payments received,losses and gains

Forming Club Committees
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc001
An activity plan to help 4-H adult and youth club leaders recognize the importance of forming club committees. Discussion on different types of committees and ideas to form committees are shared. Leaders will be able to identify three benefits to using committee structure within their clubs. This activity is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (5 pages, 131KB)  Keywords - planning, value of club meetings, opportunity, recruit, committee chairs

Frequently Asked Questions About 4-H
4HPlus #99901
Pub #BRO40
Brochure answering questions that potential members, volunteers and families often ask, such as, how do I join 4-H, what is a project, what is a leader, and what do 4-H clubs do at meetings. 2 pages. Keywords - recruiting, new members, leadership, dues, parents

Friendship
4HPlus #30100
Pub #ACTas052
4-H Afterschool activity in which youth in grades 3-4 will learn to interact with others in a group. It will help youth who do not know each other to interact, have fun together, and get to know each other. (3 pages, 138 KB) Keywords - social skills, getting to know you activity, circle of friends, paper hat friends, children

Fund Raising for Your Club
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc057
Most 4-H clubs organize fundraisers -- but why? In this activity plan 4-H clubs will learn how to identify needs for monetary resources in their 4-H club, how to select a fundraiser, how to conduct a fundraiser, and what to do when you are done. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (8 pages, 102 KB) Keywords - planning, decision making, club treasury, expenses, team building

Genealogy -- Going to the Source
4HPlus #10410
Pub #ACTas062
Activity for youth in grades 5 and above to learn how to extract family history information from census records. Youth will get a chance to examine primary source records as they trace the family history of some well-known individuals. (5 pages, 100 KB) Keywords - keeping records, family tree, diaries, journals, biography

Getting Ready for Speeches and Demonstrations
4HPlus #30101
Pub #ACTcc060

An activity plan to help 4-H clubs learn about the different types of demonstrations and speeches. Also includes information about how to present an effective demonstration and speech. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (7 pages, 193 KB) Keywords- communication, speaking experiences, relection, tips for speeches

Going Buggy: 4-H Project Box Contents
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas020box
This list contains the lesson plans and materials to complete the five entomology activities in the “Going Buggy” 4-H Afterschool series. (3 pages, 131 KB) Keywords - entomology, projects, bugs

Going Buggy: Bug Walk
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas026
4-H Afterschool entomology activity where youth learn that many insects walk by using their legs to create "alternating triangles." Includes observing insect specimens with scopes and performing a "bug walk." Can be enhanced or simplified to fit most age groups. (2 pages, 87 KB) Keywords- observation, bugs, learning to learn

Going Buggy: Evaluation
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas021
Instrument to evaluate the "Going Buggy . . . With Insects" series of 4-H Afterschool entomology activities. (3 pages, 72 KB) Keywords- evaluation, bugs, learning to learn

Going Buggy: Hungry as a Caterpillar
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas022
4-H Afterschool entomology activity where youth learn that insects grow and develop as do all living things. Includes a feeding hike to see what caterpillars and other insects eat. Can be enhanced or simplified to fit most age groups. (2 pages, 92 KB) Keywords- learning to lear, metamorphisis, "The Very Hungry Catepillar"

Going Buggy: I Spy, Describing Insects
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas023
4-H Afterschool entomology activity where youth identify physical and behavioral characteristics of insects. Includes building a cricket house and observing crickets. Can be enhanced or simplified to fit most age groups. (2 pages, 76 KB) Keywords- bugs, crickets

Going Buggy: Lupine and Butterflies
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas024
4-H Afterschool entomology activity where youth are introduced to the concept that living things grow and develop. Includes studying the life cycle of a butterfly and creating a butterfly. Can be enhanced or simplified to fit most age groups. (2 pages, 118 KB) Keywords- cocoon, bugs, Karner Blue, "Miss Rumphius"

Going Buggy: Overview
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas020
Overview of a series of 4-H Afterschool entomology activities on "Going Buggy . . . With Insects," including building a bug, taking a feeding hike, and doing a bug walk. (2 pages, 71 KB) Keywords- evaluation, bugs

Going Buggy: Three Body Parts
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas025
4-H Afterschool entomology activity where youth name the three body parts common to all insects. Includes singing the bug body song and making a model of an insect. Can be enhanced or simplified to fit most age groups. (2 pages, 65 KB) Keywords- head, thorax, abdomen, bugs

Going Forward with 4-H Founders
4HPlus #99906
Pub #ACTcc068
To come

Handling Club Money
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc056
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs learn about the importance of accuracy and accountability when handling money . . . particularly your club’s money. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (8 pages, 120 KB) Keywords- treasurer, club funds, record keeping, fundraising

