Electricity: Fork in the Road

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to identify parallel and series circuits. Part of the 4-H Electrical Science Series. (2 pages, 198 KB) Keywords – parallel circuit, series circuit,  parallel or series circuit worksheet, light bulb, diagram Details Publication Number: ACTas136 Category: Mechanical Sciences Sub-Category: Electricity Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Electricity: Fork in […]

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Electricity: Fruit Batteries

Create a battery from fruit, learn the process of scientific inquiry, about connecting batteries in series, and develop familiarity with basic electrochemistry. (15 pages, 577KB) Key words – science, electricity, batteries, fruit, experiment Details Publication Number: ACTpa110 Category: Mechanical Sciences Sub-Category: Electricity Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Fruit Batteries

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Model Rocket Contest Guidelines

Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H model rocket contest to test the 4-H member’s ability to work with model rockets safely and properly. The contest includes a written examination, model rocket judging, parts identification and rocket launch and safety. (14 pages) Keywords- junior and senior division, eligibility, launching, scoring, rocket preparation Details Publication Number: […]

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Small Engines Contest Guidelines

Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H small engines contest to test the 4-H member’s knowledge of engine maintenance and skill in safe engine operation. (14 pages) Keywords- judging, eligibility, equipment identification, troubleshooting Details Publication Number: 4H381 Category: Mechanical Sciences Sub-Category: Small Engines Type: Guide Audience: Volunteer Links Small Engines Contest Guidelines (1,536 KB)

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Tractor Operators Contest Guidelines

Guidelines for planning and implementing a county 4-H tractor operators contest, to test the ability of 4-H members to drive tractors safely and properly. The contest includes a written exam, practical exam on maintenance and safety, parts identification, and two-wheel and four-wheel driving events. (18 pages) Keywords- equipment, machinery, implement, safety inspection Details Publication Number: […]

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