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| 4021 - 4-H Agriculture Core Curriculum AND Natural Resources | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.1) | 60 |
Number of youth who indicated they are interested in learning more about animal science (Common Measures – SC 1) |
| 4021.2) | 15 |
Number of youth who indicated they are interested in learning more about plant science (Common Measures – SC 2) |
| 4021.3) | 20 |
Number of youth who indicated they are interested in learning more about environmental science (Common Measures – SC 3) |
| 4021.4) | 50 |
Number of youth who indicated they like science a lot or a little (Common Measures – SC 6) |
| 4021.5) | 20 |
Number of youth who indicated yes or sort of to having a job that uses science (Common Measures – SC 7) |
| 4021.6) | 55 |
Number of youth who indicated that, through 4-H, they learned new things about science (Common Measures – SC 16) |
| 4021.7) | 10 |
Number of youth who talked about how science can be used to solve everyday problems in 4-H (Common Measures – SC 18) |
| 4021.8) | 5 |
Number of youth who have shared their science related project with others (Common Measures – SC 19) |
| 4021.9) | 60 |
Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H natural resource programming |
| 4021.10) | 50 |
Number of youth who used the skills and knowledge learned in 4-H to conserve natural resources |
| 4021.11) | 60 |
Number of youth who have gained an understanding of ecosystems in Kentucky |
| 4021.12) | 60 |
Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H agriculture programming |
| 4021.13) | 60 |
Number of youth who gained an understanding of the role of agriculture in the production of food and fiber |
Author: Mary Jane Little
Major Program: 4-H Agriculture Core Curriculum AND Natural Resources
The focus of all 4-H programs is the development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. The National 4-H Shooting Sports Program stands out as an example. Youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, the principles of hunting and archery, and much more. The activities of the program and the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics. (National 4-H Shooting
Author: Mary Jane Little
Major Program: 4-H Agriculture Core Curriculum AND Natural Resources
"Today, there are more than 12,000 resident camps that exist within the United States that serve more than 11 million youth and adults annually (American Camp Association, 2008). Among these camps, are a large number of 4-H conducted residential camps. According to National 4-H Enrollment Statistics (USDA, 2003), 299,297 youth participated in overnight 4-H camps in 2003. Fifty-eight percent of these youth were female, and 42% were male...According to the American Camping Association (1997),
