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2018-2019 PICK YOUR PROJECT GUIDE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL, CONSUMER & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Wherever you live,
4-H is there.
WHOEVER YOU ARE.
WHATEVER YOUR INTERESTS OR TALENTS.
4-H is THE PLACE where YOU BELONG and
are part of the club, where YOU SERVE
in the world where you live, where
YOU DECIDE what matters to you,
and where YOU LEARN to accomplish
the dreams you strive to achieve.
We welcome all young people.
Here are a few of the ways
Any youth, regardless of race, color, you can JOIN 4-H
religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, In 4-H, boys and girls meet together in clubs. Caring adult
marital status, familial status, sexual volunteers are there to support you in your adventure.
orientation, or disability may enroll as a
4-H member.
In Multi-Project 4-H Clubs, members typically have a wide variety of
interests and choose projects to explore based on their own interests.
While some project work may be done during club meetings, generally
members work on their projects independently. During club meetings,
members plan and participate in learning activities, service projects, and
University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and
Environmental Sciences | United States Department of
social outings. Club activities provide opportunities for members to
Agriculture | Local Extension Councils Cooperating develop and grow their leadership and communication skills.
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Illinois Board of Trustees
In Special Interest (SPIN) 4-H Clubs, members share a common interest
Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension Work, Acts
and select one project to focus on, such as robotics, animals, shooting
of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S.
Department of Agriculture, Shelly Nickols-Richardson,
sports, or cooking. During club meetings, a volunteer assists members as
Interim Director, University of Illinois Extension. University they participate in learning activities, develop new skills, and share what
of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in they learn with others. Members experience leadership opportunities as
programs and employment. The 4-H Name and Emblem they assist other members in project work or plan service projects related
Are Protected Under 18 U.S.C. 707.
to their shared interest.
4-H Cloverbud Clubs are for younger children age 5 to 7. During club
STATE 4-H OFFICE meetings, kids work as a group on projects perfect for their age and are
801 N. Country Fair Drive, Suite E, Champaign, IL 61821 invited to explore other projects. Cloverbud clubs can be an independent
PHONE: 217-333-0910 EMAIL: illinois4H@illinois.edu club or they may meet at the same time as a 4-H multi-project club.
ONLINE @ 4-H.illinois.edu
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ANIMAL SCIENCES ....................................................Pages 5 - 9
CAREER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ....Pages 10 - 13
CREATIVE ARTS ........................................................Pages 14 - 17
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES ............................Pages 18 - 23
GLOBAL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT..........................Pages 24 - 26
HEALTHY LIVING & NUTRITION ......................Pages 27 - 28
STEM.............................................................................Pages 29 - 33
CLOVERBUD OPPORTUNITIES .........................Pages 34 - 35
Find your project here
Aerospace ..................... 29 Dairy Goats ......................5 Interior Design .............. 14 Small Pets ....................... 7
Beef ................................ 5 Diversity ........................25 Journalism..................... 14 Swine .............................. 7
Bicycle........................... 29 Dogs ................................5 Leadership .................... 10 Tech: 3-D....................... 32
Career Readiness .......... 10 Electricity ......................30 Meat Goats ..................... 6 Tech: UAV ..................... 32
Cats ................................. 5 Entomology ...................18 Natural Resources ........ 20 Theater ......................... 15
Civic Engagement ......... 24 Environment .................20 Outdoor Adventures ..... 20 Tractor .......................... 32
Clothing ........................ 29 Exploratory ....................24 Photography ................. 14 Vegetable Gardening .... 20
Cloverbuds.................... 34 Floriculture ....................19 Plants & Soils ................ 21 Veterinary Science .......... 7
Collectibles ................... 24 Foods ............................27 Poultry ............................ 6 Video............................. 15
Communications........... 14 Forestry .........................19 Public Speaking ............. 14 Visual Arts .................... 15
Computer Science ........ 30 Geology .........................19 Rabbit ............................. 6 Weather ........................ 21
Community Service ...... 24 Geospatial .....................30 Robotics ........................ 31 Welding......................... 32
Consumer Education .... 10 Health ............................28 Sheep .............................. 7 Wildlife ......................... 21
Creative Writing ........... 14 Horse ...............................6 Shooting Sports ............ 22 Woodworking ............... 32
Crops ............................ 18 Horticulture ...................19 Small Engines ................ 31
Dairy Cattle ..................... 5 Intercultural ..................24 Sportfishing ................... 21
ILLINOIS 4-H PROJECT GUIDE | 2018-2019 | INSPIRE KIDS TO DO 3
MEMBERSHIP HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE
4-H project work is divided into
GUIDELINES seven focus areas. Each area is
printed in a unique color. You may
Youth who are at least 8 years of age and choose projects from all of the
have not reached their 19th birthday on areas, or you may focus on one
September 1, 2018 may enroll as a main category. It’s up to you!
member in 4-H clubs or participate as an
independent member. Youth who are 5
At the end of each section, there
to 7 years of age on or before September
1, 2018 may enroll as a 4-H Cloverbud. All
PROJECT NAME are additional resources for
4-H club members pay an annual $20 Projects are identified with a groups and leaders which can be
program fee. Financial assistance is colored icon. Anytime you see an ordered through your local
available for families who cannot afford icon, you know that’s a project University of Illinois Extension
this fee. you can take. Resources to help office.
you learn about the project are
A youth who enrolls in a 4-H club must Each section also has a list of
attend at least one meeting to be called a listed with the project.
contests, conferences, camps,
4-H member. 4-H members must be This icon means there is a and leadership opportunities
enrolled in at least one project. project manual you can order. available in that project area.
A member may add or delete projects at This icon means there is a Look for these icons.
any time during the 4-H year. County 4-H
resource you can download. This icon indicates a state
programs may add requirements and
deadlines for members to exhibit at the contest.
This icon means you can find
4-H fair. Check with your local office. information online. This icon indicates a
A young person can be a member of conference you may attend.
multiple 4-H clubs within a county in
Illinois. Youth are asked to join the 4-H We hope you find just This icon indicates a teen
program in the county where they live. what you’re looking for. leadership opportunity.