Helping Clubs Communicate
4HPlus #99903
Pub #ACTcc055
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs learn about all types of communication, why it is vitally important to communicate within a 4-H club and improve current club communication methods. Sometimes even the most complex problems can be solved through simple communication. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (5 pages, 84 KB) Keywords- listen, communication skills, "I" messages, club meetings

Hiking Series - Gearing Up!
4HPlus #60120
Pub #ACTpa013
Learn how to identify and select the proper gear or equipment for a healthy, safe and successful hiking or backpacking trip.  (4 pages, 108 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords - emergency, backpack gear, decision making

Hiking Series - Leave No Trace
4HPlus #60120
Pub #ACTpa014
Learn the seven principles of Leave No Trace (LNT), which promotes and inspires responsible hiking, backpacking and other outdoor recreation activities. (9 pages, 252 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords - self-responsibility, outdoors, campfire, water source

Hiking Series - Planning Your Trek
4HPlus #60120
Pub #ACTpa012
Learn how to plan, organize and lead a day hike or backpacking trip. (7 pages, 108 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords - decision making, walk, excercise

Hiking Series - Survival Skills
4HPlus #60120
Pub #ACTpa015
Learn the seven basic surival needs of our bodies; discover the materials that will help us meet these needs to survive emergency situations, especially when hiking and backpacking. (13 pages, 205 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords - teamwork, decision making

How to Have Fun
4HPlus #30900
Pub #ACTcc058
Yes, 4-H is fun! In this activity, participants will learn why socializing is an important part of the 4-H experience and how they can make their club a more social environment. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (6 pages, 106 KB) Keywords- explore, group activities, resources

I'm a 4-H Project Leader. Now What Do I Do?
4HPlus #99904
Pub #4H500
Answers to basic questions faced by a new 4-H project leader, including information on members, meetings, costs, activities, resources, experiential learning and county fair. (4 pages) Keywords- leadership, volunteer, project meeting

Increasing Adult Involvement
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc015
An activity plan to help club leaders identify the motivating and inhibiting factors of adult participation in their 4-H clubs. Learn strategies for increasing adult involvement and a sense of belonging for the youth in the club. This is part of the 4-H Leader Training Series. (7 pages, 943 KB) Keywords- leadership, belonging

It’s All About Education!
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc016

An activity plan to teach leaders about the educational foundation of 4-H, including the concepts of experiential education and life skills. Share ideas about how to explain the educational focus of 4-H to the public, parents, other leaders, and 4-H members. Share ideas about reflection and debriefing activities that can be used in 4-H clubs. This is part of the 4-H Leader Training Series. (5 pages, 420 KB) Keywords- mastery, Experiential Learning

It's All in the Family
4HPlus #30100
Pub #COMM05
This manual is full of things youth and their parents can do together, including games, exercises and special activities designed to help family members pay attention to one another and what it means to live in a family.  This manual is part of the 4-H Building Bridges Communication curriculum.(PDF - 28 pages, 889 KB) Keywords- communication, projects, Experiental Learning, conflict, processing

It's a Small World: 4-H Project Box Contents
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas030box
This list contains the lesson plans and materials to complete the four activities in the “It’s a Small World”  4-H Afterschool International series. (4 pages) Keywords- China, Guatemala, American Indian, South Africa, activity plan

It's a Small World: American Indian
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas032
Activity for youth in grade 3 to help them understand how American Indians prepared and used natural materials. In this activity youth will construct a cattail mat and make muffins using cranberries, an American Indian food item. This activity is part of the "It's A Small World" Afterschool International series. (2 pages, 73 KB) Keywords- accepting differences, cultures

It's a Small World: China
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas033
Activity for youth in grade 3 to help them understand the Chinese culture. In this activity youth celebrate a traditional Chinese festival with food and decorations that they have made. This activity is part of the "It's A Small World" Afterschool International series.  (2 pages, 123 KB) Keywords- accepting differences, Chinese lanterns

It's a Small World: Evaluation Tool
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas031
A suggested instrument to evaluate activities in the "It's a Small World" Afterschool International series. (1 page, 43 KB) Keywords- China, South Africa, American Indian, accepting differences, Guatemala

It's a Small World: Guatemala
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas034
4-H Afterschool activity where youth explore the differences and similarities between Guatemalan culture and their own, as they explore the Spanish language and make a Guatemalan "Worry Doll." Can be enhanced or simplified to fit most age groups.  This activity is part of the "It's a Small World" Afterschool International series.(3 pages, 86 KB) Keywords- accepting differences, Mayan

