Family Guide to 4-H

1999

Aerospace Science

501 Rockets Away
Study the science of rocketry through a variety of hands-on experiments for all ages. Members conclude this project by building and launching 2-liter bottle water rockets. ORAN ESTES-TYPE Rocket.

501GPM Rockets Away

503 Science of Flight
Experiment with the forces of flight by building and flying a model airplane or glider to soar above the earth.

700GPM Blue Sky Below My Feet
Recommended for project advisors and classroom teachers. This teacher's guide contains three units for club or classroom use. Topics include: gravity and forces; fibers and textiles; food and nutrition. In addition, teaching videos and student manuals are available. This is an ideal way to enhance the understanding of space science for 9- to 12-year-olds. ($3.75)

Required Supplement for Rockets Away Projects
501R The Alpha Book To Model Rocketry
Specific guidelines for building and launching Estes-type rockets. Specific water rocket guidelines are contained in the project manual. ($2.00)

Optional Supplements for Rockets Away Projects
501C 2-Liter Bottle Rocket Computer Diskettes - Type I
This IBM compatible program allows members to design and launch 2-liter bottle rockets "on screen" as well as record and analyze actual launch data. Designed for use with the Rockets Away manual. 3.5" Floppy Disk. EGA/VGA monitors only ($14.50)

501CW 2-Liter Bottle Rocket Computer Diskettes - Type II
This IBM compatible "Windows version" program allows members to design and launch 2-liter bottle rockets "on screen" as well as record and analyze actual launch data. Designed for use with the Rockets Away manual. Requires 486 processor or better. ($16.00)

2-Liter Bottle Rocket Launcher
Explore the science of rocketry with this inexpensive 2-liter bottle rocket launcher. Designed for use with the Rockets Away manual, this pre-assembled launcher attaches firmly to the ground. Includes instructions for the safe launch of 2-liter bottle rockets. To order, send check or money order to: Versey Enterprises, 1258 North 110 East, Shelly, Idaho 83274. Price includes shipping and handling. Allow 2 weeks for delivery. For additional information, call (208) 357-3428. Standard Launcher ($37.00) or Launcher with built-in pressure gauge ($47.00)

All Terrain Vehicles

555GPM ATV Group Project Leader Manual

  • Recommended for use by project advisors.
    Use this guide book to conduct ATV project meetings and group activities. Use this each year in conjunction with 4-H 555 ATV Rider Handbook. ($3.50)

    Required Supplement for ATV Group Projects
    555 ATV Rider Handbook (Group Project Workbook)
    All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) project is appropriate for all ages, experienced or inexperienced, who have access to an ATV and is designed to be taken as a group project. It emphasizes safe operation, proper safety attire, "fitting" an ATV to the rider, maintenance of the machine, and mechanical features of an ATV. Lots of fun and educational activites are included in this workbook. ($3.25)

    Aquariums

    625GPM Fishy Science

  • Recommended for project advisors and third thru fifth grade teachers.
    Explore the unique features and abilities of fish in four easy-to-use lessons. Includes activities on how fish breathe, float, drink and swim. ($2.50)

    626 Keeping Fish Alive
    Know more about a healthy environment by designing a functional aquarium for your fish. Ten-gallon aquarium needed for this project.

    627 Special Aquarium Setups
    Plan and study how to raise four types of fish in an artificial environment that will keep them alive. Twenty-gallon aquarium needed for this project.

    628 Aquatic Plants
    Design a natural environment by growing plants in an aquarium to keep your fish healthy in the tank.

    Archery

    631 Basic Archery
    Aim your energy toward a sport that develops knowledge and skills in basic archery safety. This is a beginner level project for members who have an adult in the home or neighborhood who can supervise their shooting.

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