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| 4031 - Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4031.1) | 35 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed instructions step-by-step to do or make things themselves |
| 4031.2) | 35 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed safe practices |
| 4031.3) | 35 |
Number of youth who reported that they demonstrated what they learned to do for themselves |
| 4031.4) | 35 |
Number of youth who are more aware of preparing and eating healthy, local food |
Author: Paula McCuiston
Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
~~According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the single most important thing we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading illness to others is to wash our hands. This program teaches correct hand-washing steps, when to wash hands and the importance of hand-washing. The Hickman County FCS, ANR and 4-H Agents utilize experiential learning to teach handwashing skills with a germ bag and black light. Students take home the American Cleaning Institute “Don’t Do the
Author: Paula McCuiston
Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
~~The primary goal of the Kentucky 4-H Sewing program is to teach youth about the art and skills of creating useful items using needle and thread. This includes not only the use of a hand needle and thread, but the sewing machine and serger. Sewing can be used to create clothing and wardrobe essentials, as well as, useful items for daily living.Equally important to teaching youth skills they can use throughout their lives is the goal of encouraging critical thinking and creativity. &
