Projects D - G
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Dairy
(including bucket calf)
Dogs
Electricity
Energy
Entomology
(including bee keeping)
Entrepreneurship
Environmental sciences
Exploring 4-H
Filmmaking
Financial champions
Foods/nutrition
Forestry
Geology
Geospatial
Global education
Goats
Dairy
State specialist: Ben Gallup
Ice cream, cheese, and milk are a few of the great products that dairy cows produce. The dairy project is a fun way to learn about the management and care of dairy cattle and the many career opportunities in the dairy industry. Activities in this project will help you gain knowledge in learning proper feeding, health, selection, and marketing all within this project. You will also learn about the many dairy products and various uses of cow's milk.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y1300, Learning about Dairy, a Resource Guide (order)
- Y1310, Cowabunga! (order)
- Y1320, Mooving Ahead (order)
- Y1330, Rising to the Top (order)
- Y1301, Dairy Judging Made Easy (order)
- LG1300, Dairy Helper's Actvity Guide (order)
Bucket calf
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y1350, 4-H Bucket Calf Project (order)
Quality assurance
- Missouri 4-H Food Quality Assurance
- Compendium of Measures to Prevent Disease Associated with Animals in Public Settings (PDF)
Supplemental project material
- Dairy cattle showmanship scorecard (PDF)
Dairy cattle showmanship scorecard as approved by the Purebred Dairy Cattle Association
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Dairy (PDF)
- Character Connection: Dairy (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: What's that Cheese? (PDF)
- Y4411, 4-H Business Startup Guide: Working Animals (PDF)
Events
Web resources
- 4-H dairy cattle online activities
- Pattern for Realistic Cloth Model Calf
Directions (PDF) and Pattern (PDF) - Livestock eQuiz
- Missouri Dairymen's resource guide
- Dairy cattle judging from University of Vermont
- MooMilk look at the dairy industry
- Hoard’s Dairyman: the national dairy farm magazine
- Virtual Farm
- Farmers Feed Us
- My American Farm - interactive, educational games
Dogs
State specialist: Ben Gallup
Who can resist those big brown eyes or that tail wagging to see you? If one of your best friends is a dog, then you will enjoy this project. Together you and your dog learn about dog obedience, grooming and nutritional aspects that will help your dog live a long and happy life. In the advanced levels you will learn how to teach your dog to retrieve, jump hurdles, drop on recall, broad jump and participate in showmanship contests. This is a fun way to spend time with your dog.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y1710, Wiggles 'n' Wags (order)
- Y1720, Canine Connection (order)
- Y1730, Leading the Pack (order)
- LG1750, Missouri 4-H Dog Modules CD (order)
- LG1740, Dog Helper's Activity Guide (order)
Supplemental project material
- Teach your dog new tricks
- The 4-H guide to dog training and dog tricks
- Dog Grooming Score Card (PDF)
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Dogs (PDF)
- Character Connection: Dogs (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Vital Signs (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Parts Identification (PDF)
- Y4411, 4-H Business Startup Guide: Working Animals (PDF)
Events
Web resources
- American Kennel Club
- How to Love Your Dog: kid’s guide to dog care
- Dog Channel
- Healthy Dogs
- Puppy and dog behavior training
- Pet Education
- Dog-Play: kids and dogs information and resources
- About.com dog resources
- WorkingDogWeb
- Resources for dog selection and care
Electricity
State specialist: Ben Gallup
Demystify the “magic” of electric circuits, magnetism, motors and electronics. From building burglar alarms, learning how to select really good stereo and other consumer items. This project offers several opportunities for hands-on experiences and knowledge you will use in the future. You will experience technology first hand while learning communication and decision-making skills.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)- Y8310, Magic World of Electricity, Unit 1 (order)
- Y8320, Investigating Electricity (order)
- Y8330, Wired for Power (order)
- Y8340, Entering Electronics (order)
- LG8350, Electric Excitement Helper's Activity Guide (order)
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Electricity (PDF)
- Character Connection: Electricity (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Conductors of Electricity (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Electricity Wiring (PDF)
Events
Web resources
- Science toys
- The Atoms Family
- What is static electricity
- Ask Earl - How do you make electricity?
-
What is energy?
- Energy Kids
State specialist: Bill Pabst
Whether it’s your community, home, family car, or your iPod; energy makes things happen. You will likely experience dramatic changes related to energy during your lifetime. So, understanding the fundamental concepts of energy is important. You will gain knowledge and skills to understand energy development and use, and the impact on economics and the environment which could lead to future careers. 4-H is developing projects to help youth understand the science and technology of energy and energy transformations.