It's a Small World: Overview
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas030
Introduction to the "It's a Small World" Afterschool International activity series. Through books, games, food and activities, learners will explore various aspects of the world’s cultures. Highlighted in this series of lesson plans are the countries of Guatemala and China, the nation of South Africa, and American Indian culture. (2 pages, 95 KB) Keywords- lessons, Experiential Learning

It's a Small World: South Africa
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas035
Activity for youth in grade 3 to help them understand the South African culture. In this activity youth will make two craft projects related to South Africa and experience a folk story representative of the nation. This activity is part of the "It's a Small World" Afterschool International series. (2 pages, 179 KB) Keywords- accepting differences, Abiyoyo, music

It's in the Bag 2
4HPlus #99907
Pub #ACTpa072

Junior 4-H Project Financial Record
4HPlus #99901
Pub #FR01
Form for junior project members to record financial information about a project, including expenses and income. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- equipment, cost, youth leader

Junior Leader Summary Record
4HPlus #99901
Pub #JLS
Form on which to record information on junior leaders and club officers involved in a 4-H club. (1 page in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- youth leader

Keeping Older Members
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc005
This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series for 4-H adult and youth club leaders. Discovering why older 4-H members stay with the club and why some leave can assist clubs in reviewing how they are functioning to make sure they are meeting all members’ needs. Connecting the reasons with the 4 Essential Elements of youth development can provide a starting place for strengthening the local 4-H Club. (5 pages, 133 KB) Keywords- leadership, Essential Elements, game plan

Keeping Order and Positive Discipline
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc012
Leaders can experience frustrations when trying to keep order during a 4-H club meeting. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders to experience the messages others may be saying by their behavior and develop strategies that lead to positive and orderly 4-H club meetings. (6 pages, 114 KB) Keywords- leadership, Essential Elements, participation, game plan

Keeping Youth in 4-H: Why Do Some Leave?
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc003
Why do some members leave and some member stay? This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders learn about the research regarding member retention in 4-H. Satisfaction in the 4-H club experience is an important component of retaining members. (6 pages, 94 KB) Keywords- leadership, Essential Elements, participation

Leader Permanent Record Card
4HPlus #99901
Pub #LPR
Card on which to record an adult volunteer's lifetime leadership contributions to 4-H, including work with county leader's organization and local 4-H club, as well as recognition received. (1 page in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- activities, recognition, awards, committee, meetings

Leadership Summary Form -- Club
4HPlus #99901
Pub #LS
Form on which to record demographic information on adult volunteers involved in a 4-H club, including general, organizational, assistant, project and activity leaders. (1 page in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- leader record

Leading Club Recreation
4HPlus #99903
Pub #ACTcc059
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs learn why it is important to include recreation in 4-H club meetings and learn a variety of recreational activities that can be easily included in any 4-H meeting. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (4 pages, 84 KB) Keywords- belonging, participation, fun

Leading Games, Part 1
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas092
This is the first of a two part activity plan for 4-H Afterschool program on communication. In this activity youth in grades 4-5 will learn the value of games in our society and how to effectively lead them. (7 pages, 84 KB) Keywords- leadership, sportsmanship, teamwork, competition, social interaction

Leading Games, Part 2
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas093
This is the second of a two part activity plan  for 4-H Afterschool program on communication. In this activity youth will practice leading games. (6 pages, 75 KB) Keywords- leadership, practice

Lifetime Dairy Record
4HPlus #20201
Pub #LDR
One of these summary forms is needed for each 4-H dairy project animal. It contains permanent identification, production and financial records. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- registration number, health record, cost, breeding, calving

Listening for Sounds
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas053
Activity for youth in grades 3-4 to learn the importance of listening.  This activity plan is part of the 4-H Afterschool  program on communication. (4 pages, 173 KB) Keywords- sounds

Makin' Tracks
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas042

In this activity youth in grades 4 and above will learn to make a plaster cast of an animal track.  This activity plan is part of  the 4-H Afterschool program on Outdoor Education. (2 pages, 73 KB) Keywords - critical thinking, wildlife, footprint, shooting sports

Making the Most of Your Projects
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc061
What is a 4-H project? In this activity plan 4-H club members will learn how to select a 4-H project, how a 4-H project progresses through the year, and how they can show others what they learned in their project. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (7 pages, 98 KB) Keywords- interests, success, mastery, planning

Managing Conflict
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc009
This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. Conflict can occur when different ideas are being expressed in a club. Identifying red flags that can prevent a potential conflict situation and strategies to manage a conflict situation can assist 4-H adult and youth club leaders support club members and leaders. (4 pages, 114 KB) Keywords- leadership, resolution, belonging, mastery, strategies

Meat Animal Project Record (Beef, Sheep, Swine, Poultry)
4HPlus #20101
Pub #MA
For 4-H members to record goals and results for livestock projects -- beef, sheep and swine -- and poultry. (4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- inventory, identification, financial agreement, income, expenses

Member Evaluation -- 4-H Program
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ME
4-H national award trips are based on evaluation of accomplishments and experiences in 4-H projects and activities. This form helps youth present their accomplishments in 4-H leadership, projects and activities to evaluation groups. (10 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- M.E. Form, record, leadership

Member Planning & Evaluation -- Activity
4HPlus #99901
Pub #MPEA
Form for individual youth members to plan and record club, county, district, state and national 4-H activities for the year. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- program, accomplishments

Member Planning & Evaluation -- Project
4HPlus #99901
Pub #MPE
Form for a 4-H member to record what he or she wants to do and learn in each enrolled project. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- record, meetings, tours, speeches and demonstrations, exhibits

Member Record Book Cover
4HPlus #99901
Pub #RBG
Green covers used to keep the yearly plans and records for 4-H club members. (4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- project, activities, offices, committees

Membership Summary Form -- Club
4HPlus #99901
Pub #MS
Form for clubs to record information on youth members, including name, address, parents, grade, year in 4-H and current projects. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- club members

Metal Enameling- Leader Guide
4HPlus #30340
Pub #CIR009
Leader's guide for the metal enameling project, including project meeting ideas, tools, equipment, materials, facilities, expenses, resources, and safety issues. (12 pages.) Keywords- kiln, jewelry, evaluation, adhesive, filigree, furnace

Metal Enameling- Member Guide
4HPlus #30341
Pub #4H158
Member guide on how to enamel earrings, pins, cuff links and other jewelry; attach fasteners; and create original designs and patterns. (15 pages.) Keywords- kiln, sgraffito technique, stencil technique, pen designs, glycerin designs

Minutes of Club Meeting -- White
4HPlus #99901
Pub #MCMW
Form to record meeting of a 4-H club by the club secretary, who places the completed form in the club 4-H record book. A yellow copy of the notes -- MCMY -- is submitted to the County UW-Extension Office. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords-leaders, boys, girls

Minutes of Club Meeting -- Yellow
4HPlus #99901
Pub #MCMY
Form to record meeting of a 4-H club by the club secretary, who submits the completed yellow form to the County UW-Extension Office. The white copy -- MCMW -- is placed in the club record book. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- leaders, boys, girls

Model Rocket Contest Guidelines
4HPlus #50000
Pub #4H417
Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H model rocket contest to test the 4-H member’s ability to work with model rockets safely and properly. The contest includes a written examination, model rocket judging, parts identification and rocket launch and safety. (14 pages) Keywords- junior and senior division, eligibility, launching, scoring, rocket preparation

Natural Resources Careers - Choosing A Path
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa039

Natural Resources careers are great options for youth who love the outdoors. There are many areas in Natural Resources including fisheries, law enforcement, wildlife and forestry. This activity helps youth explore their interests in the Natural Resources areas. Keywords: natural resources, outdoors, shooting sports

Natural Science: Life in the Sidewalk Cracks
4HPlus #60000
Pub #ACTas146
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to compare plant and animal life in different habitats. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. (1 page, 36 KB) Keywords- magnifying glass, soil, lawn, turf, human-made objects

Natural Science: Orienteering
4HPlus #60120
Pub #ACTas144
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to use a compass to navigate a course. (4 pages, 136 KB) This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. Keywords - navigate, orienteering, bearings, travel arrow

Natural Science: Pop Can Casting
4HPlus #60800
Pub #ACTas145
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to make a pop can casting rig and conduct a casting contest. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. (2 pages, 45 KB) Keywords- target circles, fishing line, eye/hand coordination

Natural Science: Quick Frozen Critters
4HPlus #60000
Pub #ACTas143
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth this active version of freeze tag based on predator/prey relationships. (1 page, 39 KB) Keywords - shelter, adatptation, species, survival

Natural Science: Whatta Web
4HPlus #60000
Pub #ACTas147
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to simulate animal food chains in a game environment. This is part of the 4-H Afteschol Natural Science Curriculum. (7 pages, 201 KB) Keywords- plants, meat eaters

