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It Starts With Us
| 4031 - Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4031.1) | 310 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed instructions step-by-step to do or make things themselves |
| 4031.2) | 275 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed safe practices |
| 4031.3) | 101 |
Number of youth who reported that they demonstrated what they learned to do for themselves |
| 4031.4) | 101 |
Number of youth who are more aware of preparing and eating healthy, local food |
Author: Renata Farmer
Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
A recent study from Harris Interactive revealed that 80% of parents believe that their children are being taught personal money matters in school, yet 90% of high school students and 87% of college students say that whatever they know about money they learn from their parents. Statistics find that most children merely imitate the saving and spending habits they see modeled at home. The Knox County 4-H program responded to requests by teachers for consumer programs by collaborating with the Youth