4 4-H | EXTENSION | ACES | UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
ANIMAL SCIENCES
BEEF | CATS | DAIRY CATTLE | DAIRY GOATS | DOGS | HORSE | MEAT GOATS
POULTRY | RABBIT | SHEEP | SMALL PETS | SWINE | VETERINARY SCIENCE
INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS LEVEL 2: Climbing Up
# BU-08149 (2005)
DAIRY GOAT
In level 2, identify cat behavior, The dairy goat project
BEEF observe a cat’s six senses, learn about involves raising and caring for live
Skills learned in raising beef declawing cats, understand a cat’s animals while learning about animal
cattle prepare you for many things nutritional needs, and learn the signs health, nutrition, breeding, selection,
you’ll need in the future: of illness in cats. and marketing.
responsibility, ethics, and hard work. Resources to help you learn
LEVEL 3: Leaping Forward
You’ll also have fun while you learn to # BU-08150 (2005) LEVEL 1: Getting Your Goat
produce a safe food product. In level 3, learn about genetics, # BU-08352 (2006)
Resources to help you learn practice cat showmanship, learn In level 1, identify breeds of goats,
LEVEL 1: Bite into Beef about cat reproduction, organize a cat learn to be a responsible goat owner,
# BU-08143 (2005) quiz bowl, and learn about animal solve goat care problems, and
In level 1, learn to identify breeds of welfare issues. prepare a goat for show.
beef cattle, halter break a calf, LEVEL 2: Stepping Out
identify symptoms of sick cattle, and
fit a steer.
DAIRY CATTLE Publication # BU-08353 (2006)
In level 2, learn goat management
Explore the dairy industry,
practices, learn about health
from raising and showing a cow to
LEVEL 2: Here's the Beef management practices, track kid
manufacturing and marketing dairy
# BU-08144 (2005) growth, exhibit goats, and judge
products.
In level 2, learn about cattle feeds, goats.
judge beef cattle, present oral Resources to help you learn
reasons, and identify livestock safety LEVEL 1: Cowabunga! LEVEL 3: Showing the Way
hazards. Publication # BU-08161 (2005) Publication # BU-08354 (2006)
In level 1, identify the breeds of dairy In level 3, organize a goat field day,
LEVEL 3: Leading the Charge cattle, identify the body parts of cows, develop a herd health calendar, learn
# BU-08145 (2005) understand the life cycle of cows, about breeding systems, and evaluate
In level 3, calculate yield grade for explore milk production, and learn to a goat herd.
cattle, evaluate beef carcasses, read fit and show cattle.
and use sire summaries, and interview
people in agriculture careers. LEVEL 2: Mooving Ahead DOGS
Publication # BU-08162 (2005) He's your best friend on four
In level 2, learn to judge dairy cows,
CATS discuss animal health issues, identify
legs. Learn to feed, care for and keep
a dog healthy; groom and train your
Learn how to care for your safe practices for handling milk, select dog; and be a responsible dog owner.
cat’s health, nutrition, and housing dairy housing and forage, and explore
needs. Caring for a pet helps you dairy-related careers. Resources to help you learn
develop responsibility, nurturing, and LEVEL 1: Wiggles & Wags
communication skills. Publication # BU-08166 (2005)
LEVEL 3: Rising to the Top
Resources to help you learn Publication # BU-08163 (2005) In level 1, learn dog breeds, create a
In level 3, evaluate the body condition house-training plan, explore dog
LEVEL 1: Purr-fect Pals!
of dairy animals, discuss animal behavior, and learn to groom dogs.
# BU-08148 (2005)
In level 1, learn to care for your cat, welfare issues, identify the estrous
name the parts of a cat, and groom cycle of cattle, and learn pregnancy
your cat. detection and delivery techniques.
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ILLINOIS 4-H PROJECT GUIDE | 2018-2019 | INSPIRE KIDS TO DO 5
ANIMAL SCIENCES
BEEF | CATS | DAIRY CATTLE | DAIRY GOATS | DOGS | HORSE | MEAT GOATS
POULTRY | RABBIT | SHEEP | SMALL PETS | SWINE | VETERINARY SCIENCE
LEVEL 2: Canine Connection LEVEL 4: Riding the Range
Publication # BU-08167 (2005) Publication # BU-08056 (2004)
POULTRY
In level 2, learn the history of dog In level 4, practice riding skills, learn Get involved in growing and
breeds, create a dog care budget, horsemanship skills, use training managing a small flock of chickens.
correct undesirable dog behaviors, techniques, and explore trail riding. Resources to help you learn
learn to show dogs, and learn about
genetic problems.
LEVEL 1: Scratching
LEVEL 5: Jumping to the Surface
New Heights Publication # BU-6363 (2003)
LEVEL 3: Leading the Pack Publication # 01522Y (2015) In level 1, learn about poultry breeds,
Publication # BU-08168 (2005) In level 4, learn advanced riding skills, study the parts of a chicken egg and
In level 3, learn to assess a dog’s vital learn about ethics and competition, their function, care for chicks, and
signs, explore careers working with and teach horsemanship and safety to practice showmanship techniques.
dogs, learn local dog ordinances, and others.
learn about guide and service dogs.
LEVEL 2: Testing Your Wings
MEAT GOATS Publication # BU-6364 (2003)
In level 2, learn how eggs are formed,
HORSE The meat goat project involves learn to keep poultry healthy, select
Whether you grew up with raising and caring for live animals and judge broilers, and make an egg
horses or simply have always loved while learning about animal health, candler to examine an egg.
them from afar, you can learn a lot in nutrition, breeding, selection, and
the horse project! You will learn marketing.
responsibility, proper nutrition, and
LEVEL 3: Flocking Together
Resources to help you learn Publication # BU-6365 (2001)
care for your animal.
LEVEL 1: Just Browsing In level 3, manage a small laying flock,
Resources to help you learn Publication # BU-07909 (2003) learn to process a chicken, determine
LEVEL 1: Giddy Up & Go In level 1, identify parts of a meat inheritance in chickens, and study
Publication # BU-01518Y (2015) goat, identify goat breeds, learn about poultry biotechnology.
In level 1, learn the basics of horse goat nutrition and health, and
behavior, practice safety around practice basic management skills.
horses, learn about horses without
RABBIT
owning a horse, and assess horse The rabbit project is a great
LEVEL 2: Growing with
health. way to get involved no matter where
Meat Goats you live. You’ll learn the basics of
Publication # BU-07910 (2003)
rabbit care and proper nutrition. You
LEVEL 2: Head, Heart & In level 2, learn about meat goat
can even show your rabbits.
Hooves diseases, work with a veterinarian,
identify goat predators, and fit and Resources to help you learn
Publication # BU-08054 (2004)
In level 2, study horse anatomy, show meat goats. LEVEL 1: What's Hoppening?
understand horse health and Publication # BU-08080 (2004)
nutrition, select bedding material, and LEVEL 3: Meating the Future In level 1, learn to care for a rabbit,
practice horse judging Publication # BU-07911 (2003) groom and show a rabbit, and build a
In level 3, host a judging clinic, nest box.
LEVEL 3: Stable Relationships investigate biosecurity, select
Publication # 01520Y (2015) breeding stock, and evaluate feed LEVEL 2: Making Tracks
In level 3, learn about breeding and ingredients. Publication # BU-08081 (2004)
genetics, learn about disease and In level 2, select and judge rabbits for
health care, design a horse health exhibit and learn about rabbit housing
program, and explore the financial and care.
side of showing horses.