Nature Carving
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa035
Are you an outdoor enthusiast who would like another hobby related to the outdoors? This activity will help you explore nature carving. This activity introduces you to carving for beginners using soap, simple patterns and additional resources. Keywords: animals, model, drawing, pattern, shooting sports

Normal Animal
4HPlus #20800
Pub #4H323
Leader guide on how to help youth recognize and maintain a normal, healthy animal through a series of nine lesson plans. (15 pages.) Keywords- veterinary science, structure, cleaning and disinfecting, animal behavior, parts of the animal

Observing the Normal Animal
4HPlus #20801
Pub #4H369A

Directions on how to give your 4-H project animal a physical exam to make sure it stays healthy. Includes a set of procedures and a chart to record your observations for one week. (2 pages, 42KB)

Note: This publication is a companion to the following publications that focus on the normal health of common animal species: 4H399B, cage birds; 4H369C, cats; 4H369D, cavies; 4H369E, dairy goats; 4H369F, dogs; 4H369G, tropical fish; 4H369H, pigeons; 4H369I, rabbits; 4H369J, sheep; and 4H369K, swine. Keywords, body condition, abnormalities,healthy animal, characteristics, veterinary science

Pigeons
4HPlus #20507
Pub #4H135
Project guide on how to raise pigeons, including information on buying, behavior, feeding, banding, record keeping, housing, handling, training, grooming and exhibiting of pigeons. (15 pages.) Keywords- breeding, housing, diseases, parasites, pests

Planning Your Club's Year
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc014
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs plan fun and effective club meetings that have a balance of recreation, education and business. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (7 pages, 326 KB) Keywords- adults, youth, methods, leadership, program planning

Plant Crafts
4HPlus #70351
Pub #4H330
Project guide on how to harvest, dry and use plant materials, and make dried arrangements, collages, potpourri and other plant crafts. (12 pages.) Keywords- corsages, foliage, nosegay, christmas greens, wreaths

Plant Science: A Balancing Act
4HPlus #70200
Pub #ACTas152
Activity lesson plan to help youth role play vegetables and weeds competing for nutrients. This is a part of the 4-H Afterschool Plant Science Curriculum. (8 pages, 64 KB) Keywords- nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus

Plant Science: From the Ground Up
4HPlus #70400
Pub #ACTas154
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to observe how plants respond to gravity and sunlight. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Plant Science Curriculum. (2 pages, 48 KB) Keywords- observation, experiments, soil, light, dark

Plant Science: Skin Deep
4HPlus #70400
Pub #ACTas155
Activity lesson plan for helping youth explore how to protect their skin while applying pesticides. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Plant Science Curriculum. (2 pages, 43 KB)  Keywords- protective clothing, experiments, fabric, sprays, safety

Pledging a Hand: Mentoring for Members, Families
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc023
Do you remember your first 4-H meeting? This activity provides help in establishing member-to-member or family-to-family mentoring teams and experiences that build a welcoming, supportive environment in 4-H clubs for new 4-H members and families. This is a part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (9 pages, 158 KB) Keywords -  mentor, mentee, connection, communication, belonging

Predator or Prey? Skull Characteristics
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa033
Do you know which animal is a predator or which is prey? This activity helps you in identifying many of the differences. Using diagrams of different skulls you will learn the physical make up of these animals.  Keywords: adaptations, mammal, shooting sports

Propagating and Growing House Plants
4HPlus #70301
Pub #4H328
Project guide on how to identify plant parts and their functions, grow house plants, start a plant from a cutting, make a dish garden, prepare a house plants exhibit for show, and more. (15 pages.) Keywords- stem, leaf, root, soil, fertilizing

Putting Your Best Foot Forward
4HPlus #40670
Pub #ACTpa121
This interactive, experiential activity plan is designed to promote cognitive, emotional and social growth as they relate to job success. The specific activities are designed to ease the transition into adulthood. By learning skills which foster independence and confidence, youth will step further into the world by working and/or expanding their involvement in school or community. (5 pages, 77KB) Key words - communication, interpersonal, social skills, handshake, leadership

Reactions - Magnets
4HPlus #999907
Pub #ACTpa122
Activity lesson plan to teach the principles of magnets being attracted to one another.  (3 pages, 103KB) Keywords -- science, experiment, observation, magnetic poles

Reactions - Volcano
4HPlus #99907
Pub #ACTpa123
Activity Lesson plan to teach 2 different types of chemical reactions and observe what results from a volcanic eruption. (3 pages, 117KB) Keywords - science, experiment, observation, paper mache

