4AJ-08PA: Kentucky 4-H Poultry Judging Contest: Past Production Hens: Giving Oral Reasons

Jacquie Jacob, Tony Pescatore | September 1, 2021 (Major Revision)

Oral reasons are a very important part of a poultry judging contest. This is the opportunity participants have to defend their placings of an egg production class. In addition, oral reasons are an important tool in the development of organization and communication skills, which in turn will build self-confidence.

4HA-10PA: Annual Container Garden

Ashley Osborne | September 1, 2021 (New)

The Annual Container Garden Contest is a perfect opportunity to showcase a container garden that you have created and cared for. Remember that this contest is specific to annual, non-vegetable plants. Annuals are plants that survive for only one growing season. Kentucky's cold winter temperatures kill outdoor annuals. Annual plants are grown for their unique foliage or colorful flowers.

4HA-11PA: Vegetable Container Garden

Ashley Osborne | September 1, 2021 (New)

The Vegetable Container Garden Contest is a perfect opportunity to showcase a container garden that you have created and cared for. Remember that this contest is specific to vegetable plants.

4FF-03PA: Home Environment Project Unit 3: Where I Live

Isaac Hilpp | August 30, 2021 (New)

In this project you will learn some guidelines for using the design elements. You'll learn how rhythm, balance, scale and proportion, emphasis and unity work together to make every project more attractive. You will have the opportunity to apply what you have learned while working on various projects and activities in and around your home. Some activities you can do by yourself. Other things you may want to do with other members of your family, your project leader or other club members.

4FF-04PA: Home Environment Project Unit 4: In My Home

Isaac Hilpp | August 30, 2021 (New)

Unit IV: In My Home offers more opportunities for you to work with design and find out more about yourself, your home, and your community. You can explore what you like about your home and why it's a special place to be. You'll learn how to make things for your home. You can also learn more about your family--where your ancestors lived, how they lived, and what that means to you. And you'll be able to do things with other 4-H members and friends.

4FC-01LA: Code Name: Home Alone

Isaac Hilpp | August 30, 2021 (New)

The Code Name: Home Alone Curriculum was developed by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service to address the issue of youth being alone without an adult present. The curriculum focuses on youth and guardians learning about issues related to youth self-care, safety and overall well-being when they are home alone and/or with siblings without adult supervision. It stresses family communication through individual, group/classroom, adult and youth activities, and Family Newsletters. It is designed to be used in the classroom, and in 4-H groups, youth groups, family groups, and as self-passed lessons with a video guide.

4LE-03LO: Japanese Culture: One Thousand Paper Cranes

Origami has a rich and complex history that spans culture, class and geography, composed of the Japanese words oru (to fold) and kami (paper) (PBS, 2017). Paper was first invented in China around 105 AD and was brought to Japan by monks in the sixth century. Handmade paper was a luxury item only available to a few, and paper folding in ancient Japan was strictly for ceremonial purposes, often religious in nature (PBS, 2017). Traditional origami is characterized by open-access folding patterns and sequences passed down orally or anonymously from generation to generation. Modern origami often features models created by designers (PBS, 2017).

4LE-06LO: Peru: Llamas and Panpipes "Siku"

People living in the Andes Mountains have been using llamas as pack animals (animals used to move supplies and equipment) for hundreds of years. "Siku" is one name used for panpipes or pan flutes played in Peru! Sizes of panpipes can vary in Andes regions. Many are small yet others are as large as 4 feet long. In this craft, you will be creating a version of a siku (panpipe) that incorporates the same technique!

4LE-02LO: Asian Cultures: Lanterns

Lanterns are found in several cultures and symbolize different things. Each year Taiwan hosts a world-renowned Lantern Festival. The Lantern Festival is celebrated annually on the 15th day of the first lunar month to mark the grand finale of the Chinese New Year celebrations. It is also the very first full moon day of the New Year, symbolizing the coming of the spring.

4AJ-05PA: Kentucky 4-H Poultry Judging Contest: Grading Table Eggs

Jacquie Jacob, Tony Pescatore | August 29, 2021 (Major Revision)

Chicken egg production is a major agricultural industry in the United States. In a commercial egg production operation, eggs are evaluated for quality before being packed by weight (size). Egg quality is independent of egg weight and eggshell color. All shell colors are graded with the same standards.