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6 4-H | EXTENSION | ACES | UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
ANIMAL SCIENCES
BEEF | CATS | DAIRY CATTLE | DAIRY GOATS | DOGS | HORSE | MEAT GOATS
POULTRY | RABBIT | SHEEP | SMALL PETS | SWINE | VETERINARY SCIENCE
LEVEL 3: All Ears! SMALL PETS
Publication # BU-08082 (2004)
SWINE
Learn about a variety of small pets,
In level 3, study genetics and rabbit Learn about the nutrition
such as birds, guinea pigs, iguanas,
breeding, design a rabbitry, and needs of pigs, ethical care of pigs,
snakes or frogs. Topics include
promote rabbit products. preparation for showing, making good
feeding, housing and daily needs, pet
financial decisions, and livestock
selection, body parts, pet
judging.
communication, handling, genetics,
SHEEP and reproduction. Resources to help you learn
The program will help you
LEVEL 1: The Incredible Pig
learn to select, manage, produce, and
market sheep.
SMALL PETS 1 Publication # BU-08065 (2004)
In level 1, identify hazards for In level 1, study swine breeds, feed
Resources to help you learn pets, design a shelter for a pet, and and care for pigs, complete an income
learn about a pet’s nutritional needs. and expense budget, and identify
LEVEL 1: Rams, Lambs, & You
Resources to help you learn pork by-products.
Publication # BU-6367 (2003)
In level 2, learn the parts and uses of Pet Pals
sheep, determine the age of sheep by Publication # BU-6359 (2003)
LEVEL 2:
their teeth, care for sheep, and show Putting the Oink in Pig
sheep. Publication # BU-08066 (2004)
SMALL PETS 2 In level 2, learn to select quality pork,
learn to keep swine healthy, design a
LEVEL 2: Shear Delight In level 2, learn about a pet’s swine operation, and explore the
Publication # BU-6368 (2003) digestive tract, invent and design a swine industry.
In level 2, explore sheep diseases, pet toy, and examine a pet’s health.
determine lamb yield grades, learn to
Resources to help you learn
ear tag and vaccinate, and deliver a LEVEL 3: Going Whole Hog
lamb. Scurrying Ahead Publication # BU-08067 (2004)
Publication # BU-6360 (2002) In level 3, study swine genetics and
breeding, practice baby pig
LEVEL 3: Leading the Flock
Publication # BU-6369 (2002) management, design a farrowing
In level 3, prepare an operation SMALL PETS 3 facility, and learn to prevent swine
budget, prepare a marketing plan, In level 3, learn about pet diseases.
and design the ideal sheep herd. photography, learn to classify animals,
care for newborn animals, and
explore careers in pet care.
VETERINARY SCIENCE
Learn about preventing disease and
Resources to help you learn improving the health of animals.
Scaling the Heights Topics include basic anatomy, health
Publication # BU-6361 (2002) and disease, normal and abnormal
conditions, and veterinary careers.
GUINEA PIGS VET SCIENCE 1
Learn to select, care, and In level 1, learn about
breed guinea pigs. different animal species, explain roles
Resources to help you learn animals have in society, learn about
body systems and organs, and study
Cavy Handbook
animal behaviors.
A 4-H Guide to Guinea Pigs
Publication # 4-H 215R (2012) Resources to help you learn
From Airedales to Zebras
Publication # BU-08048 (2004)
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ILLINOIS 4-H PROJECT GUIDE | 2018-2019 | INSPIRE KIDS TO DO 7
ANIMAL SCIENCES
BEEF | CATS | DAIRY CATTLE | DAIRY GOATS | DOGS | HORSE | MEAT GOATS
POULTRY | RABBIT | SHEEP | SMALL PETS | SWINE | VETERINARY SCIENCE
VET SCIENCE 2 Quality Assurance LEADER RESOURCES
and Ethics Training The following resources are available
In level 2, complete an animal All 4-H members enrolled in an animal for purchase by special order from the
health record, learn about animal project are required to complete the local Extension office.
diseases and how they spread, learn online Quality Assurance and Ethics
about animal parasites and their course one time in order to stay enrolled Beef Helper's Guide
controls, and learn about veterinary in an animal project. The certification Publication # BU-08146 (2005)
medicine careers. must be done if you are enrolled in any
animal science project. Members who Cat Helper's Guide
Resources to help you learn don’t complete the certification before Publication # BU-08151 (2005)
All Systems Go their local fair or show will be removed
Publication # BU-08049 (2004) from the project and not be allowed to Dairy Cattle Helper's Guide
show. This rule applies to 4-H members Publication # BU-08164 (2005)
who exhibit live animals as well as those
VET SCIENCE 3 exhibiting poster displays. 4-H members
must take the training one time during
Dairy Goat Helper’s Guide
In level 3, study animal their 4-H career. LOG ON @ Publication # BU-08355 (2006)
reproduction, study principles of extension.illinois.edu/qaec.
preventative medicine, learn how Dog Helper's Guide
genetics influence breeding, and
LEADER RESOURCES Publication # BU-08169 (2005)
study what veterinarians do. GROUP RESOURCES Horse Helper's Guide
Resources to help you learn
The following resources are available Publication # BU-08058 (2004)
On The Cutting Edge for purchase by special order from the
Publication # BU-08050 (2004) local Extension office for use with Horse & Horsemanship
groups. Publication # CO 200
FORMS & RESOURCES
FORMS & DOWNLOADS AGRICULTURE Horse Science
Great for groups everywhere. Many Publication # CO 201
Illinois 4-H Livestock Record hands-on activities teach youth all
Download from about Illinois agriculture. Meat Goat Helper's Guide
4h.extension.illinois.edu/clubs Publication # BU-07912 (2003)
Acres of Adventures 1
Publication # BU-08330
Livestock E-Quiz Rabbit Helper's Guide
Online quiz about horses, swine, Publication # BU-08083 (2004)
Acres of Adventures 2
sheep, dairy, beef, meats, poultry, Publication # BU-08331
and forages. Helps prepare members Poultry Helper’s Guide
for 4-H livestock events.. Available at: Publication # BU-6366 (1995)
web.extension.illinois/edu/equiz EMBRYOLOGY
Hatching eggs in the classroom Sheep Helper’s Guide
provides student a hands-on Publication # BU-6370 (2003)
experience in STEM.