Reactions - Water and Density
4HPlus #99907
Pub #ACTpa124
Activity lesson plan to teach the effects of different densities in liquids. Also includes how to make a hand made model of a tornado. (2 pages, 48KB) Keywords - science, experiment observation, lava lamp, storm warning flags

Record Keeping Is Fun
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc062
News alert: 4-H record books can be fun! In this activity plan,  club members learn why 4-H has record books. Youth explore the life skills that they can learn by keeping records and explore ideas on how to improve their current record books. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (5 pages, 91 KB) Keywords- guidelines, requirements, goals, awards, participation

Record Sheet -- Crops Management
4HPlus #70001
Pub #RS1
Form to record financial information for a 4-H member's crops project, including production costs and income. (4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- profit, loss, soil test, crop yield, fertilizer

Recruiting for Your Club
4HPlus #99901
Pub #ACTcc051
Let’s join 4-H! An activity plan to help 4-H clubs brainstorm ideas for increasing membership and learn about tried-and-true methods for finding new members. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (5 pages, 88 KB) Keywords- leaders, parents, events, promotion, inviting

Reflection Activity Ideas: For Community Service & Service-Learning Projects
4HPlus #99903
Pub #4H503
A guide with directions on how to facilitate 18 different hands-on reflection activities. All activities are centered on active participation by the youth and/or adult participants. Many activities include examples of reflection questions that you can use to guide a group discussion. (20 pages, 906 KB) Keywords- Experiential Learning, resource, evaluation

Risky Business: How Prepared Are You?
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc064
In this activity plan, 4-H youth and adult leaders will learn strategies for identifying and managing risks when planning or participating in programs and events. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (6 pages, 115 KB) Keywords- personal risk, belonging, asume risk, strategies, activity or event

Risky Business: Plan for Safety First
4HPlus #10350
Pub #ACTcc063
In this activity plan, 4-H Cloverbuds (grades K-2) will identify safety hazards and learn how to make the areas where they work and play safe. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (5 pages, 338 KB) Keywords- home safety, hazards, super sleuth

Risky Business: Risk Management Essentials
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc065
In this activity plan, 4-H youth and adult leaders will learn strategies for identifying and managing risks when planning or participating in programs and events. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (7 pages, 118 KB) Keywords- volunteers, negative outcomes, resources, prevention

Saldo Island: An Unfair Game
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa062
This activity is designed to help youth in grades 3-5 to understand the effects of invasive species on the environment. An invasive species is one that puts an ecosystem out of balance because it has a competitive advantage (usually a lack of natural enemies) in its new location. The addition of an invasive species to an ecosystem results in a decrease in biodiversity, not an increase. Note: "Saldo" means balance in Spanish. (3 pages, 101 KB) Key words -  biodiversity, ecosystem, species, non-native, balance

Science with Kids, Science by Kids
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa026

Senior 4-H Project Financial Record -- Livestock (Beef, Sheep, Swine)
4HPlus #20101
Pub #FR03
Form for senior livestock project members to record financial information about a project, including labor, machinery, equipment, and other project expenses. ( This is fopr all livestock including beef, sheep and swine. 4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- animals, income, feed, management record, inventory

Senior 4-H Project Financial Record -- Non-Livestock
4HPlus #99901
Pub #FR02
Form for senior non-livestock project members to record financial information about a project, including labor, machinery, equipment, and other project expenses. (2 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- tools, applicances

Small Engines Contest Guidelines
4HPlus #50500
Pub #4H381

Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H small engines contest to test the 4-H member's knowledge of engine maintenance and skill in safe engine operation. (14 pages) Keywords- judging, eligibility, equipment identification, troubleshooting

Supporting 4-H Club Committees
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc002
An activity plan to help 4-H adult and youth club leaders see how they can serve as committee coaches, assist committees in reaching their goals and provide a quality leadership experience for 4-H club members. This activity is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (5 pages, 122 KB) Keywords- advisor, leadership, skills, agenda

Supporting New Members & Their Families
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc004
New 4-H members and families need to feel welcome and supported as they begin their participation in 4-H. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders identify the feelings and needs of new members and their families and consider some actions to welcome and orient new members (6 pages, 144 KB) Keywords- volunteers, role models, coordinator, feedback form

Supporting the Club Treasurer
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc007
This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders identify reasons for youth club treasurers to be given the leadership for handling the club's financial responsibilities. Providing a mentor for a treasurer can support the learning and leadership development. (6 pages, 130 KB) Keywords- money, finances, mentoring, fiscal, accountability

Surfing Safely in the Cyber World
4HPlus #30801
Pub #ACTpa092
This activity shares information and activities on how you and your children can surf through the internet safely. It includes an activity “Rules of On-line Safety” and provides sample internet web links. Keywords: Internet, safety, technology, communication

Teaching Resources for Youth Educators – A Source Book
4HPlus #30100
Pub #COMM08
A collection of teaching materials including activities, games, exercises, handouts and worksheets that deal with interpersonal communication skills, relationships, conflict resolution and public speaking.  This is from the Building Bridges Communications Curriculum.  (Several PDFs - total of 88 pages) Keywords- speeches, demonstrations, stories, listening, "I" messages

Theatre Arts: Copycats
4HPlus #30700
Pub #ACTas162
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to create physical characters through movement. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Theatre Arts Curriculum. (1 page, 39 KB) Keywords- acting, performance, play

Theatre Arts: Creating Magical Worlds
4HPlus #30700
Pub #ACTas164
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to use props to act out a fairy tale. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Theatre Arts Curriculum.  (1 page, 54 KB) Keywords- property, play, performance, presentation

Theatre Arts: Stage Pictures
4HPlus #30700
Pub #ACTas165
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to tell stories with stage pictures. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Theatre Arts Curriculum. (4 pages, 49 KB) Keywords- acting, performance, emotion

Theatre Arts: What a Character
4HPlus #30700
Pub #ACTas166
Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to create and build a puppet character. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Theatre Arts Curriculum. (2 pages, 45 KB) Keywords- puppetry, play,  performance

Thinking Like A Mountain
4HPlus #60001
Pub #ACTpa036

Aldo Leopold was a Wisconsin scientist who grew to understand the world and the environment around us. One of his concerns related to predator eradication. This activity will take youth through a discussion of whether or not predators should be eradicated. Keywords: Predator, Prey, Shooting Sports, wildlife management, wolves

Time Management
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc008
This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. It will help 4-H adult and youth club leaders gain skills in time management that can assist them and their 4-H club members. Tools and strategies are shared to help clubs make the best better. (7 pages, 116 KB) Keywords- leadership, delegation, tasks, responsibilities

Today I Feel Silly
4HPlus #10850
Pub #ACTas109
4-H Afterschool activity where youth K-2 can identify and express a variety of feelings. (3 pages, 96 KB) Keywords- listening, BINGO, moods

Tractor Operators Contest Guidelines
4HPlus #50700
Pub #CIR018
Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H tractor operators contest, to test the ability of 4-H members to drive tractors safely and properly. The contest includes a written exam, practical exam on maintenance and safety, parts identification, and two-wheel and four-wheel driving events. (18 pages) Keywords- equipment, machinery, implement, safety inspection

Voices from the Past
4HPlus #30100
Pub #COMM04
This oral history project includes information about interviewing techniques and listening skills, as well as ideas and suggestions for creating written records, scrapbooks, displays and other historical documents.  This is a part of the Building Bridges Communications Curriculum. (PDF - 16 pages, 838 KB) Keywords- stories, family, conversation, questions

Volunteer Application Form
4HPlus #99902
Pub #YPAF
A form that potential volunteers fill out when applying to be a 4-H leader in Wisconsin. (1 page in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- safe environment, suspended, revoked, relationship, spanish

Volunteer Behavior Expectations for WI 4-H Youth Development
4HPlus #99902
Pub #4H473
Two-ply, carbonless 4-H Volunteer Expectation Form that can be duplicated locally or obtained at no charge through the Wisconsin 4-H Office. Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development volunteers must sign this form at the time of initial application and annually thereafter to continue as a 4-H Youth Development volunteer. (1 page.) Keywords- Youth Protection, background check, orientation, comply, conduct

WI 4-H Club Financial Handbook for Leaders
4HPlus #99901
Pub #4H467
Financial guides for leaders who advise club treasurers, including collecting money, paying bills, raising funds, heeding tax rules, keeping records, and filing reports. (7 pages.) Keywords- responsibilities, exempt, fundraising, budget, audit

WI 4-H Club Treasurer's Handbook
4HPlus #99901
Pub #4H466

Guidelines for the 4-H club treasurer, including collecting money, spending money, and maintaining records and reports. (11 pages, 668 KB.) Keywords- receipts, deposits, financial, audit, check register

 

Welcome to WI 4-H
4HPlus #99901
Pub #BRO42
Brochure designed to welcome new members and their families into 4-H. English and Spanish versions are available.  This is the English version. (4 pages.) Keywords- club, project, history, join

Welcome to WI 4-H (Spanish version)
4HPlus #99901
Pub #BRO42S
Brochure designed to welcome new members and their families into 4-H. English and Spanish versions are available.  This is the Spanish version. (4 pages.)

