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| 4041 - 4-H Family and Consumer Science Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4041.1) | 12 |
Number of youth who know how to follow a recipe to make something to eat |
| 4041.2) | 0 |
Number of youth how know how to make changes to a recipe |
| 4041.3) | 12 |
Number of youth who know how to use measuring cups and spoons |
| 4041.4) | 12 |
Number of youth who know how to use knives safely |
| 4041.5) | 12 |
Number of youth who know how to handle hot pots and pans safely |
| 4041.6) | 12 |
Number of youth who know how to keep their cooking area clean to stop germs spreading |
Author: Lisa Hagman
Major Program: 4-H Family and Consumer Science Core Curriculum
According to the American Heart Association, teaching youth how to prepare their own food will give them a skill they can use for a lifetime, they will be more likely to eat healthier as adults, and build self-confidence (Cooking With Your Children; Web MD; May 30, 2008.) In an effort to address these issues locally, Hancock County 4-H partnered with the Youth Service Center and offered an afterschool 4-H Culinary Arts Club. There were 11 middle school youth with 6 male members. Our