Power of the Wind
The Power of Wind: Energizing Our Future is
designed to ignite your learning, curiosity, and leadership in renewable
energy. You will explore the wind energy resources in your state and
local communities, using hands-on learning to gain a deeper
understanding of the science, engineering and technology behind wind
energy production. You will be challenged to create service learning
opportunities that help others in your community make sense of this new
frontier.
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Power of the Wind Youth Guide *
- LG8600, Power of the Wind Facilitator Guide *
* Order from 4-H mall
Additioanl Activities
- Mission Energy: 4-H Energy Project Online
A tech way to learn using a closed Facebook group (ages 13-18)
Events
Entomology
State specialist: Ben Gallup
Explore the amazing world of insects and their arthropod relatives. Learn exciting new things about insects and their life cycle. Collect insects and construct an entomology box so that others can learn about insects as well. This project is filled with many hands on activities that you will enjoy and want to share with others.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- New curriculum coming in fall
- G7600, Beekeeping Tips for Beginners
- G7601, Seasonal Apiary Managment
- Y7241, Butterfly Gardening and Conservation (order)
- Y9200, Entomology Insect Pins (order)
Supplemental project material
- Y9201, Missouri 4-H Entomology (PDF
- University of Kentucky entomology materials
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Entomology (PFD)
- Character Connection: Entomology (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Insect Collection (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Insect Parts Indentification (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Insect Pinning (PDF)
Events
Web resources
- Insectaganza of Excitement
- Florida 4-H Bug Club
- Entomology for kids and teachers from University of Kentucky
- The Entomological Foundation educational resources
- Entomology internet resources for University of Arizona
- Entomology department of Iowa State
- Bugscope
Entrepreneurship
State specialist: Steve Henness
You can do what you love and love what you do by starting your own business as an Entrepreneur! Whether you are interested in starting your own business, or simply wanting to explore what Entrepreneurism is all about, this project will help you get started. Additionally, the Entrepreneurship project works great alongside other 4-H projects you may already be doing such as: crafts, photography, baby-sitting, gardening, woodworking, or raising and selling animals.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
"Be the E" entrepreneurship (grades 5-8)
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y4410, Be the E: Entrepreneurship Activity Guide (order)
- LG4410, Be the E: Entrepeneurship Helper's Guide (order)
Business start up guides
- Y4411, Working with Animals (PDF)
- Y4412, Working with Foods (PDF)
- Y4413, Plants (PDF)
- Y4414, Working with Practical Arts (PDF)
- Y4415, Working with Fine Arts (PDF)
- Y4416, Baby Sitting (PDF)
Entrepreneurship investigation (ESI) (grades 7-12)
Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)- Discover the E-Scene *
- The Case of ME *
- Your Business Inspection *
- ESI Leader Guide *
* Order from ESI: EntrepreneurShip Investigation
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Entrepreneurship (PDF)
- Character Connection: Entrepreneurship (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Marketing (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Business Opportunties (PDF)
Events
Web resources
- MU Extension 4-H "Cloverpreneurs"
- Be the E resources
- MU Extension Entrepreneurs and their Communities
- Entrepreneurship Investigation (ESI) curriculum
- Entrepreneurship Investigation (ESI) game links
- Hot Shot Business simulation
- All Terrain Brain games and activites
- U.S. Small Business Administration teen business site
- Senior Corps of Retired Executives young entrepreneurs site
- BizKids teach kids about money and business on PBS
- Entrepreneurship classroom activities
- Mentors, ventures and plans
- Online activities for youth and teacher programs from MU University-St. Louis
- Business education resources compiled by Tonya Skinner, a Missouri educator
Environmental sciences
State specialist: Gerry Snapp
Do you enjoy being outside and the challenge and excitement of exploring the ecology, science and technology of the environment. The opportunity to learn connections among living things and how plants and animals are affected is available through many hands on and fun activities.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)- Y9130, Eco-Wonders (order)
- Y9140, Eco-Adventures (order)
- Y9150, Eco-Actions (order)
- LG9160, Exploring Your Environment Helper's Activity Guide (order)
Additional activities
Events
Web resources
- EarthForce
- Ecology.com- an ecological source of information
- Missouri Department of Natural Resources
- EEK! environmental education for kids
- AIRNow
Exploring 4-H
State specialist: Alison Copeland
Join in on the treasure hunt of the joys of 4-H by discovering your interests, potential 4-H projects and finding out more about where you live. For first year members only in grades 2-4.