Welcoming New Members and Families
4HPlus #99904
Pub #ACTcc053
An activity plan to help 4-H clubs explore what it is like to be a new family and brainstorm what can be done to support new families in their clubs. This activity plan, which includes a sample mentoring program, is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (5 pages, 88 KB) Keywords- parents, leaders, get-acquainted, welcoming environment

What's So Special About Water: Absorption
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa022
Science can be fun as kids learn science skills along with exploring the natural world of water. This lesson is about the cohesive and adhesive properties of water and why water molecules are attracted to each other. (2 pages, 73 KB) Key words - science, water, repel, absorb, environment

What's So Special About Water: Evaluation
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa021
Instrument to evaluate the "What's So Special About Water" activity series. Included in this evaluation is a board game, observation worksheet, and summary of evaluation data.  (6 pages, 85 KB) Key words - science, water, experiment, evaluation, observation, analysis

What's So Special About Water: It's Ice, Water, Steam
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa024
Science can be fun as kids learn science skills along with exploring the natural world of water. This lesson is about water and its different forms. Water is one of the few substances on earth that can be easily found in all three states -- solid, liquid and gas. (3 pages, 74 KB) Key words - science, water, vapor, condensation, freeze, boil

What's So Special About Water: Overview
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa020
Introduction to the "What's So Special About Water" activity series. Included in this series are four activity plans that can be used as stand-alone activities or as part of a series. The activity plans are: "Absorption, "Surface Tension," "It’s Ice, Water, Steam," and Solubility & Density." Important in this series is a tip sheet, "Science with Kids, Science by Kids," which encourages the helper to coach learners to explore science with hands-on activities rather than just explaining what is happening with the water. (2 pages, 56 KB) Key words - science, water, hypotheses, observations, predictions, explanations

What's So Special About Water: Solubility & Density
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa025
Science can be fun as kids learn science skills along with exploring the natural world of water. Youth have fun discovering and using their critical thinking to determine why water can dissolve some things but not others. (2 pages, 68 KB) Key words - science, water, solvent, density, hypothsis, molecule

What's So Special About Water: Surface Tension
4HPlus #60470
Pub #ACTpa023
Science can be fun as kids learn science skills along with exploring the natural world of water. Through the "Amazing Water Race" and other activities, youth learn about the strong force that holds the surface of liquids together. (3 pages, 371 KB) Key words - science, water, attract, molecule

Wisconsin 4-H Annual Charter Renewal: Existing 4-H Clubs and Groups
4HPlus #99901
Pub #CR01

All 4-H Clubs must be chartered. Each year existing 4-H Clubs must renew this charter. Charters are based on the completion of this “Wisconsin 4 H Annual Charter Renewal” packet. All sections in this seven-page packet must be completed by the club leadership team and returned to the County UW-Extension Office by  November 1.

Wisconsin 4-H Charter Application: New 4-H Clubs and Groups
4HPlus #99901
Pub #CA01

All 4-H Clubs must be chartered. 4 H Club Charters are issued when a new 4 H Club is formed. Charters are based on the completion of this “Wisconsin 4 H Annual Charter Application” packet. All sections in this eight-page packet (102 KB) must be completed by the club leadership team and returned to the County UW-Extension Office.

 

Working with Your Club's Officer Team
4HPlus #99903
Pub #ACTcc013
An activity plan to help 4-H adult and youth club leaders learn about effective club officer teams, new ideas for working with club officer teams, and resources available to make their leadership roles effective. This activity is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (6 pages, 204 KB) Keywords- brainstorm, responsibilities, jobs, duties

Yarn - The Essential Element of Knitting
4HPlus #40801
Pub #ACTpa082

If you wanted to beginning to knit or crochet would you know what kind of yarn to use? This activity will show you through hands-on activities how to choose the different types of yarn available for you to use in different ways and projects. Keywords: fiber, wool, alpaca, synthetic fiber

You Be the Photo Judge!
4HPlus #30000
Pub #ACTpa003
Judging is an excellent way to introduce or reinforce basic photo composition rules. In this fun group activity, youth will judge groups of photos based on five basic rules of composition. (4 pages, 360 KB)

Younger Member Summary Form
4HPlus #99901
Pub #YMS
Form for 4-H members in grades 4-8 to keep a file on their 4-H experiences for a project year, including projects, activities and major accomplishments. (4 pages in editable Adobe Acrobat pdf and Microsoft Word formats.) Keywords- learn, exhibits, income, offices