Looking for ways to introduce young people to the world of agriculture and life science?
Interested in expanding your collection of fun-filled science activities that are keyed to national science educational standards?
Then this curriculum is for you.
This uniquely focused activity guide was developed in cooperation with curriculum experts from the National Consortium of State Agriculture in the Classroom programs, Extension 4-H professionals, and specialists from the field ofchildcare education. Its intent is to promote agricultural literacy among young people during out-of-school time while developing their understanding, appreciation and application of science through a variety of hands-on agriculturally based activities.
Each book in this two volume series features 40 child tested activities that can be administered in a 30 minute period with additional ideas for extending the activity time. Each activity is easily transferable across 3rd - 5th grade audiences and requires minimal resources and preparation time, making them ideal for providers with limited experience and content knowledge. In addition, the activities are cross-referenced to important days and celebrations contained in an easy-to-use school year calendar.
Send your great ideas to Bob Horton, Extension Specialist, Ohio 4-H Youth Development.
Thematic Web Activity Instructions
Use each web of ideas as a starting place for integrating a theme across the entire afterschool day:
