4-H Projects

Child Development

Child Development 1
Growing on My Own

Publication # BU-08075 (2004)
Suggested for Grades 3 - 4

Members can:

  • understand four ways kids grow
  • make masks to show different feelings
  • create a time management clock
  • inspect toys for safety

Child Development 2
Growing with Others

Publication # BU-08076 (2004)
Suggested for Grades 5 - 6

Members can:

  • develop self-care, sibling care, and babysitting skills
  • develop a personal “home alone” plan
  • select appropriate toys for children
  • identify family rules
  • plan and make healthy meals and snacks

Child Development 3
Growing in Communities

Publication # BU-08077 (2004)
Suggested for Grades 7 - 10

Members can:

  • explore careers in child development
  • teach or coach young children
  • lead a community service project
  • learn about children’s different abilities and needs

Helper’s Guide for Child Development 1 - 3
Child Development Helper’s Guide

Publication # BU-08078 (2004)

Red Cross Babysitting Guide

Publication # ST# 655600 (1998)
Available by special order for Levels 2-3

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