Note: Exploring 4-H does not include exhibition of project animals. To show/exhibit animals, members should enroll in the appropriate animal project.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y2610, Exploring the Treasures of 4-H (order)
- LG2610, Treasures of 4-H Helper's Guide (order)
Additional activities
Events
Web resources
Filmmaking
State specialist: Bradd Anderson
It has never been easier to make your own film! Sharing your creativity with the world can be fun, but doing so with solid filmmking skills is even better. This project helps develop important life skills in communication through filmmaking, including self-expression, decision-making, problem-solving, critical thinking and empathy. Learn at your own pace through a series of video modules from National 4-H, then take advantage of special in-state filmmaking opportunities as they become available. Learn the skills to express your vision at the highest level!
Project Materials
- 4-H Video Workshop
- National 4-H Filmmaking Resource Library
- Y2460, General Videography Tips for PSA's (PDF)
Financial champions
State specialist: Alison Copeland
Do I really need this new text messaging plan? Can I afford it? Do I only want it because I saw this ad? In this project learn about needs, wants, money personalities and values, goal-setting, communication and ways to save money. You will also learn the benefits and drawbacks of credit, advertising influences, consumer decision-making and how to select financial services. Learning more about money can help you understand how to plan for things you want to purchase.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y4210, Money FUNDamentals (order)
- Y4220, Money Matters (order)
- LG4200, Financial Champions Helper's Activity Guide (order)
Additional activities
Events
Web resources
- IRS tax information for students
- JUMP$TART financial education for students
- Consumer World
- Teen Consumer Scrapbook
- National Endowment for Financial Education
Foods/nutrition/preservation
State specialist: Alison Copeland
Do you enjoy cooking or just like good food, this project could be for you. You will have fun learning the basics of cooking, and then advance to gourmet and international meals. Learning the heritage of many foods as well as consumer buying skills to get the most from your money are also opportunities for you in this project area.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)- Y5510, Six Easy Bites (order)
- Y5520, Tasty Tidbits (order)
- Y5530, You're the Chef (order)
- Y5540, Foodworks (order)
- Y5550, Join the Fitness Team (order)
- LG5500, Foods Helper's Activity Guide (order)
International foods
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y5570, Exploring our Food Heritage (order)
- Y5580, Global Gourmet (order)
- LG5570, Exploring our Food Heritage Leader's Guide (order)
Microwave magic
Microwave Magic Project Level Guidelines & Exhibit Ideas (PDF)
Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)- Y5610, Bag of Tricks (order)
- Y5620, Micro Magicians (order)
- Y5630, Amazing Rays (order)
- Y5640, Presto Meals (order)
- LG5600, Microwave Magic Helper's Guide (order)
Food preservation
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y5800, 4-H Quality for Keeps: Food Preservation (order)
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Foods (PDF)
- Character Connection: Foods (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Measuring Liquid Ingredients (PDF)
- Y4412, 4-H Business Startup Guide: Working with Foods (PDF)
Events
Web resources
- Fantastic Foods 4-H projec resources
- Food Pyramid
- MU Extension preservation guides
- Food Detectives FightBac
- Dole
5-a-Day games and more
(back button will not work at this site) - Kid’s Health
- Nutrition Café
- American Egg Board
- Pork Producers fun for kids
- USA Pear Council
- Kraft Foods
- USDA sanitation and quality
- FDA food labeling and nutrition
- President’s Council on Fitness and Sports
- National Center for Food Preservation
Forestry
State specialist: Gerry Snapp
Discover the beauty of the Ozark deciduous forest, the whispering pines of the Mark Twain National Forest or an ancient Bald Cypress of the southeast Missouri lowland. Smell the leaves and the freshness of birch, oak and pine. The forests are heavens for beauty of trees, flowers, and living things. Learn how to identify trees, manage woodlands for pleasure or profit, understand wood products, and how to preserve the forests for the future generations to enjoy.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y9310, Follow the Path (order)
- Y9320, Reach for the Canopy (order)
- Y9330, Explore the Deep Woods (order)
- LG9300, Forestry Helper's Guide (order)
Supplemental literature for foresty
- Y9313, Trees of Missouri (order)
- Y9314, Missouri's Oaks and Hickories (order)
- Y9315, Show Me Tree - poster (order)
- LG9317, Anatomy of a White Oak (order)
- LG9318, Forests: Layers of Leaves (order)
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Forestry (PDF)
- Character Connection: Forestry (PDF)
- Y4413, 4-H Business Startup Guide: Working with Plants (PDF)
- 4-H Million Trees
Events
Web resources
- 4-H Virtual Forest
- 4-H Forests of Fun Curriculum
- 4-H Million Trees program
- Smokey the Bear
- Exploring the Secret Lives of Trees
- Project Learning Tree
- Missouri Department of Conservation - forestry
- USDA Forest Service
- About.com forestry
- USDA building sustainable farms, ranches and communites
- American Forests
- Association for Temperate AgroForestry
Geology
State specialist: Gerry Snapp
Karst, semi-precious gems, Ozarkite, state mineral, the Viburnum Trend, a rock collection, caves, volcanoes, Elephant Rocks, lapiddary...are just some of the topics that you might pursue in your geology project. Geology is the study of the earth. Much of our knowledge about the earth comes from the rocks, minerals and fossils that surround us. Explore the earth - in your backyard, a creek bed, a road cut, anywhere. Take field trips, collect specimens, develop your collection an exhibit a the fair. Learn the basics and pursue special interests!