Small Pet Group Activity Guide
Chick Quest Teacher Guide: Publication # BU-6362 (2001)
A Classroom Journey through
the Life Cycle of Chickens Swine Helper's Guide
Publication # 4-H 167GPM (2016) Publication # BU-08068 (2004)
Chick Quest Logbook Vet Science Helper’s Guide
Publication # 4-H 167R
Publication # BU-08051 (2004)
Chick Quest 21-Day Calendar
Publication # 167P The Normal Animal
Publication # 4H 131 (2003)
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ANIMAL SCIENCES
BEEF | CATS | DAIRY CATTLE | DAIRY GOATS | DOGS | HORSE | MEAT GOATS
POULTRY | RABBIT | SHEEP | SMALL PETS | SWINE | VETERINARY SCIENCE
CONTESTS HORSE SPEAKING CONFERENCES
Held annually in April, the contest YOUTH LIVESTOCK
Animal science contests give youth
helps youth gain self-confidence,
the chance to gain new knowledge in CONFERENCE
courage and persuasiveness; share
the fields of animal science, business,
ideas with others; and develop the How do you increase livestock
public speaking, and leadership.
ability to speak in public to inform productivity? How do you keep your
Funding for national competition is
others about horse-related subjects. herd healthy? What traits do you
provided by the Illinois 4-H
The top winners represent Illinois in want in your breeding stock? How do
Foundation.
national competition. you successfully run your farm
LIVESTOCK JUDGING business? This conference is open to
Held annually in June, participants DAIRY JUDGING members in 7th, 8th & 9th grades and
Held annually in August at the State provides hands-on opportunity built
judge two rings of beef cattle, sheep,
Fair, participants demonstrate their around the science and disciplines of
and swine. Older members compete
knowledge of the dairy industry by livestock production and exhibition.
in oral reasons. The top team and top
individuals represent Illinois in ranking classes of dairy cattle. The top
national competition. winners represent Illinois in national ILLINI SUMMER
competition. ACADEMIES
HORSE JUDGING Teens across Illinois gather to explore
Held annually in April, participants DAIRY BOWL college curriculum, meet new friends,
learn about animal selection which Held annually in March, members and get a taste of college life during
helps them rank horse and pony compete in an academic-like quiz 4-H Illini Summer Academies.
classes for breed conformity and bowl while they demonstrate their Delegates spend four days with
quality. Older members compete in knowledge of the dairy industry. 4-H University of Illinois professors and
oral reasons as well. The top youth members do not need to be a dairy graduate students while they try out
represents Illinois in national project member to be eligible. The college majors and learn about
competition. top winners represent Illinois in potential careers. Illini Summer
national competition. Academies is open to youth who have
HORSE HIPPOLOGY completed 8th through 12th grade.
Held annually in April, participants POULTRY JUDGING Registration opens March 1 @
Any 4-H member may participate in go.illinois.edu/illini4H.
from regional contests advance to the
state contest where they poultry judging. Youth learn to
demonstrate their knowledge and evaluate poultry and egg products.
understanding of equine science and The top winners represent Illinois in
national competition.
TEEN LEADERSHIP
its practical use in the industry. The
top winners represent Illinois in 4-H LIVESTOCK
national competition. DOG SHOW AMBASSADORS
4-H members who receive a qualifying
HORSE BOWL Illinois State 4-H Livestock
score at their local 4-H dog show may
Ambassadors promote Illinois 4-H and
Held annually in April, this contest advance to state competition in late
the livestock industry throughout the
operates like scholastic quiz bowls as August. Members may compete in
state at events such as Illinois State
members answer horse-related both obedience and showmanship.
Fair, Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging
questions on breed identification, Entries are due August 1 to your local
Contest, and the Youth Livestock
management, health, and nutrition. Extension office.
Conference. Youth must be 16 to 21
Members qualify in regional contests.
years of age.
The top winners represent Illinois in
national competition.
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CAREER READINESS | CONSUMER EDUCATION | LEADERSHIP
INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS MY FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP 2
CAREER READINESS FUTURE 1 In level 2, develop a positive
In level 1, study real-life self image, use technology to
Illinois 4-H prepares youth to make communicate, explore different ways
financial scenarios, study future
informed decisions about their career of learning, practice making good
careers, set SMART goals, and create
and college paths. Build skills that decisions, and manage your
spending plans.
help you succeed in college, careers, resources.
and life. Resources to help you learn
Resources to help you learn
My Financial Future: Beginner
BUILD YOUR Publication # 01441Y Skills You Never Outgrow 2
FUTURE Publication # MC0631 (2010)
Explore potential careers
while you create your own business
MY FINANCIAL
plan and career portfolio. FUTURE 2 LEADERSHIP 3
In level 2, learn to manage In level 3, explore leadership
Resources to help you learn
financial records, choose payment styles, work with local media to
Build Your Future Notebook methods, and manage credit. showcase your club activities, and
Publication # 08561 investigate community resources.
Resources to help you learn
My Financial Future: Advanced Resources to help you learn
CONSUMER Publication # 01442Y Skills You Never Outgrow 3
EDUCATION Publication # MC0632 (2011)
Money management may be one of
the most important skills you can LEADERSHIP
learn. Improve your money Leaders build relationships, serve as a
good role model, and help others.
GROUP RESOURCES
management skills and become a
more informed consumer. Learn to Leaders influence and support others The following resources are available
distinguish between wants and needs; in a positive manner for a shared goal. for purchase by special order from the
identify, set, and evaluate goals; and Leaders aren't just elected. Learning local Extension office for use with
track expenses and income. about yourself and how you work groups.
with others is a key part of developing
ENTREPRENEURSHIP leadership skills. COLLEGE &
In level 1, learn what an CAREER READINESS
entrepreneur is, identify LEADERSHIP 1 Designed for middle and high school
successful traits of entrepreneurs, In level 1, learn about the youth, your members will learn how
identify your personal talents, and seven skill areas: understanding self, attitude affects life experiences and
learn about businesses. In level 2, communicating, getting along with the important of cultivating positive
learn common business languages, others, learning, making decisions, attitudes. Youth will understand how
develop a plan for your product, learn managing, and working in groups. responsibility and responsible
to marketing your product, and learn Resources to help you learn behavior can impact success in future
to target customers. In level 3, design careers, as well as using effective
a marketing plan, market your ideas, Skills You Never Outgrow 1
communication to resolve conflict and
Publication # MC0630 (2009)
and create a business plan. related to others.
Resources to help you learn Resources to help you learn
Be the “E” Entrepreneurship Tackling the Tough Skills
Activity Guide A Curriculum Building Skills
Publication # BU-08035 (2004) for Work and Life
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10 4-H | EXTENSION | ACES | UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOISCAREER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
CAREER READINESS | CONSUMER EDUCATION | LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP CONFERENCES TEEN LEADERSHIP
This CD contains activities designed to CONFERENCE
teach the basics of leadership in a ILLINI SUMMER
Leadership comes in many different
group setting for ages 8 to 12 and 13 ACADEMIES forms. Maybe you like to plan events.
to 18. The activities help youth Teens across Illinois gather to explore Maybe you like to speak in front of
identify and develop skills in seven college curriculum, meet new friends, groups. Maybe you like to teach or
areas of leadership. and get a taste of college life during mentor others. Maybe you like to
Resources to help you learn 4-H Illini Summer Academies. solve world issues or be at the table
Delegates spend four days with when important issues are discussed.
