4-H Public Speakers Handbook

All aspects of organizing and researching, writing and presenting speeches are included in this manual, along with tips for improving oral delivery; and coping with stress, stage fright and competition. Communication information that is covered includes: speech planning and delivery techniques,  speech topics, vocal delivery and pronunciation and enunciation skills. This handbook is part of the […]

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4-H Rabbit Project Health Supplement

Fact sheet on how to keep your rabbit healthy. It’s important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn’t well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, “Observing the Normal Animal.” (2 pages, 48 KB) Keywords – appetite, characteristics, […]

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4-H Sheep Project Health Supplement

Fact sheet on how to keep your sheep healthy. It’s important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn’t well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, “Observing the Normal Animal.” (2 pages, 47 KB) Keywords – appetite, characteristics, […]

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4-H Swine Project Health Supplement

Fact sheet on how to keep your pig healthy. It’s important that you become familiar with the normal health of your animal so you know when it isn’t well. You can create your own health observation chart or use the one in publication 4H369A, “Observing the Normal Animal.” (2 pages, 48 KB) Keywords – feed consumption, […]

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4-H Veterinary Science Project Animal Health Supplements

Series of 10 fact sheets and a recording form on how to keep the following animals healthy: cage birds, cats, cavies, dogs, goats, fish, pigeons, rabbits, sheep and swine. It includes information on animal illness and disease. (22 pages, 1,128 KB). Keywords – normal animal, observation, exam, appetite, temperature Note: This document has been divided into 11 smaller […]

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Action! Making Videos & Movies

Project guide on storytelling, editing, planning, lighting, camera handling, making titles, recording sound, as well as showing and reviewing your production. 15 pages. Keywords- frames, film, screen direction, camera handling, camcorder Details Publication Number: IS401 Category: Arts & Communication Sub-Category: Photography Type: Guide Audience: Youth Links Action! Making Videos & Movies

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Ambassador and Advisor Guidebook

Guidelines for county 4-H  youth ambassadors and their advisors, including roles, responsibilities and tools.  This guide provides sample job descriptions, publicity information, training  guidelines, communication information (i.e. radio, tv, news releases) , and visual presentation ideas. Also includes profiles of many county ambassador programs. 55 pages. Keywords- by-laws, application form, interview questions, goal setting, public speaking […]

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Block Printing – Member Guide

Project guide on how to design and cut blocks from different materials, print these designs on cloth and paper materials, and create your own original designs.  Includes information on a number of printing techniques. (12 pages). Keywords-  design experiments,  ready-made items,  printing inks, cutting tools Details Publication Number: 4H156 Category: Arts & Communication Sub-Category: Block […]

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Creating Your Own Darkroom

Answers to questions about creating a darkroom in your home, including suggested layouts for closet darkrooms and permanent darkrooms with running water. (10 pages) Keywords- light room, darkroom setup, darkness test, photography Details Publication Number: IS370 Category: Arts & Communication Sub-Category: Photography Type: Introduction Audience: Youth Links Creating Your Own Darkroom (170 KB)

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Creative Wordworking

Filled with fun ideas and suggestions for youth who enjoy writing, this manual includes tips for having fun with writing letters and poetry;  keeping journals and diaries; and other projects that encourage creativity and self-expression. ( This manual is part of the Building Bridges Communication curriculum. (PDF – 28 pages, 1,373 KB) Keywords- photographs, memories, email etiquette, […]

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