Extension
It Starts With Us
| 4031 - Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4031.1) | 19 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed instructions step-by-step to do or make things themselves |
| 4031.2) | 22 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed safe practices |
| 4031.3) | 13 |
Number of youth who reported that they demonstrated what they learned to do for themselves |
| 4031.4) | 598 |
Number of youth who are more aware of preparing and eating healthy, local food |
Author: Courtney Brock
Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
Tough economic times across the country often serve to highlight the continued need for building financial skills among young adults and youth. A 2014 Federal Reserve report found that students who were exposed to personal finance education had credit scores that were 7 to 29 points higher than those of students who weren’t. Financial literacy has been consistently identified by 4-H leaders, teachers, community leaders, and extension volunteers as an important area for continued educationa