What's Leadership?
University of Illinois professors and Illinois 4-H is here to help you. The
Publication # MC0700 (2007)
graduate students while they try out conference is open to any Illinois
college majors and learn about youth in high school. Learn more @
potential careers. Illini Summer go.illinois.edu/4Hteens.
LEADER RESOURCES Academies is open to youth who have
The following resources are available completed 8th through 12th grade. NATIONAL 4-H
Registration opens March 1 @
for purchase by special order from the
go.illinois.edu/illini4H.
CONFERENCE
local Extension office.
Six Illinois teens travel to Washington
D.C. each spring to participate in this
Build Your Future JUNIOR LEADERSHIP
Facilitator Guide working conference. Delegates from
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CONFERENCE the United States, Canada, and Puerto
The Junior Leadership Conference is Rico attend workshops and work on
My Financial Future: for 4-H members in 7th and 8th grade. action plans for national, state and
This event is organized and conducted local 4-H programs. Some sight-seeing
Facilitator Guide
by the State 4-H Youth Leadership is included. First opportunity to
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Team. Workshops help participants attend this trip is provided to the
Be the “E” Helper Guide develop leadership skills, learn about teens serving on the State
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project areas. Register in November Speaking for Illinois 4-H Program.
@ go.illinois.edu/4HJLC.
LEGISLATIVE
CONNECTION
4-H Legislative Connection provides
4-H members a unique opportunity to
learn about the state legislative
process and meet with elected
officials. Participants include
members of the Illinois 4-H Youth
Leadership Team and those members
who have completed Speaking for
Illinois 4-H training.
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TEEN LEADERSHIP ROLES & OPPORTUNITIES TEEN LEADERSHIP
4-H knows that youth are an important resource in our communities. 4-H
ILLINOIS STATE 4-H YOUTH
doesn’t teach youth to be leaders someday in the future; 4-H places youth in
LEADERSHIP TEAM
meaningful leadership roles today and surrounds them with caring,
The Youth Leadership Team offers an
supportive adults. 4-H intentionally sets teens up for success. We know you opportunity for teens to plan 4-H
each are unique and what interests one person may not interest another. programs and represent Illinois at
state and national events.
That’s why we offer six different ways you can be a leader in your club, Responsibilities include:
county, and state 4-H programs. Ready for the next step? planning, coordinating, and
evaluating the state Junior
Leadership Conference and
PLANNING: I will help improve 4-H in MENTORING: As a mentor to others, Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings.
my county or state by working with I’ll be teaching important life skills,
providing leadership and public
staff to carry out shows, camps, providing opportunities to try new
relations support at state events.
contests, service opportunities and things and having fun. By being a
events. I will have a voice in what positive role model, I’ll increase my providing youth a voice in state
happens in my county 4-H program. own levels of leadership and 4-H issues.
IF THIS IS YOU, TRY: County 4-H responsibility as I help others. The team of 22 young adults, ages 16
Federation, County Planning IF THIS IS YOU, TRY: Camp Counselor, to 21, apply and are selected by
Committees Tech Wizard Mentor, Cloverbud application and interview. Terms are
Leader, Junior Leader, 4-H Buddy two years.
PROMOTING: I am passionate and
knowledgeable about 4-H and willing ADVOCATING: I can have a voice in SPEAKING FOR
to encourage others to get involved. making positive change as a 4-H
In this role, I may be asked to give a advocate. I’ll work with local leaders ILLINOIS 4-H
speech, talk with a prospective and government officials to improve 4-H members age 14-18 may
member, or share my story with my community, while I gain skills in participate in Speaking for Illinois 4-H.
adults. Presenting a positive image of research, analysis, critical thinking, Members receive advanced training in
4-H is my main responsibility. communication, and teamwork and public presentations to prepare for
IF THIS IS YOU, TRY: 4-H Ambassador, bring youth voice to public issues. meetings with county and state
Speaking for Illinois 4-H IF THIS IS YOU, TRY: Change elected officials, potential donors,
Advocate, Hunger Advocate, Citizen civic groups, and new volunteers.
TEACHING: Teaching is a powerful Scientist These youth assist with state
way to grow my skills in listening, legislative events.
decision-making, and communicating. ADVISING: I will work with other
I will be expected to plan and lead a youth and adults as partners, serving 4-H ROBOTICS GAME
progression of lessons for younger as a youth voice to make
youth. This will help me develop as a recommendations for informed DESIGN COMMITTEE
confident educator. decisions. I may serve on a committee The 4-H Robotics Game Design
IF THIS IS YOU, TRY: Teen Teacher, or council which helps guide the local committee works closely with state
Workshop Presenter or state 4-H program or serve as a 4-H 4-H staff and volunteers to plan the
representative on a community annual challenge that is used at the
advisory council. state 4-H robotics competition.
IF THIS IS YOU, TRY: Committees, Committee members also serve as
Extension Council, Expansion & judges at regional robotics events and
Review Committee the state robotics competition and
promote STEM in their communities.
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CAREER READINESS | CONSUMER EDUCATION | LEADERSHIP
ILLINI SUMMER 4-H LIVESTOCK 4-H SHOOTING SPORTS
ACADEMIES PLANNING AMBASSADORS AMBASSADORS
COMMITTEE Illinois State 4-H Livestock Ambassadors provide public relations
Ambassadors promote Illinois 4-H and support and serve as spokespersons
Teens who have attended the Illini
the livestock industry throughout the for the 4-H Shooting Sports Program,
Summer Academies program may for
state at events such as Illinois State helping to make 4-H and the 4-H
the planning committee to assist in
Fair, Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Shooting Sports Programs more
next year’s event on the University of
Contest, and the Youth Livestock visible. Through the program,
Illinois campus. Teens must be 15 to
Conference. Youth must be 16 to 21 ambassadors develop their skills in
18 years of age. Teens attend a
years of age. leadership, public presentation,
weekend planning retreat and tele-
citizenship, community service, public
conferences.
4-H HUNGER 4-H relations, and team building.
