Tag: life skills

Be Hurricane Ready: Tips for 4-H members and their Pets

by ambernorris
July 26, 2024

It is that time a year that we are mindful of being prepared for natural disasters such as hurricanes. Here are some essential steps4-Hers can take to prepare for natural disasters, particularly when they have animal projects. Take a look ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Anorris, Citizenship, Disaster Preparation, Leadership, Life Skills, UF IFAS Extension, Youth

Teen Fit Camp Teaches Life Skills

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
July 16, 2024

This summer, Wakulla 4-H partnered with Sunchaser Fitness, the UF/IFAS Family Nutrition Program, the Wakulla County Coalition for Youth, and the Florida Center for Prevention Research at Florida State University to offer a new, teen-focused ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Camp, Fitness, Health And Wellness, Life Skills, Teens

How Raising Animals in 4-H Nurtures Lifelong Skills

by Gus Koerner
July 12, 2024

In 4-H, youth ages 5 and up have the opportunity to participate in both small and large animal projects. Through 4-H programs, raising animals helps kids develop important life skills. In 4-H, young people care for animals such as chickens, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , Curriculum, Livestock
Tags: 4-H, Life Skills, Lifestock, Poultry, Small Animals, Youth

Bikes Can Build Relationships

by ambernorris
June 27, 2024

Grab your helmet and let’s go for a bike ride. Summertime is an opportunity to get out and get a little exercise. Riding bikes is a fantastic way to spend time and build relationships with family and friends. Biking can activate ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , Clubs & Volunteers, Events, Health & Nutrition, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H Appropriate, 4-h Club, 4-H Project, Ambernorris, Anorris, Citizenship, Communication, Leadership, Life Skills, Youth

Counter the Summer Slide with 4-H Resources

by Melinda Souers
May 30, 2024

The summer school break has begun, and most students are happy to stop thinking about learning and focus on fun instead. The debate may be ongoing regarding summer academic loss but most educators agree that engaging kids in hands-on activities ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , Curriculum, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #4-HGrowshere, #OC4H, Life Skills, Ocextension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, Youth

The Importance of Record Keeping in 4-H

by Gus Koerner
May 29, 2024

Record keeping is a vital skill taught by 4-H, extending beyond the program year. Members are encouraged to pick methods that suit them, highlighting their goals, achievements, and plans. Benefits of Accurate Record-Keeping Learning to keep ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, Life Skills, Project, Record Keeping, Youth

4-H Clubs and Events Encourage Youth To Learn Life Skills

by Gus Koerner
May 22, 2024

All of the programs, projects, and events in our 4-H program are intended to encourage youth to learn life skills. For example: in our fair, we encourage record keeping; in archery, we teach personal safety; and in our camps, we practice cooperation. Life ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Events
Tags: 4-H, Life Skills, Projects, Youth

Heart of 4-H: Cultivating Gratitude in Youth

by ambernorris
May 9, 2024

Gift giving occasions can teach youth the benefits of gratitude. These adults may be someone the youth may want to thank. Many times, around holidays and special occasions we buy gifts for others to show our gratitude. You may ask yourself, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 4-H, Anorris, Central Florida, Children, Citizenship, Communications, Family, Hillsborough County, Life Skills, Tampa, UF IFAS Extension, Youth

Kindness Rocks in Clay County

by Elaine Giles
April 29, 2024

Blog Post By: Payton W., Clay County 4-H Member I believe that one kid can make a difference. I think this because I am a kid and I have started to make a difference in my community. This year, I started a new community service project ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H & Youth, Clay County, Community Service, Life Skills

Hillsborough County 4-H Youth Leadership Council

by ambernorris
March 6, 2024

What is a County Council? The 4-H Program utilizes many opportunities to provide educational experiences for youth. The 4-H Council at a county, district, and/or state levels is one of these tools. Hillsborough County Council is ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Clubs & Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Anorris, Citizenship, Civics, Communication, Leadership, Life Skills, Public Speaking, Youth

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