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- Y9410, Members Guide: Introduction to Geology (PDF - updated April 2013)
Additional activities
Events
Web resources
- Nature-Watch: everything you need to teach children about nature
- Fossils, Rocks and Time
by Lucy E. Edwards and John Pojeta Jr. - Our Changing Continent
by John S Schlee - Collecting Rocks
by Rachel M. Barker - MU department of
geological sciences
for future students interested in the field of geology and careers opportunities - U.S. Geological Survey
USGS, U.S. Department of Interior
focuses on biology, geography, geology, geo-spatial and water; dedicated to the timely, relevant, and impartial study of the landscape, our natural resources, and the natural hazards that threaten us. - Earth Science World - American Geological Institute
interactive geological time scale, interactive educational game and careers in geo-science. - The
Geology of Missouri
Ms. Jo Schaper site about Missouri geology, including map of Missouri geological regions, Missouri geological timeline. - Geology.com
Commercial site with educational content including geology dictionary, guide to rock tumbling, and an extensive collection of maps – many digital. - Paleontology and Geology of Missouri
Barry Sutton site with localized St. Louis area and Missouri information. - Missouri Department of Natural Resources - division of Geology and Land Survey resources and more
- About fossils from the UK
- Mineralogical Society of America - collector's corner
- Geology basics from Idaho State University
- Mineralogy 4 Kids - a rockin Internet site
- Canadian RocksForKids endorsed by NSTA
-
Geological information from University of Virginia
compiled at James Madison
Geospatial
State specialist: Bill Pabst
Exploring Spaces, Going Places explores the world of geospatial science and goes where no 4-H project has ever gone before! Accessed entirely on one CD, the three youth levels and group guide are valuable resources to anyone interested in geospatial technology, geographic education, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- LG9910, Exploring Spaces, Going Places CD (order)
includes all 3 project levels and helper's guide
Supplemental project material
Events
Web resources
- Field Survey Tool Kit (PDF)
- GIS, GPS and community mapping
- ESRI GIS software and training grants
- 4-H youth favorite places
- Show-Me Net GIS information
- MU Extension Perry county GIS/GPS resources
- Free GIS software
- Geocashing
- Earthcache
Global Education
Program coordinator: Joyce Taylor
Do you ever wonder what kids from other cultures do for fun? What do they eat? What language do they speak? In this project you will have the opportunity to learn about other cultures, similarities and differences among families around the world.
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- LG2210, Leader's Guide (order)
Additional activities
Events
Web resources
Goats
State specialist: Ben Gallup
Learn about goat breeds, management, grooming and showmanship. Along the way, find out why their offspring are named "kids".
Project materials
LG911, Missouri 4-H
Literature & Merchandise Order Form (PDF)
or
Order
curriculum online
Dariy goat
Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)- Y1360, Getting Your Goat (order)
- Y1370, Stepping Out (order)
- Y1380, Showing the Way (order)
- LG1350, Dairy Goat Helper's Group Activity Guide (order)
Meat goat
- Y620, 4-H Project Record (fillable PDF)
- 4-H Market Goat Project Reference Guide (PDF)
- Y1391, Just Browsing (order)
- Y1392, Get Growing with Meat Goats (order)
- Y1393, Meating the Future (order)
- LG1390, Meat Goat Helper's Guide (order)
Quality assurance
- Missouri 4-H Food Quality Assurance
- Compendium of Measures to Prevent Disease Associated with Animals in Public Settings (PDF)
Supplemental project material
- Goat Resource Handbook
order from Ohio State University #135R - MP913, Meat Goat Management Wheel
- Dairy goat showmanship scorecard
Contains 3 scorecards: one for the animal, one for showmanship and one for herdsmanship for dairy goats - Meat goat showmanship scorecard (PDF)
An official meat goat showmanship scorecard from Kansas State
Additional activities
- Project Brief: Goats (PDF)
- Character Connection: Goats (PDF)
- Skill-a-thon: Antibiotics (PDF)
- Y4411, 4-H Business Startup Guide: Working Animals (PDF)
Events
Web resources