4-H CAMP COUNSELOR AMBASSADORS 4-H CITIZEN SCIENTISTS
Camp counselors serve as role models Illinois 4-H Hunger Ambassadors
4-H Citizen Scientists help researchers
and mentors to younger youth. They investigate hunger in their local
around the globe collect and record
create opportunities for campers to community, then work together to
vital information about the
develop positive relationships, come up with a plan to help. Some
environment. Some youth wade in
experience group belonging, develop plant community gardens or fill
rivers and streams to take water
problem-solving and teamwork skills, backpacks with food, while others
quality samples. Others may watch
and try new things. serve community meals or donate to
and record birds in their backyard.
food pantries. Your club can help fight
The program is open to junior and
4-H TEEN TEACHERS hunger. Consider growing a 4-H
senior high youth who are interested
garden and share fresh produce with
4-H Teen Teachers are responsible for in environmental science. You receive
local food pantries, soup kitchens, or
planning and leading a series of training and supplies at no cost. The
shelters. You might sponsor a canned
educational activities for younger program operates in cooperation with
food drive or host a food packaging
youth in a project area. 4-H Teen Illinois River Watch and Cornell
event to assemble packaged meals
Teachers receive training and teach as University Lab of Ornithology.
which are donated to food pantries.
a team with other teens. They serve
as positive role models for youth
while they teach using a variety of
$419,600
teaching methods. Teen Teachers are FINANCIAL SUPPORT GIVEN TO
responsible for selecting the activities
they’ll do each day and planning
COUNTY 4-H PROGRAMS IN 2017
lessons. They meet after the lessons
to debrief and find ways to improve.
Consider how your family can support the
4-H SCIENCE ILLINOIS 4-H FOUNDATION in 2019.
AMBASSADORS Learn more at 4Hfoundation.illinois.edu.
4-H Science Ambassadors share their
excitement about science with others.
Opportunities vary by county, but you
might give a talk on your 4-H project,
speak at a meeting to spark interest in
science, facilitate the National 4-H
Youth Science Day experiment, or
staff a 4-H information booth.
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL, CONSUMER & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
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INTERIOR DESIGN | PHOTOGRAPHY | THEATER ARTS | VIDEO | VISUAL ARTS
INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS CREATIVE INTERIOR DESIGN
COMMUNICATIONS
WRITING Whether you live in the country or
Find the writer in you! Find city; in a house, apartment, or mobile
Effective communication drives all inspiration for writing, develop a home; there are things to learn that
aspects of day-to-day life. You’ll learn theme, create a plot using SWBS, and will help make the space you live
how we communicate, learn different develop main characters. beautiful and functional. Interior
modes of communications, and Design is a great way to learn about
strengthen your own communication Resources to help you learn design, color, texture, and space. It
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resolution, social media, and digital Publication # 4-H 588 and comfortable place to be.
storytelling among other skills.
INTERIOR
COMMUNICATIONS 1 JOURNALISM DESIGN
In level 1, learn about active Learn about the different Apply design elements and
learning, communication types of news, explore careers in principles as you plan your own room.
preferences, aggressive journalism, gather news and write Identify your decorating style. Use
communication, visual aids, making different kinds of news stories, and “green” design practices to create a
introductions, and letter writing. compare the difference between new look for your space.
Resources to help you learn opinion pieces, photo journalism, and
news stories. Resources to help you learn
Communications Module 1 Design Decisions
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Resources to help you learn
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Journalism
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COMMUNICATIONS 2 PHOTOGRAPHY
In level 2, learn about conflict
resolution, communicating in social PUBLIC From learning about camera
equipment to capturing great images
media, understanding cultural SPEAKING and sharing what you have learned
differences, writing press releases and Youth learn to speak with with others, you are bound to love
speeches, and working in confidence. The introductory manual photography!
communication careers. is intended for youth with little or no
Resources to help you learn public speaking experience. More PHOTOGRAPHY 1
advanced speakers may wish to In level 1, practice techniques
Communications Module 2
download the advanced guides. for taking quality photographs. Learn
Publication # 01509F (2016)
Resources to help you learn about lighting, interesting
backgrounds, and photo composition.
COMMUNICATIONS 3 Finding Your Voice:
Public Speaking Made Easy Resources to help you learn
In level 3, learn about
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electronic communication, evaluate
advertisements, write resumes and Publication # PC-1 (2007)
Go online to 4-H.illinois.edu,
cover letters, and become a digital Members/Projects/Communications
storyteller. to download these advanced guides:
Resources to help you learn Demonstrations
Extempore Speaking
Communications Module 3
Formal Speech
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Illustrated Speech
Master of Ceremonies
Oral Interpretation
Original Works
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COMMUNICATIONS | CREATIVE WRITING | JOURNALISM | PUBLIC SPEAKING
INTERIOR DESIGN | PHOTOGRAPHY | THEATER ARTS | VIDEO | VISUAL ARTS
PHOTOGRAPHY 2 THEATRE ARTS 3 VISUAL ARTS
In level 2, learn about shutter In level 3, design costumes Do you want to express yourself, be
speed and f-stops, use special effects and stage sets, create sound effects, creative, or make an impression?
in photos, compose photos using the apply makeup for a character, and Visual Arts is for you! It may be
“rule of thirds” or the “golden experiment with lighting. messy, fun, strange, or unique. You
triangle” rule, and take photos from will get to work with paint, chalk,
Resources to help you learn
different angles. metal, wood, food, scrapbooking,
Set the Stage: Theatre Arts paper, computers and much, much
Resources to help you learn
Stagecraft Activities more. Be yourself, explore visual arts!
Controlling the Image Publication # BU-08072 (2004)
Publication # PC-2 (2007) Resources to help you learn
VIDEO The following 4-H manuals provide
PHOTOGRAPHY 3 The video project exposes youth to
general information on all visual arts
projects and are available for ordering
In level 3, experiment with filmmaking, digital storytelling, and
through 4-H Online. Manuals specific
wide angle and telephoto lenses, videography through workshop
to one art medium are also available
create different lens filters, use a light modules that assist youth with
for ordering and are listed under the
meter, and use exposure to create a making their own films.
specific project area.
mood and tell a story.
Resources to help you learn VIDEO Getting Started in Art
Mastering Photography FILMMAKING Publication # 4-H 592
Beginner Level: Learn to express
Publication # PC-3 (2007) Explore filmmaking emotions through art; create projects
techniques and create a video to using line, form, and texture; and
share with others. establish balance or rhythm in your
THEATRE ARTS
Theatre Arts opens the world of Resources to help you learn art.
theatre to youth with activities in Filmmaking Studio &
communication, improvisation, Workshop (2009) Sketchbook Crossroads:
pantomime, script writing, cultural Project Support Online at: Drawing, Fiber, and Sculpture
and historical influences, stage design, 4-H.org/parents/curriculum/filmmaking Activity Guide
and costume design. Publication # BU-08140 (2005)
Advanced Level: Learn to use color
THEATRE ARTS 1 Illinois 4-H Filmmaker Website
Includes links to filmmaking tools and
and space in artwork to create
In level 1, express yourself tutorials, examples of youth-created balance, create calligraphy and
through movement, voice, speech, videos and more: cartoons, applique with felt, weave,
and characterization. Create and web.extension.illinois.edu/4hfilmmak experiment with dyes, and sculpt with
present a ploy, or do improvisation, ers clay and wire.
pantomime, monologs, or clowning.
