The Discovering and Exploring projects are for first-year members who want a variety of project experiences. They familiarize young people with Ohio 4-H and allow them to discover and explore its many project areas.
Projects in this series are written in sequence and are designed for members in need of simple-to-read, easy-to-use manuals. Members are encouraged to complete one level at a time before moving to the next. These can be completed in one year.
91 Discovering 4-H 1
Explore 4-H through activities involving community service, natural
resources, animals, food and fun.
92 Discovering 4-H 2
Become more involved with basic 4-H projects to discover the meaning of
the 4-H Pledge to you, your family and community.
93 Discovering 4-H 3
Examine what you've learned from previous projects to pick a special
project that excites you and your family.
Advisor Resource for Discovering Projects
90AG Discovering Series, Advisor Guide
Recommended for use by project advisors.
Used with Discovering 4-H
(4-H 91); Discovering 4-H 2 (4-H 92); Discovering 4-H 3 (4-H 93)
Provides an overview of the series; lesson plans for teaching it as a
group project; the major areas in Discovering 1, 2 and 3; and the
project completion and recognition system. (free)
This is an excellent follow-up for members who have taken the Discovering 4-H sequence or for those who want a project that introduces them to a specific subject area. Four stand-alone manuals focus on Family & Consumer Science, Animal Science, Plant Science and Engineering. Nine and 10 year-old members will especially benefit from these projects.
94 Exploring Animals
Investigate the worlds of pets, farm
animals, wildlife and even insects to learn their value in our
environment and lives.
95 Exploring Energy
Research basic energy-use projects
to help your family's budget and the planet's survival.
96 Exploring Me and My Home
Make a winter scarf. Explore
your family history with your parents and grandparents. Do a load of
family laundry. Do family activities. Make mini-pizzas. Do a
presentation about something you learned in the project. Do a
leadership/citizenship service activity. Keep records and evaluate your
accomplishments.
97 Exploring Plants
Plant a seed to experience how its
growth and survival gives us pleasure, food and a healthier world.