Every 4-H project offers a variety of activities and learning opportunities to suit your interests and strengths. Whether you're just getting started or taking your knowledge to the next level, there are several activities to learn and do throughout your project experience!

Things to Learn/Do in the Project

• Learn how to use and enjoy the library
• Study a specific topic
• Read for pleasure
• Share a book review with others

Reading for Enjoyment:Share the book you enjoy best with someone - parents, family, leader or 4-H member, do one or more of the suggested activities and as much of "Know Your Library" as possible. Optional activities include preparing an exhibit, either as an individual or as a club, preparing a poster, notebook or display, giving a talk or demonstration

Reading for Project Enrichment:Read project material, read for information about projects from other sources, read at least one book for pleasure that is related to a project, do one or more of the suggested activities and as much of "Know Your Library" as possible. Optional activities include preparing an exhibit, either as an individual or as a club, preparing a poster, notebook or display, giving a talk or demonstration.

Reading for Discussion:Identify a discussion group (face-to-face, email, or website), keep record of books read and discussions attended, keep journal of reactions and reflections, serve as junior leader for younger members. Optional activities include sharing books with groups outside of 4-H or doing community service activities.

Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.

Reading (RD100)

• Reading Makes Cents

General Reading Resources

• 4-H Reading Project
• 4-H Reading Challenge: Exploring Literary Genres
• Kansas 4-H Record Keeping Resources

County Level

Medal presented at your 4-H award recognition event

State Level

Medallion and Scholarship to attend National 4-H Congress

• Participants may attend National 4-H Congress once as an active 4-H member

National Level

Represent Kansas at National 4-H Congress

Learn more about project-based events here or contact your local office for additional information.

Completing a successful 4-H project is just the beginning of finding your spark. Members can take several meaningful steps to further develop skills and interests. Learn more about these exciting opportunities in career exploration:

• Discovery Days
• Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge - Network Kansas
• K-State Department of English