Resources to help you learn Portfolio Pathways: Painting,
Play the Role: Theatre Arts Printing, and Graphic Design
Publication # BU-08141 (2005)
Acting Activities Advanced Level: Explore techniques
Publication # BU-08070 (2004)
with acrylics, watercolors, and colored
sand. Experiment with oil painting.
Create dry point etching. Make a
wood block stamp.
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INTERIOR DESIGN | PHOTOGRAPHY | THEATER ARTS | VIDEO | VISUAL ARTS
CHALK, CARBON, FIBER GLASS &
PIGMENT Explore 11 different fiber arts PLASTIC
Explore techniques using as you learn to use natural materials Members learn steps in
acrylics, oil, watercolors, pencil, or and apply principles of design in a creating stained glass art using the
chalk. Create dry point etching or variety of finished products. Explore copper foil method with soldering.
make a wood block stamp. the urban art using duct tape. Duct Resources to help you learn
Resources to help you learn tape originated in the 1960s. It is a
fibrous material, so items constructed Getting Started in Art
Getting Started in Art using duct tape are exhibited in the
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Publication # 4-H 592 fiber project. Exhibits in this project
Creating Stained Glass Projects
must be of original design for youth
Sketchbook Crossroads: 10 and older. Members 10 and over
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wishing to exhibit non-original fiber
Portfolio Pathways
art should enroll in Heritage Arts. HERITAGE ARTS
Publication # BU-08141 (2005) Resources to help you learn Heritage arts are traditional
Getting Started in Art crafts learned from another person or
CLAY Publication # 4-H 592 from a pattern. Some examples
include cross-stitch, knitting,
Creativity is the key when crocheting, needlepoint, embroidery,
Sketchbook Crossroads:
working with clay. Watch an idea macramé, basket making, candles,
Publication # BU-08140 (2005)
become reality before your eyes. pysanki, leather, handmade dolls and
Resources to help you learn Exploring Fiber Arts costumes, quilting from a traditional
Getting Started in Art Publication # MF0118 pattern, and painting on wood, metal
Publication # 4-H 592 fiber, or candles.
Duct Tape Crafts Resources to help you learn
Available for download @
Sketchbook Crossroads: Getting Started in Art
utah4H.org/discover
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COMPUTER FOOD Sketchbook Crossroads:
GENERATED ART DECORATING Publication # BU-08140 (2005)
Practice simple decorating
In this project, your computer
techniques as you decorate cookies,
is the medium you use to create art.
cupcakes, and cakes. Learn to frost METAL
Digital imagery can be a powerful
and decorate using simple flowers to Metal arts includes any
storyteller tool. Computer generated
a variety of borders and special original item made of metal such as
art refers to any form of digital
effects. As you advance, learn to frost sculpture, tin punch, engraved metal,
imagery or graphic art that is
stacked or tiered cakes. and jewelry. Items intended for
produced with the aid of a computer.
industrial use, such as tools and/or
Resources to help you learn
Resources to help you learn shop items, are not considered part of
Cake Decorating this Visual Arts project. Metal items
Getting Started in Art
Publication # 4H 42500 (2001) that have been partially or totally
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created through the use of laser
Portfolio Pathways cutting programs/devices are
Publication # BU-08141 (2005) considered part of the Computer-
Generated Art project.
Getting Started in Art
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COMMUNICATIONS | CREATIVE WRITING | JOURNALISM | PUBLIC SPEAKING
INTERIOR DESIGN | PHOTOGRAPHY | THEATER ARTS | VIDEO | VISUAL ARTS
NATURE 3-DIMENSIONAL Imagination in Action Beginner
MIXED MEDIA Facilitator’s Guide
Nature provides the medium Publication # 08445 (2013)
for art in this project. Learn to make Creating free-standing art
original item made of natural material allows your products to be seen from
Imagination in Action
such as wreaths, cornhusk dolls, etc. all sides. For this project, the art piece
includes at least three different Intermediate Guide
Resources to help you learn Publication # 08446 (2013)
medium, with no one medium making
Getting Started in Art up more than 40 percent of the item.
Publication # 4-H 592 Imagination in Action
Originality and design are important
concepts. Advanced Facilitator’s Guide
Publication # 08447 (2013)
PAPER Resources to help you learn
Members explore multiple Getting Started in Art Theatre Arts Group
design elements of paper art, Publication # 4-H 592 Activity Helper's Guide
including origami and card making. Publication # BU-08073 (2004)
Paper art associated with creation of Sketchbook Crossroads:
a scrapbook align with the Publication # BU-08140 (2005)
Scrapbooking exhibit area. All other
paper art align with the Paper exhibit CONTESTS
area. WOOD
Resources to help you learn Wood carving, sculptures, PUBLIC SPEAKING
collages, and wood burning are a few The Illinois State 4-H Public
Getting Started in Art of items included in the Wood Visual Presentation Contest allows youth to
Publication # 4-H 592 highlight their exceptional
Arts project. The focus of this project
is art. If you want to make utilitarian presentation abilities in a supportive
Paper Crafts wood items from patterns or kits, environment. Youth learn from
Available for download @ such as outdoor, indoor furniture, or professionals as well as 4-H members.
utah4H.org/discover Divisions include oral interpretation,
shelves, enroll in Woodworking
instead of Visual Arts. original works, formal speeches, and
illustrated speeches.
SCRAPBOOKING Resources to help you learn
Scrapbooking helps preserve Getting Started in Art
happy memories of important days in Publication # 4-H 592
our lives. Beginning members will TEEN LEADERSHIP
learn to create a layout and use
simple embellishments. As you get LEADER RESOURCES SPEAKING FOR
more advanced, learn to use die cuts,
The following resources are available
ILLINOIS 4-H
stamps, fiber, wire, buttons, to 4-H members age 14-18 may
for purchase by special order from the
personalize your pages. Add local Extension office. participate in the Speaking for Illinois
journaling to capture memories in 4-H program. Members receive
words and photos. THEATRE ARTS 1 -3 advanced training in public
Resources to help you learn In level 1, groups recognize non- presentations to prepare for meetings
verbal communication, improvisation, with county and state elected
Getting Started in Art officials, potential donors, civic
Publication # 4-H 592 cultural influences, and stage design.
In level 2, groups write scripts and groups, and new volunteers.
4-H Scrapbooking design costumes. In level 3, groups,
Publication # MF0116 (2013) plan and perform plays, develop
characters in scripts, create costumes,
and job shadow theater professionals.
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CROPS | ENTOMOLOGY | FORESTRY | GEOLOGY | HORTICULTURE | ENVIRONMENT | NATURAL RESOURCES
OUTDOOR LIVING | PLANTS & SOILS | SPORTFISHING | WEATHER | WILDLIFE | SHOOTING SPORTS
INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS SOYBEANS ENTOMOLOGY 1
Learn to select and germinate In level 1, you may build a
CROPS seeds, experiment with planting compound eye to see how an insect
Take a trip anywhere across Illinois depth, study disease-resistant factors, sees, identify insects, use a pitfall trap
and you'll see thousands of acres of explore careers related to crops and to collect insects, and observe insect
corn, soybeans and small grains. This soils, and identify pests and diseases. habits.
project prepares you for what it takes
Resources to help you learn Resources to help you learn
to feed the world. Test germination
rates, study seed selection and Soybeans Teaming with Insects 1
seasonal pests, and identify plant Publication # MJ0120 (2006) Publication # 08440 (2011)
diseases and weeds.
Resources to help you learn ENTOMOLOGY ENTOMOLOGY 2
Nearly three-fourths of all animals are
Crops and Soils Record In level 2, you may make an
insects or their relatives. There are
Publication # RJ0101 (2016) insect collection tool kit, make insect
Download at nearly one million species of insects,
traps and baits, create a spreading
4h.extension.illinois.edu/members/ and they impact our lives daily. They
board, and investigate invasive
projects/crops compete with us for food, they can
species.
carry diseases, and they impact our
renewable resources affecting our Resources to help you learn
CORN economy. But insects are major Teaming with Insects 2
Learn to test corn germination, benefactors too, controlling other Publication # 08441 (2011)
study growing degree-days, insect pests, pollinating a wide variety
experiment with soil tilth, manage of crops, and recycling organic matter.
pests, calculate drying time, cross- Resources to help you learn
ENTOMOLOGY 3
pollinate plants, and determine In level 3, use the scientific
harvest losses. Guide to Preserving and method to investigate insects, create
Resources to help you learn
Mounting Insects for Display a dichotomous key, measure insect
Download @ diversity, and experiment with meal
Corn 4h.extension.illinois.edu/members/ worms.
Publication # MJ0101 (2006) projects/entomology
Resources to help you learn
Instructions for Teaming with Insects 3
SMALL GRAINS Insect Display Boxes Publication # 08442 (2011)
Learn to select seed varieties, Download @
understand stages of plant 4h.extension.illinois.edu/members/
development, germinate seeds, projects/entomology BEEKEEPING 1
recognize and manage pests, In level 1, learn basic
determine pesticide risks, take soil Insect Identification Labels beekeeping facts, such as species of
samples, study costs and prices, and Publication # MH0401a (2001) bees and the honey they produce,
recognize disease. Download @ types of plants that attract bees, and
4h.extension.illinois.edu/members/
Resources to help you learn equipment used by beekeepers.
projects/entomology
Small Grains — Wheat, Oats, Resources to help you learn
Barley, and Rye Illinois State Beekeeper Understanding the
Publication # MJ0110 (2006) Association Honey Bee
Available online @ ilsba.com Available for downloaded at
extension.purdue.edu/
Bee-spotter extmedia/4h/4-h-571-w.pdf
Available online @ beespotter.org
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CROPS | ENTOMOLOGY | FORESTRY | GEOLOGY | HORTICULTURE | ENVIRONMENT | NATURAL RESOURCES
OUTDOOR LIVING | PLANTS & SOILS | SPORTFISHING | WEATHER | WILDLIFE | SHOOTING SPORTS
BEEKEEPING 2 FORESTS FLORICULTURE A
In level 2, learn to manage a OF FUN 2 In level 1, learn to plant a
colony of bees and care for their In Level 2, learn how trees cutting garden; grow flowers from
beehive. Learn basic beekeeping absorb water and nutrients, the parts seeds, bulbs, and transplants; identify
operations which produce extracted, of a leaf, how to decode a tree’s rings, plant parts; and create floral design.
chunk, or cut comb honey. and identify tree diseases.
Resources to help you learn
Resources to help you learn Resources to help you learn
Floriculture Level A
Working with Honey Bees Reach for the Canopy Publication # 4-H-966 (2005)
Available for download at Publication # BU-08039 (2004)
https://www.extension.purdue.edu/
extmedia/4H/4-H-586-W.pdf FLORICULTURE B
FORESTS In level 2, learn to plan and
BEEKEEPING 3 OF FUN 3 grow a theme garden, care for
In Level 3, learn to use a tree houseplants, experiment with
This project is for youth who key, identify trees by their bark, growing mediums, and dry flowers.
are experienced and knowledgeable explore fruits from flowering trees, Resources to help you learn
in the basic care of a beehive. In level and identify how different cultures
3, learn to manage honey bee use forests. Floriculture Level B
colonies, increase the number of Publication # 4-H-967 (2005)
Resources to help you learn
colonies by splitting colonies, care for
queens, troubleshoot risks to Explore the Deep Woods
colonies, and use bees in pollination. Publication # BU-08040 (2004) FLORICULTURE C
Resources to help you learn In level 3, learn to design a
garden planter, grow plants from
Advanced Beekeeping GEOLOGY cuttings, make floral designs, make
Methods In this project, you will learn wearable flowers, and experiment
Available for download at the difference between rocks and with drying methods.
extension.purdue.edu/
minerals, learn how to identify fossils, Resources to help you learn
extmedia/4h/4-h-593-w.pdf
describe and identify rocks,
understand stages of the rock cycle, Floriculture Level C
Publication # 4-H-968 (2005)
FORESTRY and use the scientific method to solve
Learn about trees, forests, forest problems.
ecology, and human reliance on Resources to help you learn FLORICULTURE D
forests. Discover forest resources In level 4, learn to design all-
Geology – Introduction
near home and around the world. season gardens, plan a floral business,
to the Study of the Earth
force bulb flowers, create a bridal
FORESTS Publication # MH 0603 (2016)
bouquet, and explore career and
OF FUN 1 community service opportunities.
In Level 1, learn to identify HORTICULTURE
Resources to help you learn
types of forests, trees and forest Horticulture is the science of growing
products; learn to tell the age of living things, such as fruits, flowers, Floriculture Level D
trees; learn about transpiration; and vegetables, and ornamental plants. Publication # 4-H-969 (2005)
learn to classify types of trees. There are two divisions: Flowers and
Vegetables. Whether you’re using a
Resources to help you learn
big backyard, a city building roof, or
Follow the Path your own kitchen, there’s plenty of
Publication # BU-08038 (2004) room for a 4-H Horticulture project.
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